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The Berkley Powerbait Floating Trout Worm is a small worm bait used for trout fishing applications. The Floating Trout Worm exhibits buoyancy which allows it to float above the bottom suspending directly in the strike zone for big trout.

The Floating Trout Worm has a natural profile with colors that catch the eye of roaming trout. The slightest movement or current activates this baits awesome action.

Length: 3"

Qty: 10

Sunline has produced braided line since 1992. Since that time, Sunline braid was only available in the US to its professional fishing staff. In 2011, that all changed with the addition of Dean Rojas and a new braided product specifically for the US market. Dean is known as the best frog fisherman on the planet, so Sunline went to him to help develop a braided line that would be perfect for frog fishing and flipping. FX2 was created specifically for these two power techniques that require a premium braid product.

FX2 features include the following:

• Designed and endorsed by world’s best frog fisherman Dean Rojas
• Circular vs oval shape
• Easier, longer casts
• Doesn’t dig into spool
• 8 strand braid of combined PE and PET
• Smooth surface with no coatings to wear off
• Holds coloring longer

One of the best hooks for fishing thick plastics, the Gamakatsu Deep Throat Wide Gap Hook gives you the ability to set the hook and come through without a hitch.  The super sharp point and superior strength will ensure you get the fish in the net.  

The elongated straight portion of the hook prior to the point allows the bait to be rigged weedless and locks the fishes mouth into the sharp bend.  We fish the Gamakatsu Deep Throat Wide Gap Hook on Yamamoto Ikas, Keitech Swing Impact Fat, and thick creature baits.  

The Keitech Easy Shiner 2" features a slim profile and exceptional realism, with a super-soft composition that allows the boot tail to deliver an incredible kicking action on the retrieve. Its streamlined design makes it highly effective around vegetation, and the squid scent load adds fish attraction on every cast. Excels rigged behind a darter head or used as a swim jig trailer.

Key Features

• 15 per pack
• Boot tail design — strong kicking action at any retrieve speed
• Slim profile — works effectively around vegetation
• Squid scent infused — note: French Pearl does not include squid scent
• Recommended techniques: darter head, swim jig trailer
• 17 colors available — Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sight Flash, Sexy Shad, Electric Shad, Bluegill Flash, Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Copperfield, Sungill, Perch, Green Pumpkin, Electric Blue Chartreuse, Chartreuse Shad, Silver Flash Minnow, French Pearl, Clear Lake Hitch, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake

The Owner Jobu Hooks are best for trolling and chunking—these hooks are built to get the biggest, baddest fish around. Big game trolling enthusiasts will find these hooks ideal for custom rigging large baits and other trolling lures.

Those targeting bigger tuna can rig them with big chunk baits. Features include an extra-heavy, 3X-strong forged, wide bend, Cutting Point, and anti-corrosion finish. We also find them excellent on white sea bass with 2 squid pinned on.

Key Features:

• Extra-Heavy 3X-Strong: Built for the biggest fish
• Forged Construction: Maximum strength for big game
• Wide Bend: Improved hookup ratio on large baits
• Cutting Point: Superior penetration on tough jaws
• Anti-Corrosion Finish: Long-lasting saltwater performance
• Big Game Design: Built for trolling and chunking
• Custom Rigging Ready: Ideal for large baits and lures

Performance Advantages:

• Maximum Strength: 3X-strong for biggest, baddest fish
• Superior Penetration: Cutting Point for tough-jawed fish
• Wide Bend Design: Better hookups on large baits
• Corrosion Resistant: Anti-corrosion finish for saltwater
• Forged Durability: Extra-heavy for fighting big game
• Versatile Applications: Trolling and chunking

Ideal Applications:

• Big game trolling
• Chunking for tuna
• Custom rigging large baits
• Trolling lures for big game
• White sea bass fishing with squid
• Heavy-duty saltwater applications
• Situations requiring extra-heavy hooks

Target Species:

• Tuna (all sizes)
• White sea bass
• Big game fish
• Large saltwater species

Recommended Baits:

• Big chunk baits
• Large trolling baits
• Squid (2 pinned on for white sea bass)
• Custom rigged lures

Available Sizes:

When you need big game hooks with extra-heavy 3X-strong forged construction, wide bend, Cutting Point, and anti-corrosion finish for trolling and chunking for the biggest, baddest fish around, the Owner Jobu Big Game Anti-Rust Hooks are the choice of serious big game anglers.

Note: Excellent for white sea bass with 2 squid pinned on. Built for custom rigging large baits and trolling lures.

Picasso Shakedown Shakey Heads

The Picasso Shakedown Shakey Head set the standard for what a shakey head should be. Built around a patent-pending flexible nickel titanium spring bait keeper, it flexes with every fish and snag — then springs right back to position without breaking. No more re-rigging. No more lost plastics. Just more time in the strike zone.

Key Features

• Patent-Pending Flexible NiTi Spring Keeper – returns to position after every fish, never breaks
• Cross-Eye Gamakatsu Hook – 3/0 for 1/16–3/16 oz sizes, 4/0 for 1/4 oz
• Duraseal™ Coating – super tough finish that increases sensitivity and outlasts the competition
• 3 per pack

Sizes & Colors

• Weights: 1/16 oz, 3/32 oz, 1/8 oz, 3/16 oz, 1/4 oz
• Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black, Watermelon

The Shakedown is the go-to finesse presentation for pressured bass on clear lakes, rocky bottoms, and any situation where a subtle, quivering plastic is the key to getting bit. Pair with your favorite stick bait or finesse worm for a deadly bottom-contact setup.

The Lobina Rico and Rio RicoL are the number one fished popper by the pros today, and for good reason! Though these lures may look unassuming, once one is in your hands the quality becomes very obvious. From the razor sharp Gamakatsu hooks, to the hand tied feather trailers and the meticulous paint jobs, these poppers have all the bells and whistles. The cup is precisely tuned on each lure to precisely imitate a fleeing and injured baitfish making the action of this lure quite exceptional. Get yours today and see what all the hype is about!

Designed for light line fishing, these small circle hooks are engineered with a self-setting "hangnail" point. To date this is Owner's lightest wire circle hook made. Light wire leads to smaller diameter wire for better penetration and superior bait movement. Ideal for rigging small live baits and small plastic baits. Features include a forged shank, Super Needle Point, and black chrome finish.

Key Features:

• Lightest Wire Circle Hook: Owner's lightest wire circle hook to date
• Self-Setting "Hangnail" Point: Engineered for automatic hooksets
• Light Wire Construction: Smaller diameter for better penetration
• Forged Shank: Added strength without excess weight
• Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance
• Light Line Optimized: Designed for light line fishing

Performance Advantages:

• Superior Bait Movement: Light wire doesn't impede small baits
• Better Penetration: Smaller diameter wire for easy hooksets
• Self-Setting Design: "Hangnail" point sets itself
• Light Line Friendly: Perfect for finesse applications
• Enhanced Strength: Forged shank for fighting fish
• Sharp Performance: Super Needle Point for instant hookups

Ideal Applications:

• Light line fishing
• Small live bait presentations
• Small plastic bait rigging
• Finesse circle hook fishing
• Situations requiring lightest wire circle hooks
• Catch and release fishing
• Any application requiring self-setting hooks

Recommended Baits:

• Small live baits
• Small plastic baits
• Finesse soft plastics
• Natural baits

When you need circle hooks with lightest wire construction, self-setting "hangnail" point, forged shank, Super Needle Point, Black Chrome finish, and light line optimization for small live baits and plastic baits, the Owner Mosquito Circle Hooks are the choice of serious light line anglers.

Note: Owner's lightest wire circle hook to date. Engineered with self-setting "hangnail" point for automatic hooksets.

The Owner Stinger Siwash Hooks feature an open eye design ideal for replacing trebles on everything from small Krocodiles to heavy Tady irons. They are 3X strong hooks and feature a deep bend gap, Super Needle Point, and a Black Nickel finish.

Owner's Dual Tempering process achieves maximum hook strength while still allowing the eye of the hook to be closed. Replace those big trebles today and lose less fish!

Key Features:

• Open Eye Design: Ideal for replacing trebles
• 3X Strong Construction: Maximum strength for big fish
• Deep Bend Gap: Improved hookup ratio
• Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration
• Black Nickel Finish: Corrosion resistance with a stealthy low-visibility profile
• Dual Tempering Process: Maximum strength with closeable eye
• Versatile Sizes: From small to heavy applications

Performance Advantages:

• Maximum Strength: 3X strong for big game fish
• Improved Hookups: Deep bend gap for better hook sets
• Superior Penetration: Super Needle Point for instant hooksets
• Closeable Eye: Dual tempering allows eye to be closed
• Lose Less Fish: Single hook design for better hookups
• Corrosion Resistant: Black Nickel finish for saltwater use

Ideal Applications:

• Replacing trebles on Krocodile spoons
• Upgrading Tady iron jigs
• Saltwater iron fishing
• Heavy-duty saltwater applications
• Situations requiring 3X strong hooks
• Any application where single hooks outperform trebles

Recommended Lures:

• Krocodile spoons (small to large)
• Tady irons (all sizes)
• Metal jigs
• Heavy spoons

Available Sizes:

When you need siwash hooks with open eye design, 3X strong construction, deep bend gap, Super Needle Point, Black Nickel finish, and Dual Tempering process for replacing trebles on Krocodiles, Tady irons, and other metal lures, the Owner Stinger Siwash Hooks are the choice of serious saltwater anglers.

Note: Dual Tempering process achieves maximum hook strength while allowing the eye to be closed. Replace those big trebles and lose less fish!

The Owner Single Replacement Hook X-Strong is perfect for replacing trebles on both freshwater and inshore baits. These are great for fishing areas with lots of grass, kelp, or cover that make fishing with treble hooks nearly impossible.

These single hooks are less damaging to fish when practicing catch and release. Always be sure to rig the front hook with the point facing forward and the rear facing rear. Features include Black Chrome finish and Super Needle Point.

Key Features:

• X-Strong Construction: Extra strength for reliable hookups
• Single Hook Design: Less damaging to fish
• Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance
• Versatile Applications: Freshwater and inshore fishing
• Cover-Friendly: Navigate grass, kelp, and cover
• Catch and Release Friendly: Less damage to fish

Performance Advantages:

• Heavy Cover Confidence: Fish where trebles can't go
• Fish-Friendly: Less damage for catch and release
• Superior Penetration: Super Needle Point for hooksets
• Corrosion Resistant: Black Chrome finish for durability
• Reliable Strength: X-strong for fighting fish
• Versatile Use: Freshwater and saltwater applications

Ideal Applications:

• Replacing trebles on crankbaits
• Fishing in heavy grass and kelp
• Cover-oriented fishing
• Catch and release fishing
• Freshwater bass fishing
• Inshore saltwater fishing
• Situations where trebles are impractical

Available Sizes:

When you need single replacement hooks with X-strong construction, Super Needle Point, Black Chrome finish, and fish-friendly design for replacing trebles on freshwater and inshore baits in areas with grass, kelp, or cover, the Owner Single Replacement Hook 1X Strong is the choice of serious anglers.

Pro Tip: Always rig the front hook with the point facing forward and the rear hook with the point facing rear for optimal performance.

The Owner Single Replacement Hook XXX-Strong is great for replacing trebles on large saltwater baits. Made with Zo-Wire, the wire strength is stronger than other traditional high carbon steel wires. This means smaller hook wire diameters for better penetration and a Super Needle Point that will not roll over or dull.

These Owner Single Replacement Hooks are less damaging to fish when practicing catch and release, and also safer for anglers when handling fish on boat decks. These are perfect for handling the largest of tuna (if the lure can hold up) and giant trevally. Features include vacuum-tinned finish for corrosion prevention and Super Needle Point.

Key Features:

• Zo-Wire Construction: Stronger than traditional high carbon steel
• XXX-Strong: Maximum strength for big game fish
• Smaller Wire Diameter: Better penetration without sacrificing strength
• Super Needle Point: Will not roll over or dull
• Vacuum-Tinned Finish: Corrosion prevention for saltwater
• Less Damaging to Fish: Better for catch and release
• Safer for Anglers: Easier handling on boat decks

Performance Advantages:

• Superior Strength: Zo-Wire stronger than high carbon steel
• Better Penetration: Smaller diameter with same strength
• Point Durability: Super Needle Point won't roll over or dull
• Corrosion Resistant: Vacuum-tinned finish for saltwater use
• Fish-Friendly: Less damage for catch and release
• Angler Safety: Safer than trebles on boat decks

Ideal Applications:

• Replacing trebles on large saltwater baits
• Big game fishing for tuna
• Giant trevally fishing
• Catch and release fishing
• Situations requiring safer hook handling
• Heavy-duty saltwater applications
• Any application requiring XXX-strong single hooks

Available Sizes:

When you need single replacement hooks with Zo-Wire construction stronger than high carbon steel, XXX-strong rating, smaller wire diameter for better penetration, Super Needle Point that won't roll over or dull, and vacuum-tinned finish for replacing trebles on large saltwater baits and big game fishing, the Owner Single Replacement Hooks 3X Strong are the choice of serious saltwater anglers.

Note: Perfect for handling the largest of tuna and giant trevally. Less damaging to fish and safer for anglers than treble hooks.

Atlas Mike's Lunker Oil (formerly Mike's Extra Strength Glo Scent) is a proven fish attractant that makes all lures and baits more effective. The powerful formula combines scents, flavors, and amino acids that trigger strikes from trout, salmon, steelhead, and other gamefish.

Key Benefits:

• Stimulates strikes - Special blend of scents and amino acids triggers feeding response
• Masks unwanted odors - Eliminates human scent, gasoline, insect spray, and plastic odors
• Versatile application - Works on lures, soft plastics, flies, salmon eggs, live bait, and more
• Proven formula - Same trusted Extra Strength Glo Scent formula, new packaging

How to Use:

Apply directly to lures, soft plastics, cluster eggs, roe, flies, marshmallows, salmon eggs, live bait, yarn, or floating baits. For marinating or injecting baits like herring, sardines, prawns, and nightcrawlers, apply as you would any other scent. Reapply as needed for maximum effectiveness.

Ideal for: Trout, salmon, steelhead, and other freshwater gamefish

The Owner All Purpose Worm Hook is great for Carolina rigs and Texas rigs. We like the 90 degree bend on the shank which holds the worm's head up toward the eye of the hook. This allows for weedless presentations and solid hook sets. The wire is strong but it's also sharp so the hook penetrates easily and can be fished in heavy cover or normal conditions. It features a black chrome finish and comes 4 hooks per pack.

Key Features:

• 90 Degree Bend on Shank: Holds worm head up toward hook eye
• Weedless Design: Perfect for Carolina and Texas rigs
• Strong Wire: Built for heavy cover fishing
• Sharp Point: Easy penetration for solid hooksets
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance
• Versatile Applications: Heavy cover or normal conditions
• 4 Per Pack: Ready for multiple setups

Performance Advantages:

• Weedless Presentations: 90 degree bend for cover fishing
• Solid Hook Sets: Worm head held up for proper rigging
• Easy Penetration: Sharp point despite strong wire
• Heavy Cover Confidence: Strong enough for thick vegetation
• Normal Condition Ready: Versatile for all situations
• Corrosion Resistant: Black chrome finish for durability

Ideal Applications:

• Carolina rigging soft plastics
• Texas rigging worms
• Heavy cover bass fishing
• Weedless presentations
• Normal condition fishing
• Freshwater bass fishing
• Any application requiring versatile worm hooks

Recommended Baits:

• Soft plastic worms
• Creature baits
• Lizards
• Stick baits

When you need all-purpose worm hooks with 90 degree bend on shank, weedless design, strong wire, sharp point, and Black Chrome finish for Carolina rigs, Texas rigs, and versatile fishing applications, the Owner All Purpose Worm Hook is the choice of serious bass anglers.

Note: 4 per pack. The 90 degree bend holds worm head up toward hook eye for weedless presentations and solid hook sets.

The Ima Flit 120 is the effort of endless research and development. Ima combined Michael Murphy’s biology expertise with its own advanced technology and the Flit 120 was born.  The Flit 120, named for its erratic fleeing action and 120mm in length, was designed on the basic premise of “matching the hatch.”   The ima Jerkbait, designed with a wide back, flat sides, and a narrow stomach, is designed to closely mimic the flat-sided Herring and/or Panfish prey, common in the U.S.   The Flit 120 incorporates a realistic finish, a uniquely designed bill for ease of use and specially designed triangular chambers. This creates constant focal points of contact, maximizing vibration and sound consistency. The ima Flit 120 is the next generation jerkbait designed specifically to trigger strikes and enhance your fishing experience.

Techniques:

• Jerk Pause:  Start with slack and end with slack after each series of jerks allowing the bait to glide back and forth.
• Deadsticking: Start out with a couple cranks and jerks to get the bait to desired depth and then pause the lure with slack line.
• Burning: Reel the jerkbait in fast spurts stopping periodically. A very effective technique around shad spawns and schooling fish.
  • Length: 120mm 4.5in
    Weight: 14g, 1/2oz
    Type: Suspends 6-8ft
    Hooks: #6

Premium Jigging Spoon for Vertical Bass Fishing

The War Eagle Jiggin Spoon delivers premium vertical jigging performance designed for serious bass anglers who target deep water and suspended fish. Built with quality construction and optimized jigging spoon design, this lure provides exceptional flutter action, maximum flash, and proven effectiveness for triggering reaction strikes from bass. The Jiggin Spoon represents War Eagle's commitment to creating quality vertical jigging lures for bass fishing.

Advanced Jigging Spoon Design

• Optimized Flutter: Spoon design creates enticing flutter action on the fall
• Maximum Flash: Reflective finish provides exceptional flash that attracts bass
• Vertical Design: Designed specifically for vertical jigging presentations
• Reaction Strike: Erratic action triggers aggressive reaction strikes
• Versatile Weight Range: Available in multiple weights for various depths

Premium Construction Features

• Quality Hook: Sharp premium hook ensures solid hooksets on strikes
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand repeated jigging and big bass
• Reflective Finish: Quality finish provides maximum flash and attraction
• Balanced Design: Optimized weight distribution provides ideal flutter action
• Proven Design: Time-tested jigging spoon configuration triggers strikes

Vertical Bass Fishing Applications

The Jiggin Spoon excels in vertical bass fishing applications. Perfect for targeting suspended bass over deep structure, fishing vertical around ledges and drop-offs, working deep brush piles and standing timber, triggering reaction strikes from schooling bass, or any situation where vertical jigging is effective. The flutter action and maximum flash create an irresistible presentation that triggers aggressive strikes from bass while the vertical design allows precise depth control.

Key Features

War Eagle Quality

War Eagle has been creating quality fishing lures for serious bass anglers, and the Jiggin Spoon continues this tradition with optimized vertical jigging design and premium construction. Every spoon is manufactured to exacting standards to ensure consistent performance. From weekend anglers to serious vertical jigging specialists, the War Eagle Jiggin Spoon delivers the flutter and flash performance that bass anglers demand.

Experience the premium jigging spoon performance that serious bass anglers trust. The War Eagle Jiggin Spoon isn't just a lure—it's a precision tool built for vertical fishing success.

Catch more bass with vertical jigging using War Eagle Jiggin Spoon—where flutter action meets reaction strikes.

The Strike King Red Eye Shad is one of the most versatile and proven lipless crankbaits in bass fishing. Its high-pitch rattle pulls fish in from a distance — especially effective in stained or murky water where visibility is low. A lifelike vibration on the retrieve mimics injured baitfish whether you're burning it fast, slow-rolling it along the bottom, or yo-yoing it through the water column. The streamlined, lipless design casts a mile and stays snag-resistant, making it a go-to for covering water fast in any season.

Key Features

• High-pitch rattle — attracts fish from distance, especially in stained or murky water
• Lifelike vibration — mimics injured baitfish on any retrieve speed
• Versatile technique — burn, slow-roll, yo-yo, or rip through grass
• Lipless design — casts far, stays snag-resistant, fishes any depth
• Sharp, strong hooks — solid hook sets with minimal hang-ups
• Available in 11 proven color patterns

Specifications

The Owner Twistlock XXX Shank Hook is unique with its TwistLOCK™ Centering-Pin Spring (Patented) attached to the hook eye. Baits can be permanently secured by inserting the pin in the center of the nose of a soft plastic, which can then be twisted (screwed) onto the TwistLOCK™ coil spring so that any bait will rig perfectly every time! The hook's open gap allows for more positive and effective hook sets. Ideal for weedless-style Carolina rigging and Texas rigging of big tube baits and beefy soft plastics. Features include a 30° eye-bend, XXX-strong forged shank, Super Needle Point, and black chrome finish.

Key Features:

• TwistLOCK™ Centering-Pin Spring: Patented design for perfect bait rigging
• XXX-Strong Forged Shank: Maximum strength for big fish
• 30° Eye-Bend: Optimal angle for weedless rigging
• Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration
• Open Gap Design: Positive and effective hook sets
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance
• Permanent Bait Security: Twist-on design keeps baits in place

Performance Advantages:

• Perfect Rigging Every Time: TwistLOCK spring centers bait perfectly
• Permanent Bait Security: Screwed-on baits won't slide
• Maximum Strength: XXX-strong for big bass and heavy cover
• Improved Hook Sets: Open gap for positive hookups
• Weedless Performance: 30° eye-bend for cover fishing
• Superior Penetration: Super Needle Point for instant hooksets

Ideal Applications:

• Weedless Carolina rigging
• Texas rigging big tube baits
• Beefy soft plastic presentations
• Heavy cover bass fishing
• Situations requiring permanent bait security
• Big bass fishing with large baits
• Any application where baits need to stay perfectly rigged

Recommended Baits:

• Big tube baits
• Beefy soft plastics
• Creature baits
• Large worms

Rigging Instructions:

• Insert Pin: Place centering-pin in center of bait nose
• Twist Onto Spring: Screw bait onto TwistLOCK coil spring
• Perfect Alignment: Bait will rig perfectly every time

When you need hooks with patented TwistLOCK™ Centering-Pin Spring, XXX-strong forged shank, 30° eye-bend, Super Needle Point, open gap design, and Black Chrome finish for weedless Carolina and Texas rigging of big tube baits and beefy soft plastics, the Owner Twistlock XXX Shank Hooks are the choice of serious bass anglers.

Note: Patented TwistLOCK design ensures baits rig perfectly every time and stay permanently secured.

The Halco Roosta Popper 135 is perfect for targeting game fish that are aggressively  attacking bait fish near or on the surface.  The hardware on these poppers is of the highest quality and will stand up to big fish like tuna, GT's, dorado, and peacock bass. They are best used with a heavy spinning rod and reel due to the higher inches of line retrieved per crank.  We prefer to have braided line with a short 3' top shot of monofilament or fluorocarbon.

While designed with a blooping style retrieve in mind, the Roosta Haymaker can be simply wound in at speed or trolled for excellent results.The recommended method of retrieval for best results is to point the rod tip at the lure, retrieve any slack line and firmly sweep the rod tip in a downward motion approximately 45 degrees. Allow the lure to rest for several seconds and if a fish hasn't taken the lure repeat as necessary.

Roosta Popper 135 Specs

The Halco Max 190 Lure offers superior performance with its slim minnow design, enabling jigging, casting, or trolling up to 20 knots with minimal drag. Its slim tail section ensures greater hook visibility and efficiency on the strike. This lure is a top-of-the-line solution for any angler.

Born in Australia, Halco's designers know how to make a lure that get's bit and also holds up to the toughest fish.  The construction, hooks, split rings and hardware are very strong and have caught tuna in the hundreds of pounds.  The many colors allow you to pick one that best fits your fishing conditions.  

Click here for Halco Max 130.

The Halco Max 190 Lure is designed for heavy high speed spinning and trolling, It is ideal for large salt water predators such as tuna, mackerel and wahoo. With extra heavy side walls for maximum strength and the slender profile allows trolling speeds in excess of 20 knots, features Mustad Inline 7/0 singles for the ultimate hook holding ability.

Max is also a great lure to troll while traveling from spot to spot due to its high speed characteristics.

Seaguar Pink Label™ 100% fluorocarbon leader material is made from exclusive Seaguar resins. Pink Label is soft and supple with superior strength, abrasion resistance and minimal stretch. It's also lightweight and buoyant, so it can cast farther and perform better underwater than other fluorocarbon lines. 

The pink color is one of the first colors to disappear in water making it even more invisible than other colored or non colored lines.  We have had bites where they would only bite pink label, it's worth a try if you haven't already.