I no longer fish. I did for years & I preferred Stren as I knew them to make consistently reliable quality strings. I still by Stren for general household jobs such as restringing outdoor wind chimes so they hold up against the four seasons. As always, Stren never fails me, whether fishing or my wife's professional jewelry making (beading) & repairs of customer's favorite but cheaply strung bracelets & necklaces. We recommend Stren; Its simply excellent.