Braid main line is made by braiding together multiple synthetic fibers (often in 4, 8 or 12-strand configurations), such as Spectra, Dyneema, or other high-strength materials, and is usually solid in color, like the braid main line in the image below
This combination of speed, sensitivity, and strength ensures your catfish rod can be sensitive enough to detect a bite and fast enough to deliver a hook-set to a line that may be 75 yards from shore
Also read: Part 1 Lowveld Spring fishing guide: Pre-spawn
You will also find it doesn't sink anywhere near as quickly, or as well, which can be problematic in windy situations
90 and 100 degree days were the norm, resulting in hot mid-80 degree water temperatures, many algae blooms, and slow fishing