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The 6000HG and 8000HG designations are the most relevant for crossover use: the HG ratio sits in the mid-speed range and balances cranking torque against retrieve speed well for the full range of techniques this niche demands

Robin Parry had a grilse of 8.5lb on a single hander and Ian Williams reports a 9lb sewin

Specialized knots, like the haywire twist, or crimps, are often required for secure connections

In addition to its exceptional swimming and shimmying action, it pushes and disturbs water as the bait is worked through the water column thanks to the incorporated ribbing throughout the bait

Check out this chart from the Daiwa J Braid Website that compares traditional monofilament diameter and strength to J Braid: 10 lb test braid is the diameter of 2.5 lb test monofilament