It doesn't! The braid I use for my hook length is normally used for mainline.
Now it makes sense Though I wouldn't use a mainlind braid for hook lengths. It's usually much a thinner diameter, which can cut into the carp's mouth.
Blimey, sounds worse than Chi. Did you ever go back?
No never went back, their welcome to it and all the stolen fish in there
Paki Bobs' by any chance?
What's the lake bed made up of? Clay, silt, weed, gravel etc. More often than not simple variations on the knotless knot (rig length, hair length etc) will do the job.
(http://www.carp.com/carp-forum/viewtopic.php?t=54131)