Coated braid. Why?

[stewpot]

I've never used it, so sorry in advance if this seems a stupid question.

 

I've just been reading some of the rig tying threads and it got me thinking I should have more versatility in my rig wallet

 

What advantages does coated braid offer and when should I use it instead of my usual fluorocarbon or braid hook links?

[chrispayne]

Very easy to make combi links.

I use it instead of using tubing at the hook end or if I want to have a soft hair and stiff rig.

[mindgame]

I don't think it has ever tangled on me either, so long as you leave some coating on the middle section of the rig. I find soft braid always tangles on the cast.

[jules007]

use soft uncoated braid with little pva bags and coated braid with or with out pva

[stewpot]

Do you need to strip both ends then? One end for the hair and the other to tie to the swivel

[kevtaylor]

No it can be tied to a swivel with the coating still on - a palomar knot tightened with a bit of spit.

[stewpot]

Many thanks guys, I'll give it try.

[cobleyn]

Try using a ring swivel with it, or attaching it to the swivel with some sort of loop not ( I tend to use an overhand loop because I'm lazy- I know theres stronger loop knots but its never let me down yet on fish over a ton). The extra flexibility will allow it to pivot easier and go in the fishes mouth more naturally.