Anyone who has gone fishing at some point in their life knows that there is much more to it than just a pole with some line on it.  The bait you choose, the spot you pick, and the type of rod and reel you use can make your fishing excursion a successful one or a not so successful one.  It all depends on a variety of factors and most of the factors are actually in your control.  One choice that many anglers have to make is the type of line they will be using.  

Of course the need for a specific type of line can change depending on the type of fish you are going after, but lines come in two types:  monofilament and fluorocarbon.  There are many factors that you will need to consider when choosing your line.

• Water permeability
• Strength
• Color
• Visibility
• Cost
• Density

When you go through all of those determinants you will figure out whether or not you will need the monofilament line or the fluorocarbon line.  Be sure to keep in mind that many anglers of all types have used monofilament lines for many. many years.  Fluorocarbon is pricier and you might not need it if you are an every once in a while type of angler.

Find out more about the two lines from the infographic below.