{"product_id":"tsurinoya-wk8-8-strand-pe-braided-fishing-line-150m","title":"Tsurinoya WK8 8-Strand PE Braided Fishing Line – 150m | #1.2–#3.0 | 25–50lb | Inshore \u0026 Offshore","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTsurinoya WK8 8-Strand PE Braided Fishing Line – 150m | #1.2–#3.0\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTsurinoya WK8\u003c\/strong\u003e is an 8-strand PE braided fishing line available in a 150m spool in four line classes from \u003cstrong\u003e#1.2 (25lb) to #3.0 (50lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e, positioned at the medium-to-heavy end of the AU inshore and offshore lure fishing range. The WK8 complements the lighter Tsurinoya H8 by covering the heavier line classes suited to flathead, trevally, kingfish, snapper, and jewfish applications on 4–8kg outfits where the strength, abrasion resistance, and casting performance of an 8-strand braid are required at the medium-heavy line weight. The 8-strand construction produces a rounder, denser, and smoother cross-section than a comparable 4-strand braid, reducing guide friction and improving casting distance at the heavier line classes where line diameter and surface texture have a more pronounced effect on guide resistance than at the lighter finesse weights. The 150m spool length provides a single fill for most 3000–4000 size spinning reels used in light-to-medium inshore applications, or a top-shot fill for larger 4000–5000 reels used in heavier inshore and offshore work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-strand construction – rounder profile and smoother guide performance at heavier line classes\u003c\/strong\u003e — at the heavier line classes (#1.2–#3.0) the difference between 4-strand and 8-strand braid construction becomes increasingly significant; at heavier diameters, 4-strand braid produces a more pronounced flat-braid effect under tension — the four carriers compress into a flatter ribbon shape that increases surface contact area in the guide ring, generates more friction on the cast, and is more prone to snagging in the guide under shock loads from hard-fighting fish; the 8-strand weave of the WK8 maintains a rounder, denser cross-section at the heavier line classes that resists flattening under tension, reducing guide friction, improving casting distance, and producing a more consistent line lay on the spool under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh drag resistance – suited to heavier inshore applications\u003c\/strong\u003e — the #1.2–#3.0 line class range of the WK8 corresponds to the drag settings used in medium-to-heavy inshore fishing — flathead, trevally, snapper, and kingfish on 3–6kg outfits with 10–20lb fluorocarbon leaders; the 8-strand construction and high-grade PE fibre base of the WK8 maintain breaking strain integrity under sustained drag load better than lower-grade braid, where fibre degradation from UV, abrasion, and repeated stretch-and-recover cycles reduces effective breaking strain significantly below the rated figure over time; the WK8 is designed to maintain its rated strength over extended use in demanding inshore and offshore conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasion resistance – rock, reef, and structure fishing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the heavier line classes of the WK8 are the primary choices for applications involving contact with abrasive structure — rock ledge, reef, jetty piles, and oyster-covered surfaces that are common in AU inshore fishing environments; the 8-strand construction and surface coating reduce the rate at which individual fibres are cut by sharp edge contact, and the higher breaking strains of the #2.0–#3.0 classes provide a reserve of strength that compensates for localised abrasion damage on the main line above the leader without the line failing on the next cast; checking the main line above the leader connection for abrasion damage after contact with hard structure is recommended regardless of line class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth multifilament surface – long-casting performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — the WK8 uses the same precision braiding and surface coating approach as the H8, producing a smooth, uniform-diameter line with minimal surface texture variation along the spool; at the heavier line classes the surface smoothness of the braid is the primary determinant of guide friction and casting distance, as the greater line mass means the line is travelling more slowly off the spool per unit of energy applied on the cast; a smoother surface reduces the deceleration effect of guide friction at these heavier weights, maintaining casting distance competitive with thinner-diameter lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150m spool – versatile fill for 3000–5000 size reels\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 150m spool length fills most 3000 size spinning reels used in light-to-medium inshore work (flathead, trevally, bream on 3–4kg outfits) to near-capacity; for 4000–5000 size reels used in heavier inshore and offshore applications the 150m can be used as a top-shot over a mono or braid backing, which is the standard approach for heavier inshore and offshore reels where the full 150m fighting capacity of braid is maintained at the top of the spool without the cost of filling the entire reel with premium braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLine Class Selection Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#1.2 – 25lb\u003c\/strong\u003e — $34.95 — light-to-medium inshore; flathead, trevally, snapper, and bass on 3–5kg outfits with 3000–4000 reels; leader 10–15lb fluorocarbon; the lightest WK8 class and the crossover point from finesse estuary to general inshore lure fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#2.0 – 40lb\u003c\/strong\u003e — $34.95 — medium inshore; flathead, trevally, snapper, jewfish on 4–6kg outfits; leader 15–20lb fluorocarbon; suits heavier jig heads, large vibes, and presentations around rock and reef structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#2.5 – 45lb\u003c\/strong\u003e — $34.95 — medium-heavy inshore and light offshore; kingfish, snapper, jewfish on 6–8kg outfits; leader 20–30lb; suits jigging, deep vibing, and heavier bottom fishing presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#3.0 – 50lb\u003c\/strong\u003e — $34.95 — heavy inshore and offshore; kingfish, tuna, heavier snapper on 8–10kg+ outfits; leader 30lb+; maximum strength WK8 option for demanding offshore and deep-water applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsurinoya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e WK8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-strand PE braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Classes:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1.2 \/ #2.0 \/ #2.5 \/ #3.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreaking Strain Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25lb – 50lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Breaking strain figures are manufacturer-stated. Always tie a fresh leader and inspect braid condition regularly after contact with rock, reef, or abrasive structure. Rinse with fresh water after saltwater use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsurinoya","offers":[{"title":"WK8 150m 1.2","offer_id":49107013894318,"sku":"14:200002984#WK8 150m 1.2","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"WK8 150m 2.0","offer_id":49107013927086,"sku":"14:200006151#WK8 150m 2.0","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"WK8 150m 2.5","offer_id":49107013959854,"sku":"14:175#WK8 150m 2.5","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"WK8 150m 3.0","offer_id":49107013992622,"sku":"14:173#WK8 150m 3.0","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/5592\/2350\/files\/S5c6b1b6b712a4b8ca0f842763e50732b8.webp?v=1788203030","url":"https:\/\/castngo.com.au\/products\/tsurinoya-wk8-8-strand-pe-braided-fishing-line-150m","provider":"Cast N Go","version":"1.0","type":"link"}