The SeaKnight TriPoseidon is a 4-strand PE braided fishing line covering a complete 12-class range from 8LB (#0.4) to 80LB (#8.0) in 300m spools. Available in 8 colours: Green, Yellow, Gray, Black, Blue, Red, White and Multi-color. Anti-corrosion, floating, level wound. Suitable for freshwater and saltwater. Emphasised by SeaKnight for knot strength and abrasion resistance.
4-Strand Construction
The TriPoseidon uses a 4-strand braided construction. 4-strand braid uses four larger-diameter individual strands twisted together, compared to 8 or 9-strand braids that use more strands of smaller individual diameter to achieve the same PE rating. The 4-strand structure has two specific performance characteristics that make it the preferred construction for many saltwater applications:
Knot strength: larger individual strand diameter means more material makes contact at each wrap and turn within a knot; when a 4-strand braid knot is cinched, the heavier strands grip each other and the leader material with more surface area per strand than the thinner strands of an 8 or 9-strand braid at equivalent PE number; this results in higher knot retention strength and more reliable knot seating across standard connections — FG knot, Palomar, improved clinch and uni-to-uni — particularly important at the heavier line classes (PE #3.0–8.0) where the forces on the knot during a fish fight are significant
Strand-level abrasion resistance: a 4-strand braid at a given PE rating has larger individual strand diameter than a multi-strand braid at the same rating; a thicker individual strand has more abrasion material at its surface before the strand’s structural fibres are reached; contact with reef edges, oyster-covered structure, rock platforms and rubble bottom wears through the strand’s outer layer before compromising strength; at the heavy line classes (PE #5.0–8.0) where reef and bottom fishing are the primary applications, this strand-level abrasion reserve is a practical advantage
Abrasion and Corrosion Resistance
The TriPoseidon is built for both freshwater and saltwater use. The anti-corrosion treatment resists salt penetration between the braid strands — salt crystal ingress causes internal abrasion as the braid flexes through the cast-and-retrieve cycle, grinding the crystals against the inner strand surfaces; the anti-corrosion treatment seals the braid against this mechanism. The abrasion resistance across the full 8–80LB range is derived from both the 4-strand construction’s larger strand diameter and the line’s surface treatment.
Line Class and Application Guide
#0.4 — 8LB: ultralight estuary; bream and estuary perch on micro soft plastics; pairs with 1000–2000-size reels; 4–6lb fluorocarbon leader
#0.6 — 10LB: light estuary; bream, small flathead and whiting; 2000-size reels; 6–8lb leader
#6.0 — 60LB: offshore medium; medium kingfish, large snapper and offshore jigging; 6000–8000 reels; 40–50lb leader
#7.0 — 70LB: offshore heavy; heavy jigging and bottom fishing on deep reefs; large overhead or spinning reels; 50–60lb leader
#8.0 — 80LB: the heaviest class in the TriPoseidon range; large pelagics, heavy reef and deep offshore bottom fishing; 60–80lb leader
Colour Guide
Green: blends with tannin and algae-stained estuary, river and freshwater environments; the most versatile all-round colour for Australian inshore and freshwater fishing
Yellow: high-visibility for bite detection by watching line angle and movement; surf, beach and open boat fishing where line visibility at distance is the primary detection method
Gray: low-visibility in both green and blue water; suited to clear estuary and offshore applications where line colour visibility to pressured fish is a concern
Black: low-visibility in deep water and low-light conditions; deep reef bottom fishing and night fishing applications
Blue: blends with blue offshore water; suited to offshore trolling, jigging and deep bottom fishing where the line is in blue-water column
Red: red light wavelengths are absorbed rapidly as depth increases in the water column; below approximately 5m, red braid appears very dark or near-invisible to fish looking up at the line in the water column; suited to bottom fishing and jigging at depth
White: high-visibility against dark water and in low-light surf conditions; also popular for popper and surface lure fishing
Multi-color: colour changes at regular intervals (typically every 10m) for cast distance management and depth reading; suited to surfcasting, jigging and bottom fishing where knowing cast or lure depth relative to structure is critical
TriPoseidon vs X9 — Which SeaKnight Braid?
Both the TriPoseidon and the SeaKnight X9 are SeaKnight PE braids suitable for the same freshwater and saltwater applications. The choice comes down to construction preference and application:
The TriPoseidon (4-strand) suits anglers who prioritise maximum knot strength, strand-level abrasion resistance in reef and bottom fishing, and the widest range of line classes in a single product (8–80LB, 12 classes); it is the store’s best-value option at 300m per spool
The X9 (9-strand) suits anglers who prioritise the rounder cross-section, the dual-layer UV-proof and seawater-proof coating system, water-based dye colour retention and a choice of 150m, 300m or 500m spool lengths
Specifications
Brand: SeaKnight
Model: TriPoseidon
Construction: 4-strand PE braid
Profile: Level, floating
Length: 300m
Line classes: #0.4 (8LB) through #8.0 (80LB) — 12 classes
⚠️ Safety Notice: This product contains sharp hooks and small parts. Handle with care. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Colours may vary slightly from images shown due to screen settings and product availability. Always follow safe fishing practices.
