Monofilament vs Trilene Big Game, Clear, 50lb: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Ande
Monofilament
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
B 81/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
Monofilament nylon fishing line
Confidence
72%
PossibleMicroplastic shedding during use
Berkley
Trilene Big Game, Clear, 50lb
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
B 81/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
Monofilament nylon fishing line
Confidence
72%
PossibleNylon polymer degradation and microplastic shedding
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