Skip to content

Carp Fishing Line & Main Line

Picking the right fishing line is essential for nailing that carp fishing trip. It's more than just linking your rod to the fish; the line you choose can change how far you can cast, the presentation of your bait, and your odds of reeling in that big carp. At CPS Tackle, we totally understand that having the best carp fishing line can really up your fishing game. Whether you're fishing in clear or muddy waters, thick cover, or wide-open spaces, a solid fishing line can help you snag that trophy carp.

  • Daiwa Sensor Brown Mainline / Reel Line
    Original price £11.50 - Original price £11.50
    Original price
    £11.50
    £11.50 - £11.50
    Current price £11.50

    Daiwa Sensor Brown and Clear Mainline / Reel Line

    Daiwa

    Daiwa Sensor ( Brown ) With a reputation for exceptional reliability, a rugged performance, Sensor has delivered amazing durability, suppleness, co...

    View full details
    Original price £11.50 - Original price £11.50
    Original price
    £11.50
    £11.50 - £11.50
    Current price £11.50
  • Korda Carp Line
    Original price £14.99 - Original price £14.99
    Original price
    £14.99
    £14.99 - £14.99
    Current price £14.99

    Korda Carp Line

    Korda

    Don't let the price fool you with this Korda Carp Line, as it's extremely reliable and tough. This line will stand up to the challenge, whether fis...

    View full details
    Original price £14.99 - Original price £14.99
    Original price
    £14.99
    £14.99 - £14.99
    Current price £14.99
  • Original price £0.00 - Original price £0.00
    Original price £0.00
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99

    Gardner GT-HD Low-Viz Green Line

    Gardner

    All new GT-HD is manufactured exclusively for Gardner Tackle with a unique high-grade copolymer formula using cutting-edge manufacturing processes ...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £0.00
    Original price £0.00
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99
  • Original price £0.00 - Original price £21.99
    Original price £0.00
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99

    Korda SUBline Mainline Green and Brown

    Korda

    SUBline carp mono has been specifically designed by Team Korda to cope with all extreme fishing requirements SUBline carp mono has been specificall...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £21.99
    Original price £0.00
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99
  • Daiwa Tournament ST Monofiliment Mainline
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £16.99
    Original price £0.00
    £16.99
    £16.99 - £16.99
    Current price £16.99

    Daiwa Tournament ST Monofiliment Mainline

    Daiwa

    Daiwa Tournament ST Monofiliment Line is now recognised by many top anglers as the most durable and abrasion resistant line out there. The ST Line ...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £16.99
    Original price £0.00
    £16.99
    £16.99 - £16.99
    Current price £16.99
  • Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99

    Korda Touchdown Low Stretch Mono Line

    Korda

    Touchdown is a performance mono that has been designed to help you feel more as the lead impacts the bottom Touchdown is a performance mono that ha...

    View full details
    Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99
  • Original price £7.49 - Original price £7.49
    Original price
    £7.49
    £7.49 - £7.49
    Current price £7.49

    Korda Zig Line

    Korda

    Zig Line Our first dedicated zig and floater hook link is fine, supple and camouflaged – everything you need to fool wary carp. The line carries a ...

    View full details
    Original price £7.49 - Original price £7.49
    Original price
    £7.49
    £7.49 - £7.49
    Current price £7.49
  • Original price £16.75 - Original price £16.75
    Original price
    £16.75
    £16.75 - £16.75
    Current price £16.75

    Daiwa Hyper Sensor Monofilament Mainline

    Daiwa

    Offering a reduced diameter and higher abrasion resistance our Hyper Sensor is suitably named Offering a reduced diameter and higher abrasion resis...

    View full details
    Original price £16.75 - Original price £16.75
    Original price
    £16.75
    £16.75 - £16.75
    Current price £16.75
  • Original price £23.99 - Original price £23.99
    Original price
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99

    Fox Exocet Pro Monofiliment Line

    Fox

    The Fox Exocet Pro Monofilament Line is a top-of-the-line fishing line designed to give anglers the confidence they need to tackle any fishing situ...

    View full details
    Original price £23.99 - Original price £23.99
    Original price
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99
  • Original price £29.99 - Original price £29.99
    Original price
    £29.99
    £29.99 - £29.99
    Current price £29.99

    Fox Exocet MK2 Spod and Marker Braid 20lb

    Fox

    Fox Exocet MK2 Spod and Marker Braid 20lb Perfect for distance spodding. Ultra buoyant floating braid. Recommended use with tapered mono/braid le...

    View full details
    Original price £29.99 - Original price £29.99
    Original price
    £29.99
    £29.99 - £29.99
    Current price £29.99
  • Original price £7.49 - Original price £7.49
    Original price
    £7.49
    £7.49 - £7.49
    Current price £7.49

    Korda Kruiser Control Floating Line

    Korda

    Korda KRUISER CONTROL FLOATING LINE The first dedicated floater fishing line. This material is perfect for use as surface fishing mainline and hook...

    View full details
    Original price £7.49 - Original price £7.49
    Original price
    £7.49
    £7.49 - £7.49
    Current price £7.49
  • Original price £0.00 - Original price £15.99
    Original price £0.00
    £8.99 - £15.99
    £8.99 - £15.99
    Current price £8.99

    Fox Illusion Trans Khaki Fluorocarbon

    Fox

    • Features our revolutionary Trans Khaki camouflage• Perfect leader material for gin clean venues• Doubles up as effective hooklink material• The m...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £15.99
    Original price £0.00
    £8.99 - £15.99
    £8.99 - £15.99
    Current price £8.99
  • Sold out
    Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99

    Ridgemonkey Fluorocast Main Line

    RidgeMonkey

    FluoroCast is a premium grade fluorocarbon coated monofilament that combines superb casting with incredible tensile strength to provide consistent,...

    View full details
    Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99
    Sold out
  • Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99

    Korda LongChuck Mainline

    Korda

    The new Long Chuck main line has been designed specifically for fishing at long range and will add extra yards to your cast compared to a standard ...

    View full details
    Original price £21.99 - Original price £21.99
    Original price
    £21.99
    £21.99 - £21.99
    Current price £21.99
  • Daiwa J Braid X4
    Original price £13.75 - Original price £24.99
    Original price
    £13.75 - £24.99
    £13.75 - £24.99
    Current price £13.75

    Daiwa J Braid X4 Braided Mail Line

    Daiwa

    The Daiwa J Braid X4 is a high-grade four-strand Braid made in Japan that is excellent value for money. The braid is 23 & 32lb are great for pr...

    View full details
    Original price £13.75 - Original price £24.99
    Original price
    £13.75 - £24.99
    £13.75 - £24.99
    Current price £13.75
  • Original price £0.00 - Original price £9.99
    Original price £0.00
    £9.99
    £9.99 - £9.99
    Current price £9.99

    Fox Surface Floating Main line

    Fox

    As the name would suggest, Surface is a reel main line that has been developed specifically for use when fishing with floating baits on the waters ...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £9.99
    Original price £0.00
    £9.99
    £9.99 - £9.99
    Current price £9.99
  • Original price £23.99 - Original price £23.99
    Original price
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99

    Korda Kontour Fluorocarbon Main Line

    Korda

    For the last three years, we have been developing a fluorocarbon main line that ticks all the boxes – one that casts unbelievably well, sinks like ...

    View full details
    Original price £23.99 - Original price £23.99
    Original price
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99
  • Original price £5.99 - Original price £11.99
    Original price
    £5.99 - £11.99
    £5.99 - £11.99
    Current price £5.99

    Korda Basix Main Line

    Korda

    The BASIX Main Line is a brilliant all-round line that offers fantastic value for money, with a very high level of performance. It is very abrasion...

    View full details
    Original price £5.99 - Original price £11.99
    Original price
    £5.99 - £11.99
    £5.99 - £11.99
    Current price £5.99
  • Sold out
    Original price £19.99 - Original price £19.99
    Original price
    £19.99
    £19.99 - £19.99
    Current price £19.99

    Trakker Spod & Marker Braid

    Trakker

    Trakker Spod & Marker Braid has been made to be a High-performance buoyant braid that is up to the job at hand. This braid has been produced in...

    View full details
    Original price £19.99 - Original price £19.99
    Original price
    £19.99
    £19.99 - £19.99
    Current price £19.99
    Sold out
  • Sold out
    Original price £23.49 - Original price £23.49
    Original price
    £23.49
    £23.49 - £23.49
    Current price £23.49

    Gardner Kinetic Spod Braid 35lb

    Gardner

    New & improved, the new Kinetic Spod Braid is now thinner (0.30mm), stronger and smoother for even greater performance. This unique high perfor...

    View full details
    Original price £23.49 - Original price £23.49
    Original price
    £23.49
    £23.49 - £23.49
    Current price £23.49
    Sold out
  • Original price £39.99 - Original price £39.99
    Original price
    £39.99
    £39.99 - £39.99
    Current price £39.99

    Korda Spod Braid and Marker Braid

    Korda

    Marker Braid This braid casts superbly well, thanks to its low diameter, and transmits the feel of the lake bed accurately back to your rod, allowi...

    View full details
    Original price £39.99 - Original price £39.99
    Original price
    £39.99
    £39.99 - £39.99
    Current price £39.99
  • Original price £17.99 - Original price £17.99
    Original price
    £17.99
    £17.99 - £17.99
    Current price £17.99

    Korda Basix Spod & Marker Braid 30lb

    Korda

    The Basix Spod/Marker Braid can be used for either feature finding or baiting up with a spod/Spomb. This buoyant braid is perfect for use on your m...

    View full details
    Original price £17.99 - Original price £17.99
    Original price
    £17.99
    £17.99 - £17.99
    Current price £17.99
  • Original price £12.99 - Original price £12.99
    Original price
    £12.99
    £12.99 - £12.99
    Current price £12.99

    Trakker Mono Reel Line

    Trakker

    Perfect, all-round performance, dark green monofilament mainline Supple and fast sinking to hug the contours of the lakebed Ultra-smooth low...

    View full details
    Original price £12.99 - Original price £12.99
    Original price
    £12.99
    £12.99 - £12.99
    Current price £12.99
  • Original price £0.00 - Original price £0.00
    Original price £0.00
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99

    Fox Illusion Mainline Trans Khaki 200m

    Fox

    Our Illusion Trans Khaki fluorocarbon features cutting-edge technology that has helped to make it arguably the best fluorocarbon currently on the m...

    View full details
    Original price £0.00 - Original price £0.00
    Original price £0.00
    £23.99
    £23.99 - £23.99
    Current price £23.99

Types of Fishing Lines Available at CPS Tackle

We've got a variety of lines tailored for all kinds of carp anglers. Here's a quick rundown:

Monofilament Lines: Monofilament lines are flexible, user-friendly, and offer great versatility, making them ideal for beginners and experienced anglers alike. Known for their stretch, these lines can help absorb the shock of sudden strikes or aggressive carp, reducing the risk of break-offs. Monofilament is also one of the most affordable line options and ties strong, reliable knots, adding to its ease of use.

Monofilament lines float, which makes them an excellent choice for surface fishing or fishing with floating baits like dog biscuits or bread. However, their stretch, while useful in some situations, can also be a drawback when fishing at longer distances, as it can reduce sensitivity and make bite detection more difficult. Monofilament is also more prone to wear and tear compared to fluorocarbon and braid, making it less suitable for fishing in heavy cover or around sharp underwater structures. That said, for general carp fishing in open water or for surface tactics, monofilament lines provide a cost-effective and forgiving option.

 

Fluorocarbon Lines: Fluorocarbon lines are almost invisible underwater, making them perfect for fishing in clear conditions where wary carp might be spooked by visible line. They offer excellent abrasion resistance, outperforming monofilament when it comes to durability. Fluorocarbon also sinks faster than other lines, making it ideal for deeper fishing or when you need to keep your bait on or near the bottom.

While fluorocarbon lines excel in clear water and around rough structures, they aren’t without their drawbacks. Due to their stiffness, they can be harder to manage on the reel, especially in lighter line weights. Additionally, while they handle rough surfaces well, they aren’t as forgiving when casting in heavy cover as braided lines, particularly in very snaggy areas. That said, fluorocarbon’s low visibility and fast sinking properties make it a fantastic choice for finesse fishing, particularly when targeting wary carp in pressured or clear-water environments.

 

Braided Lines: Braided fishing lines offer minimal stretch and are exceptionally strong, making them highly sensitive and perfect for detecting subtle bites. Their strength-to-diameter ratio allows for greater line capacity on reels and helps anglers tackle larger fish with ease.

These lines excel in environments with heavy cover, such as lily pads or thick weed beds, where the line’s strength can cut through vegetation without snapping. However, braided lines do have some drawbacks. They aren’t as effective in areas with sharp obstacles like branches or beds of swan mussels. The rough surfaces of branches and mollusks can easily slice through the braid, potentially leading to break-offs. Therefore, while braided lines are great for cutting through soft vegetation, they may not be the best option in areas with abrasive materials or sharp underwater structures.


Advantages of High-Quality Fishing Lines

Here's why investing in high-quality carp fishing lines is worth it:

  • Durability: You'll replace your line less often, which saves you money and trouble.

  • Strength: Stronger lines mean you can handle bigger carp with greater confidence.

  • Abrasion Resistance: Quality lines can handle rough conditions, like scraping against stones or vegetation.

  • Low Visibility: Advanced fluorocarbon lines are almost invisible underwater, giving you a better chance of success.

  • Better Casting Distance: Premium lines reduce friction, helping you make longer, more accurate casts.



Tips for Choosing the Best Carp Fishing Line

When you're on the hunt for the best carp fishing line, keep these things in mind:

  • Water Conditions: Choose fluorocarbon lines for clear water as they are less detectable. Monofilament or braided lines are better for murky waters.

  • Fishing Techniques: For surface fishing, a floating monofilament line is best, while a sinking fluorocarbon line is ideal for bottom fishing.

  • Carp Size and Fishing Environment: You'll need stronger lines to handle larger carp. Braided lines, with their low stretch and high strength, are ideal for targeting big fish, especially in heavy cover or snaggy areas. However, be sure to check the rules of the water you're fishing, as some venues may restrict or prohibit the use of braided lines.



Brands Sold at CPS Tackle

At CPS Tackle, we stock lines from some of the top names in the business, such as:

  • Daiwa: Famous for their strength and durability, thanks to innovative technology. 

  • Korda: Perfect for serious anglers looking for lines that are nearly invisible and tough against wear.

  • Nash: A favourite among pros, these lines excel in all kinds of fishing scenarios.


Why Choose CPS Tackle for Your Fishing Line Needs

CPS Tackle is your top choice for carp fishing lines because:

  • Expert Advice: Our team of seasoned anglers is here to provide tips and advice. 

  • Diverse Options: We offer a variety of lines for all carp fishing techniques.

  • Affordable Pricing: Our affordable options ensure you get the most value.


FAQs

What is the best line strength for carp fishing?

You generally look at a line strength 15+ pounds for carp fishing. This gives you a good balance between strength and sensitivity, making it easier to handle large carp while keeping your lines manageable.


Can I use a braided line for carp fishing in clear water?

You can, but remember that these lines are highly visible in clear water and might scare away fish. Most anglers get around this problem by attaching a fluorocarbon leader to the braided line to reduce its visibility while maintaining its strength.


What colour fishing line is best for carp fishing?

For carp fishing, low-visibility colours like green or clear are ideal, especially in clear water. In murky conditions, darker green or brown lines work best to blend in with the environment.


When should I change my fishing line?

How often you change your fishing line depends on the usage and conditions under which it was used. Check for damages like frays and nicks. Replace your line once a year or whenever major snags/breaks occur.


Is it necessary to use a leader with a braided line?

Yes, especially in clear water. A leader made from either fluorocarbon or monofilament serves as an invisible connection point between the mainline and bait. It also gives some stretchability, making the rig more efficient.


How do I maintain my fishing lines to ensure longevity?

To keep your lines in top shape, rinse them after each use, and ensure they're thoroughly dry before storing them in a cool, dark place to protect them from UV damage and other factors that can cause wear.