Line conditioners?

[shrapnel]

Have never tried them before, bought the KVD version for like 8 bucks and couldn't be more disappointed.  Supposed to help eliminate memory and lessen ice build up.  Followed the instructions and notice ZERO difference, even on 4lb test.

Anybody used one that seemed to help?  I think it's a gimmick.

[fishinwrench]

I'm no chemist but I know that the only thing you can put on mono or flouro that will lessen it's memory is steaming hot water.  

There's lots of things you could put on it that will make it slicker (for a minute or two), but what good is does having your line slick and smooth for 8-12 casts do, unless your fishing trips are REALLY short?

[tjm]

48 minutes ago, shrapnel said:

I think it's a gimmick

What's wrong with gimmicks??

Seriously I never heard of such stuff, so,  ...

[shrapnel]

Ya, the hot water works, until you make your first cast into 35* water

Like I said, never tried any of the Reel Magic type "line conditioners" until now, and was as disappointed as I expected to be,

[fishinwrench]

I've never heard anyone say "oh crap I'm almost out of line conditioner, need to get some more asap".

[tjm]

8 minutes ago, fishinwrench said:

I've never heard anyone say "oh crap I'm almost out of line conditioner, need to get some more asap".

I used to use a lot of Mucilin.

Then I switched to Albolene, a single jar is a life supply.

[shrapnel]

1 hour ago, fishinwrench said:

I've never heard anyone say "oh crap I'm almost out of line conditioner, need to get some more asap".

I've never heard a lot of things said.  Was just looking for some feedback on a line of products that has been around for a long time and sharing my opinion.

I don't mind kinky, unless were talking fishing line.

[Basfis]

I have used the blakemore stuff to lengthen time for ice buildup. Made for more casts and did help the eyelets repel. 

No difference on line management tat I could tell. Same for the ardent stuff

[Smalls21]

i have used the Ardent line butter before, it seems to help the line a little, but i have not used it in 35* water either

[Hog Wally]

I've been using Pam olive oil cooking spray.   It worked Sunday in 17 degree air temps.  We cleaned our guides thoroughly before we sprayed it on.   The first application lasted the longest.  It was kinda downhill from there. But it helped us boat nearly 50 fish in Otherwise impossible conditions.