Sunset Braid 8X RS Competition Multicolor 300m

Sunset Braid 8X RS Competition | 300m Multicolor

The Sunset Braid 8X RS Competition is a professional-grade, 8-strand PE line engineered for the demanding world of competitive shore and boat angling. By weaving eight high-quality fibers into a perfectly round profile, Sunset has created a line that offers significantly less friction through the guides than traditional 4-strand braids. The Multicolor system is a strategic advantage, allowing for precise depth control and distance tracking.

At Gerrys Fishing, we recommend the RS Competition for anglers who need to hunt fish at specific depths or distances. Whether you are counting meters to reach a distant sandbar or tracking your jigs position in the water column, this braid provides the technical edge needed for success.

Technical Specifications

Key Features & Performance

• 8-Strand Round Profile: Unlike lower-tier braids that can feel flat or ribbed, the 8X construction is perfectly cylindrical. This results in much quieter retrieves and, more importantly, increased casting distance due to reduced wind resistance and guide friction.

• Multicolor Tracking: The line changes color every 10 meters. This is an essential feature for:

  • Shore Anglers: Knowing exactly how far youve cast to hit a productive gully again and again.

  • Boat Anglers: Dropping lures or jigs to a specific depth where fish are showing on the sonar.

• Ultra-Smooth Surface: The specialized surface treatment allows the line to glide through the guides. This smoothness also helps the line cut through the water more efficiently, reducing line bow in strong tides.

• High Abrasion Resistance: Despite its soft and flexible feel, the RS Competition is designed to withstand the rigors of saltwater environments, including contact with sand and light structure.

• Instant Bite Detection: With near-zero stretch, every vibration from the seabed or the slightest pluck at your lure is transmitted directly to the rod tip and your hand.

Where to Use: Recommended Scenarios

• Spinning & Lure Fishing: Ideal for Bass and Pollack. The smoothness of the 8X braid allows for the long, effortless casts required to cover large areas of water.

• Vertical Jigging & Tataki: Use the color changes to keep your jig in the strike zone. If fish are showing 20 meters off the bottom, you can pinpoint your lures position instantly.

• Competition Shore Fishing: For the match angler, knowing your distance is everything. This braid allows you to return to the exact spot where you found fish on the previous cast.

• Deep-Water Ledgering: The thin diameter and smooth surface help your lead hold bottom in deeper water and stronger currents compared to traditional monofilament.

The Gerrys Fishing Verdict

The Sunset Braid 8X RS Competition is a high-spec line that punches well above its price point. It offers the suppleness and silence of premium Japanese braids with the durability required for rugged coastal fishing. If you want to increase your casting distance and improve your depth accuracy, this is the line to load onto your reel.

Gerrys Pro Tip: When spooling up with 8-strand braid, always ensure you have a backing of monofilament on the reel spool to prevent the braid from slipping. Because this line is so smooth, your knots need to be precisewe highly recommend the FG Knot or a GT Knot for attaching your fluorocarbon leader to ensure 100% strength