Braided or nylon
Both have their strengths and weaknesses. Ask several specialists and the answers will vary. Why should you ask? Because it all depends on your fishing style and conditions. But when you're just starting out, all this seems a long way off. Here again, the beginner is looking for a line with a certain versatility while compensating for possible errors, whether casting or fighting. Nylon remains the most versatile in my opinion. It's not perfect, but it's the best choice for beginners.
The color
Theories abound on the subject of color and carp vision. In any case, carp don't just use their eyes to detect something like a thread in the water. A complex subject, I grant you. A few lines won't be enough... To reassure yourself and to be at one with the environment as a whole, choose a camouflaged line.
Diameter
This is a very important criterion. Choosing too fine a diameter will lead to numerous breakages during combat. A line that's too thick will cause discomfort in many situations, such as casting. In my opinion, a nylon of around 35 hundredths is perfect for beginners. Of course, it won't be able to cope with every situation, but it will still be very versatile.
Maintenance
Using nylon requires taking precautions, whether in terms of maintenance, limiting twisting, filling, checking... I invite you to read the following article: "Carp fishing with nylon, tips for optimizing its advantages."
Resistance
There are many nylons on the market. There's a bit of everything. Some yarns have good linear resistance, others much less so. The same applies to knot strength and abrasion resistance. The key is to find a nylon with good linear resistance, knot strength and abrasion resistance.
Having reviewed all these criteria, I'd like to recommend a line I've been using for many years, the FURY from Starbaits. I recommend it in 33 hundredths for beginners.
