Weekly material / A new braid for lure fishing: the Contact braid

New Contact braid

The new Contact braid from Fiiish is a French innovation recently presented at the Festival National de la Pêche 2025 in Nantes. The new Contact braid from Fiiish is a top-of-the-range braid specifically developed to optimize sensitivity, resistance and discretion when fishing with lures.

Made in France

Contact braid is designed and manufactured in France, guaranteeing rigorous quality control and local know-how. What's more, it's made on braiding machines that date back to the 1800-1900s! But why use such machines, which might seem obsolete in 2025? In fact, according to the designers, using these old looms from another century produces a tighter braid mesh. This will increase the sensitivity of the braid without coating. As a result, fish bites are better transmitted, as is the sensation of contact with the bottom, hence the name...

Une tresse fabriquée sur d'anciens métiers à tisser
A braid made on ancient looms

Several versions for all types of fishing

Contact braid features excellent tensile strength, with several variations adapted to different power ratings (Light, Medium, Strong, X-Strong), covering breaking loads from 10 kg to approx. 50 kg.

This new braid is designed to adapt to a variety of fishing techniques and types, from light lures to more powerful fishing, in both freshwater and sea.

Applications

  • "Light "âeuros¯: fine shore fishing and small lures.
  • "Medium "âeuros¯: boat fishing, pulling or casting/hauling.
  • "Strong "âeuros¯: vertical, wreck fishing, powerful predators.
  • "X-Strong "âeuros¯: for heavy fishing (lean, tuna, exotic).

Recommendation¯: Use a suitable fluorocarbon leader, with the knots recommended on the packaging for optimum resistance.

De meilleures sensations
Better sensations

The new Contact braid from Fiiish is a top-of-the-range braid, made in France, which combines strength, flexibility and versatility to meet the demands of modern anglers. It is part of the brand's 2025 range, renowned for its innovative lures and its commitment to offering excellent value for money. Fiiish, an independent Breton brand, continues to emphasize quality, performance and a responsible approach, with accessible and innovative products.

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