I also use my giant net when fishing the open bay bass tournament. I use light line and a 3-4lb sandy can break 8lb test if your not careful. Also when the bastard sealions are chasing your big salty bass putting that net in the water while you bring the fish to the net usualy keeps them from taking your fish right at the boat. My buddy actualy jabed the net right into ones head as he was going to steal my fish. He defended the sandy and scooped it up in one motion. He is my my favorite net man!