Lines are measured by weighing the first 30', correct? ANY line, correct?
The taper on the front aids in a more subtle presentation....by dissipating energy (yet we spoof with leaders to retain and transferr the remaining energy), correct? Though the taper is NOT necessary to cast, correct?
So why the avoidance of the level line, other than the limited availability now? (I think the last we were able to order were 6wt and 9wt.) Cannot energy dissipation be achieved by further spoofing with a leader?
Is not "more energy" at the tip (provided by being a level "taper") desired for tossing big bushy bass bugs where subtle is not usually a necessity? And sometimes not desired.
I do KNOW that a level line is a GREAT tool for some of the stuff WE do....BUT, just like ALL the tools in FF'ing, there are limitations to the ease/effect equation.
There must be a niche...... Even if it is ONLY to achieve an east presentation with a $12 tool as opposed to a $60 tool.
.....lee s.