One issue with braid is no stretch so if you have 20 foot of mono out and a crappie makes quick jerk or run it will absorb some of the initial shock. Braid has zero stretch. I switched to 12 lb braid on all my crappie outfits and love it. Get same depths as 4 to 6 lb mono and can still horse in a cat or striper if I need to. I only pull cranks and jigs so best line for me.