Product guide

Berkley Whiplash8 braided fishing line, 0.25 mm, 88 lb, yellow

Berkley Whiplash8 is a yellow braided fishing line listed at 0.25 mm and 88 lb, with an eight-carrier construction and claims of suitability for fresh and saltwater. It is aimed at anglers targeting predator species who want a long casting line, though the listed length differs between product details and the title.

At a glance

Eight-carrier braided construction, with the listing describing it as ideally round.
The feature text states that it is made from 100 percent PE material and intended for fresh and saltwater use.
The listing claims a smooth surface for long-distance and fast casting.
Yellow colour and 0.25 mm diameter are specified.

Price

£27.09Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£31.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The stated 88 lb breaking strength and 0.25 mm diameter make the intended line specification easy to compare with tackle requirements.
A stated 300-metre item length offers a long spool for anglers who want more line than a short top-up spool.
The listing specifies use in both fresh and saltwater.

Technical specifications

15 specifications

Identity
Brand	Berkley
Model	1579731
Line type	Braided
Colour	Yellow
Strand type	Multi

Line specifications
Line diameter	0.25 Millimeters
Breaking strength	88 Pounds
Length in title	0.25mm \| 40kg \| 88lb \| 330yd
Item length	300 Metres
Construction	Ideally round braided 8 carrier construction
Material claim	100 percent PE material, For Fresh and Saltwater use

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	40 Grams

Materials and protection
Material listed	Blend

Other details
Pack count	1
Warranty description	1 year manufacturer

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The length is inconsistent: the title gives 330yd, while the product details list 300 Metres. The listing also describes the material both as Blend and as 100 percent PE. Confirm the selected version's length and material details before buying.

What’s in the box

Included

Fishing line

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Predator anglers considering line for pike, perch, zander or trout, as named in the listing.
Anglers looking for yellow braided line with a listed 0.25 mm diameter and 88 lb strength.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a length or material specification that is unambiguously consistent across the listing.
Anglers seeking a line below the listed 88 lb strength.

Customer reviews on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

What strength and diameter are listed?

The details list 88 Pounds breaking strength and a diameter of 0.25 Millimeters.

How much line is supplied?

The title states 330yd, while the item-length detail says 300 Metres. The listing does not present one consistent length, so check the selected offer.

Is this line suitable for saltwater?

The feature text claims it is for fresh and saltwater use.

What is the line made from?

The product details call the material Blend, while the feature text claims 100 percent PE. This discrepancy is not resolved by the listing.