Strength, handling, and control for every setup.
From premium casting braid to spliceable hollow-core systems, Cortland braided lines cover freshwater, saltwater, trolling, backing, and offshore rigging applications.
Match the braid to the reel, rig, and application.
Cortland braided lines cover everything from freshwater and saltwater casting to trolling, flipping, backing, and offshore hollow-core rigging. Start with the application, then choose the braid built for that setup.
Master Braid
Ultra-premium braid for strength, sensitivity, handling, and control across freshwater and saltwater setups.
Shop Master BraidC16™ System
Cortland’s highest-spec hollow-core system for refined spliceable connections, wind-on leaders, and custom offshore rigging.
Shop C16™C12™ System
Offshore-focused hollow-core braid for backing capacity, wind-on leaders, and dependable saltwater rigging.
Shop C12™Silent Flip
Flipping and pitching braid engineered for heavy cover, close presentations, and structure-focused fishing.
Shop Silent FlipDacron / Planer Board
Proven braid options for traditional setups, trolling systems, and backing applications.
View All BraidBuilding hollow-core connections? Pair C12™ or C16™ full-spool braid with wind-on leader material and Daho needles for clean splicing work at the bench or on the boat.
Use the Line Selector to narrow your options.
Answer a few quick questions and the selector will help point you toward Cortland lines that make sense for your next day on the water.