Yeah, that "can't touch it" surface temp is the real issue for me. Everyone talks about inside temps, but what about the heat just blasting off into the yard? My buddy has one and his plants near that wall got fried, even with regular watering. That extra radiant heat changes the whole microclimate right around your house.

Sure, string gets the job done. But after dealing with a snapped line at the worst time, switching to a braided leader was a game changer for me. It just handles abrasion so much better around rocks and wood. The stuff is nearly invisible in the water too. You don't realize how much old mono can spook fish until you try the thinner braid.

Wish my clients were that cool instead of complaining about my prices!