DAIWA J-BRAID Expedition X8 Braided PE Line

DAIWA J-BRAID Expedition X8 Braided PE Line

Built on IZANAS® high-performance fibres and Daiwa’s Silicon “Coating PE” technology, J-Braid Expedition X8 delivers an exceptionally slick, tight and durable braid from Australia’s best-known braided line family.

Recommended Environment
Ideal for offshore reef fishing, deep coastal drop-offs, rock ledges and surf beaches, as well as estuary and bay boat work in both Australia and New Zealand.

Target Species:

Saltwater (AU & NZ)

• Snapper (incl. NZ snapper), Kingfish, Tuna – offshore reefs, headlands and open pelagic waters
• Flathead, Bream, Whiting, Gurnard – estuaries, tidal flats and sheltered bays
• Mulloway, Tailor, Australian Salmon, Kahawai – surf zones, river mouths and rocky coastlines
• Dhufish, Coral Trout, Trevally – deeper reefs, bommies and wrecks

Freshwater (AU & NZ)

• Australian Bass, Murray Cod, Golden Perch (Yellowbelly), Estuary Perch
• Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout – lakes, tailraces and upland rivers
• Chinook/King Salmon (NZ), lake trout and large freshwater eels in deep lakes and river systems

Main Specifications

• 8-strand IZANAS® PE construction with high-pitch weave for a tight, round, fray-resistant braid.

• Silicon Coating PE hydrophobic finish: sheds water, silt and sediment to slow wear and maintain smooth performance.

• Available in 150 m and 300 m spools in Smash Orange or Multi-Colour options to suit light inshore through to serious offshore work.

• Made in Japan for consistent diameter, strength and knot performance.

Performance & Comparison
Compared with standard PE braids, Expedition X8 offers a noticeably smoother surface and tighter weave, reducing guide noise and friction for longer casts and better line lay on the spool. The hydrophobic coating stops the line becoming “muddy” with fine sediment, so it stays cleaner and maintains breaking strain for longer sessions.

Key Technical Advantages

• Hydrophobic silicon coating: minimises water and grit absorption, extending life and improving sensitivity.

• High weave count X8 profile: round cross-section for smooth guide passage and precise lure control.

• Fine diameter across a wide PE range (approx. 8–50 lb) to cover finesse estuary work through to heavy reef and pelagic applications.

Why Anglers Choose It
Anglers in Australia and New Zealand favour J-Braid Expedition X8 for its combination of long casting, abrasion resistance and longevity, especially around reef edges, rocky country and surf where ordinary braids quickly roughen and fade.

Technology & Performance Summary
J-Braid Expedition X8 blends Japanese IZANAS® fibres, a dense 8-carrier weave and Daiwa’s Silicon Coating PE hydrophobic finish to deliver a braid that stays smoother for longer, cuts cleanly through the water and stands up to demanding Aussie and Kiwi fishing conditions—from finesse bream and flathead to hard-charging kingfish, mulloway and offshore reef brutes.