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I use three strand polypropylene because it is easier to splice. Knots in a line reduce the working and breaking loads. A simple overhand knot will reduce the load strength by about 50% or 60% while a splice will only reduce it by 10%. Three strand nylon line is stronger but is probably over kill for a buoy.
PS: If you need to put eye splices in the middle of the line poly is also the best way to go.
Last edited by richkeller; November 11th, 2011 at 02:27 PM.
I use three strand polyprop for my flag because that's what it came with (and does a good job.) For my smb/finger spool I use cave line. But here is a link to a page you may find helpful. Classic Guideline Reels by Dive Rite - Dive Gear Express
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