Cortland C16 Super Braid

Prepare to elevate your line game with Cortland’s C16 Super Braid, the most advanced gel-spun fiber, hollow-core casting and trolling line available for saltwater fishing today. Crafted in Cortland, New York, it’s woven from 16 ultra-fine gel-spun polyethylene fibers, delivering a tight, round weave with uniform pick count. This ensures exceptional spool packing with no flattening or digging in—indispensable for smooth casting under pressure.

Unmatched Sensitivity and Strength

C16’s fine diameter reduces line drag when trolling or fighting big fish, while its 16-fiber structure offers outstanding resistance to nicks and abrasions during long, taxing battles. The gel-spun fibers impart virtually zero stretch, delivering ultra-responsive sensitivity and immediate hooksets that are essential when seconds matter.

Durable Finish and Enhanced Handling

Enjoy long-lasting performance with Cortland’s proprietary FiberTech® treatment—a unique penetration (not coating) that bonds to individual fibers, stiffening the braid and improving handling. Paired with ColorLast® technology for permanent, non-fading coloration, the line stays durable and slick—casting further and lasting longer without excess stiffness.

Engineered for Seamless Splicing

Thanks to its spliceable hollow-core construction, C16 allows fast and reliable end-loop or direct splicing to monofilament or fluorocarbon leaders. This makes it perfect for building wind-on leaders or connecting top shots quickly—without compromising strength or performance.

Free Standard Shipping on Orders of $100

Orders of $100 or more will receive free standard shipping (3-5 business days) within the Continental US (Gift cards excluded). Your order must ship in a single box and have a dimensional weight of no greater 10 lbs. Many fishing rods and other long items that have a shipping dimension of over 60" do not qualify for free shipping. See individual item for details.

Cash Returns

We do not do cash refunds! All refunds must be put on a credit card.

Credit Card & Debit Card Returns - In-Store

You have 5 days from the date of purchase to return an item for a refund. An item returned from 6 days to 30 days from the purchase date is eligible for a store credit. Item must be in brand new condition, unused, in its original packaging, and accompanied by a valid receipt. Rods must have original tags. If you do not have a receipt you will be given store credit. It is your responsibility to ask for a receipt at time of purchase.

Credit Card & Debit Card Returns - Online

You have 14 days from the date of purchase to return an item for a refund on a purchase made with a credit card or debit card online. All refunds will be issued to the original method of payment. An item returned from 15 days to 30 days from the purchase date is eligible for a store credit. Item must be in brand new condition, unused, in its original packaging, and accompanied by a valid receipt. Rods must have original tags. If you do not have a receipt you will be given store credit. It is your responsibility to ask for a receipt at time of purchase!

Please visit the Returns Center to process a return.