I have a baitcaster reel(not a good one just one to try out, so it was pretty cheep). What type of line offers the most sensativity? brand/pound test?

I prefer not to use any type of braided because i have had so many problems with it. Even backed it with mono and still didn't do anything for me.

Dan: For me Braid is best, if you don't care for it then try Florocarbon (sp) line for sensitivity.(it could be the reel and not the line thats causing the problem). Lou

Sensitivity depends on a lot of things.  The rod, if it is too stiff or limber, the line, mono has a lot of stretch, and reel.  If all are matched up, you will be able to detect the slightest pick up.  That is why one rod and reel are not used for all types of fishing.  Finesse, bottom, top, worms, tubes, etc. can be fished with one set up, but you will be more seccessful if you have different setups for the type of fishing you are doing.

Gary

If you are looking for sensitivity, braids and flouros would be the best. I aggree with you on the braid,they can be disapointing. I don't like the feel of the line and I have even let my finger get to close to the line on a hookset and sliced a nice little cut. That said I still use spider ultracast on some bass rigs and all cat rigs. Flouros can be good because they are sensitive and have little stretch. But they are stiffer than mono and would be difficult for a beginer on casting reels. Iv'e used casting gear for 25 years and still get some overrun with flouro that seldom hapens for me with mono. For trying to learn on a baitcaster I would suggest you use the softest, limpest mono you can find in small diameter. Trilene XL in 8 to 12 test works nice on a caster. Stren makes a limp line that casts easy. The sensitivity you will lose with mono over superlines would be worth it , (in my opinion) it would be better to learn first then try superlines later. If you have a good quality rod and use quality mono the sensitivity will be acceptable. One final point off subject of line. To find a good rod you don't have to spend a bunch of money. Take a friend to wallmart and while you hold the rod at the handle as you would while reeling, have friend set tip of guide against his throat and talk. This will show you how well the rod trasfers vibrations. Iv'e found some in the $ 20-40 range that are jsut as or more sensitive that $100 rods.

Power pro braid or Gamma Elite. Both pricey ,but worth it.