For mainline, I prefer Trilene XT because it is less prone to stretch and weaken when you hang up on the bottom. It's resistance to stretching is why I like it. I have used Maxima for mainline and though it is extremely abrasion resistant, I have had bad experiences with it stretching after a hangup. I've had to remove up to 15 ft. of line because it became so weak from stretching and that got old quickly.

Most quality lines are adequate but I have fished with all of them enough to be satisfied with Trilene.

For leaders, I use Maxima Chameleon hands down because of it's abrasion resistance. There are few lines on the market that are as stiff and tough as this line. It is a time tested product and if you sample most guys on the river, you'll see they use this also. Again, there are other quality lines but these are my choices from 20 plus years of steelheading.

Hope that helps.