I have seen crystal ivory at Outdoor Emporeum here in Seattle. I had the same problem as you, trying to find a more visible line above the surface (For spoon fishing) with the abrasion resistance we all take for granted with maxima (until we spool on another line). Anyhow, I tried Trilene big game this year in the clear and I must say it is very strong, has good abrasion resistance and casts pretty well. You might want to give it a try. I started with the 15 and now use the 12.

hope that helps

[This message has been edited by Stadle (edited 04-19-2000).]