You must be doing something wrong. PL2 is a Bad Azz Poly with TONS of feel. Especially the 18g. Are you sure that you have PL2 and not PL1. Your post makes zero sense.
I agree that Pro Line 2 is a great poly. I have the 1.20 and I can't believe how comfortable and durable it is. I can't find anything wrong with it. The price is great too. And yes, it does have solid tension maint.