Sports-fishing
is extremely different and unique. While
every fishing scenario is different
from other sport, there is some basic information that can help you understand
the concept of leaders and why they are helpful to you as a fisherman. Basic information
as leader descriptions, when to use a leader and why to use a leader can be
information that will help you make an informed decision.
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What is a
leader?
Leaders are
a length of fishing line that attaches between your bait and your main line.
Leaders can be created from monofilament, fluorocarbon, steel or braid line.
Why use a
leader?
Using a
leader can divert the attention of a fish from your main line. It can also mean
the difference between an intact line and one that is sheared off due to a fish
getting a little aggressive and biting through your line.
When should
I use a leader?
A leader is
especially helpful if you are dealing with fish that are line shy. Great
examples of these types of fish that migrate to the Northeast such as false
albacore, Atlantic Bonito and Spanish Mackeral. When these fish are headed
south, they tend to gorge on smaller bait-fish. This helps them survive the
long trek to warm water. These fish are gifted with keen site. If something
appears out of the ordinary, they will often pass up your bait, no matter how
carefully you have prepared it. This can be easily remedied by a fluorocarbon
leader.
The reason
that fluorocarbon is so effective is that it provides close to no light
refraction. The lighter the line, the less refraction. Fortunately the fish who
are the easiest to lure using a fluorocarbon lead mostly weigh in at less than
ten pounds, you can use a twenty pound fluorocarbon leader. If you've ever
fished with another angler who isn't using a fluro lead, you already know the
value of using them. The most effective leader length in this case is between
three and four feet. Anything more or less will not give the desired results.
If you
prefer braided lines, chances are that adding a monofilament leader can help
tremendously. Monofilament has much less visibility than braided line and
offers far more flexibility. A mono leader can help absorb the shock involved
with a fish determined to fight every step of the way. Anglers who prefer
graphite or fiberglass rods often find that a mono leader can help land that
oversized fish on a short line. Typically a four to five foot leader is ideal,
but the minimum should be three feet.
Depending on
your preferred catch various types of japan made leader are best. Often the
right leader can make the difference between a successful and productive day of
fishing and an empty fry pan in the evening. Don't let the wrong leader
material cause you to miss the fish of your lifetime.
Are you looking for the high quality leader
for fishing? Just visit our Catch A Barra fishing store to check out the different
and unique collection of shock leader for fishing. You can also learn from our
website to how to use the fishing leader.
