Leader
Monofilament leader
How to fish a monofilament leader for Spinning, Float Fishing, Feeder Fishing, Pole Fishing.
Characteristics
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Visibility
Medium
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Abrasion
Medium
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Stretch
High
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Sink rate
Slow
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Memory
High
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Habitats
Freshwater, Saltwater, Brackish
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Methods
Spinning, Float Fishing, Feeder Fishing, Pole Fishing
Tapered leader
Gradually decreasing diameter delivers flies smoothly and accurately to the fish.
Butt section
Thick heavy base section transfers casting energy effectively from the fly line.
What fish can you catch with a monofilament leader?
What is a monofilament leader used for?
A monofilament leader is a stretchy, cheap shock between main line and terminal tackle. It includes saltwater mono leaders.
How is a monofilament leader different from similar gear?
More stretch and visibility than fluorocarbon; easier knots. Not a heavy polymer bite leader and not a carp shock leader.
When should you use a monofilament leader?
Fish it for spinning, float fishing, and surfcasting when you want a forgiving joint or a cheap replaceable end.
What problems does a monofilament leader solve?
It takes the scrapes and the knot failures so you do not cut five metres off expensive braid every snag.
Monofilament leader size chart
Common sizes and ratings for this part of the kit.
- 0.2 mm 3.6 kg 60 cm
- 0.25 mm 5.5 kg 70 cm
- 0.3 mm 7.5 kg 80 cm
- 0.35 mm 10 kg 100 cm