02-19-2007, 03:01 PM
Make sure that you intergrate a quality ball bearing swivel into your leader if you're going to use a spoon. Alot of people don't, but it will help prevent line twist and give your spoon more action.
Also, use the smallest steel leader that you can. Stay away from single strand on lures, and use a high quality leader material. I believe that the Tiger leader tuben2 is refering to is the tieable titanium leader. If it's the same stuff I bought once before, it is some awesome stuff. The only thing is that you don't get much for the money. It's pretty high dollar. If the price is a little distasteful, don't be affraid to get a roll of seven strand, it'll work just as good. Make sure the crimps you get match the leader. You don't need a massive leader. Alot of times, i'll use a steel leader that either matches the lb test i'm using or just goes over 10 pounds or so. So, if i'm using 20 lb braid, i'm might only use a 30lb steel leader. The lighter the leader, the more action your lure will have. Also, the better chance of a strike. You can also tack on a strip of flourocarbon to your main line, and just use a 4 or 5 inch strip of steel leader to the lure if the fish start getting picky. Or, eleminate the steel leader all together and tie directly to the flourocarbon. [cool]
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Also, use the smallest steel leader that you can. Stay away from single strand on lures, and use a high quality leader material. I believe that the Tiger leader tuben2 is refering to is the tieable titanium leader. If it's the same stuff I bought once before, it is some awesome stuff. The only thing is that you don't get much for the money. It's pretty high dollar. If the price is a little distasteful, don't be affraid to get a roll of seven strand, it'll work just as good. Make sure the crimps you get match the leader. You don't need a massive leader. Alot of times, i'll use a steel leader that either matches the lb test i'm using or just goes over 10 pounds or so. So, if i'm using 20 lb braid, i'm might only use a 30lb steel leader. The lighter the leader, the more action your lure will have. Also, the better chance of a strike. You can also tack on a strip of flourocarbon to your main line, and just use a 4 or 5 inch strip of steel leader to the lure if the fish start getting picky. Or, eleminate the steel leader all together and tie directly to the flourocarbon. [cool]
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