Fluorocarbon leaders, simply stated are the BEST for *almost* every application.
They a provide strong, virtually invisible leader withstanding abrasion and have the added benefit of being low stretch.
Keep in mind fluorocarbon line versus fluorocarbon leader are two different products with distinct properties. The leader material is stiffer and less supple, but provides far superior abrasion (bite through) protection.
It is sold in 25-30 yard rolls and costs about a $1 a yard. Much more expensive than simple fluorocarbon line.
I use fluorocarbon leader material for catching pike and lakers and have had zero failures. I have, however, noticed a remarkable increase in bites, particularly when the fish are in a neutral or negative mood.
For toothy critter like pike, who can slice through mono-filament or braid easily, I run a 80 lb fluorocarbon leader with a swivel on one end and a swivel snap on the other.
All my main lines, on most of my rods are braid, and I leave a strong, high quality, swivel snap (coast lock style) attached to them.
I have an assortment of fluoro leaders based on the intended application and they quicky get changed over if needed.
For Walleye, I run a 30lb fluorocarbon leader, about 24"- 36" in length, with a swivel on the top (so it attaches to my rod main line) and run a smaller, but high strength, high quality, swivel snap to the bottom where I attach my jig head, lure, or crank.
That way, if a pike comes along, I'm still safe and I get to keep my lure or jig AND I have a almost invisible, high strength connection at the bottom of my line.
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