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Old 12-25-2018, 08:00 PM
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Default Swivel for Fluoro Leader

Looking to run a fluoro leader from my braid to a swivel. Looking to use 6 lb test for the leader. What size of swivel should I look for? I'm buying them online, and don't know the sizes very well. Any help is appreciated!
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Old 12-26-2018, 08:11 AM
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I would just tie your fluorocarbon direct to your braided line unless you're using something that this really spinning under the water.
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Old 12-26-2018, 08:26 AM
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Old 12-26-2018, 09:31 AM
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Swivels can catch on your eyelets.
That FG knot Piker posted looks like a Keeper.
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Old 12-26-2018, 09:40 AM
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There's another knot I use I'm not sure what it's called though attaching fluorocarbon to braided line

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Old 12-26-2018, 09:41 AM
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This is the one I use trilene knot

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Old 12-26-2018, 10:21 AM
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Default nail knot favorite for me

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Old 12-26-2018, 10:47 AM
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These are all good knots but I think the trilene is the best one when you're out on the ice and you got to do it fairly quick, with no tools in my opinion.

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I use the Trilene knot and it's never failed me.
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Old 12-26-2018, 01:27 PM
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Probably a 6 , 8 or even 10 size swivel would work.
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Old 12-26-2018, 03:51 PM
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I just tie it directly together so I can reel it right up through my reel guides
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Old 12-26-2018, 09:06 PM
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I’d go for spro power swivels in a size 8. They are 3/8” long, tiny and have a 50 lb break strength. The #10 are the same size but are rated for 35lb so might as well just get the #8. They are crazy small, I love em.
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