ConclusionĪlthough there’s not an exact science for the ideal leader length, I typically use leaders between 13″ – 26″.Ĭheck out this article for detailed information about how to make the most effective leader assembly for catching redfish, seatrout, flounder, and snook with artificial lures (best knots, leader material, leader strength, etc). I’ll do this until I get to about 13″, then I’ll tie on a new leader about 26″ again. I typically start with a leader about 26″.Īs I catch fish throughout the day, sometimes to part closest to the hook will get frayed, so I’ll snip off an inch or two and retie. Scenarios where I like to have a shorter leader: As more line is out of the rod tip before you make a cast, it’s more dangerous for other people in the boat, so shorter leaders are safer.If you’re using thick leader, there’s a greater chance fish will feel a longer leader than a shorter leader with their lateral line.It’s bad for knots to go through guides (weakens the knot and makes you susceptible to wind knots) and shorter leaders make it so you don’t have a lot of extra line hanging out of your rod tip. When I’m live bait fishing and sometimes when finesse fishing with soft plastics.Scenarios where I like to have a longer leader: It keeps your braid (which is easier for fish to see) farther away from the lure.
When landing fish, a monofilament leader is easier to grab than braid, so a longer leader makes it easier to bring fish into the boat.Monofilament and fluorocarbon are more abrasion-resistant than braid line, so the longer your leader is, the more abrasion-resistant your line assembly is.Click here to join the Salt Strong Insider Clubīefore we get into this, know that these aren’t very strict guidelines and a lot of it has to do with personal preference.
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