What Is The Best Knot For Shock Leader?

Form a simple overhand knot in your shockleader material. Push reel line through on same side of loop that leader exits. Tighten the loop in the leader all the way so it grips the reel line. Form a loop in the reel line and hold it against the shockleader. How long should you cast a … Read more

What Is A Shockleader?

Shock leaders aren’t your typical 1-2 feet of mono or fluorocarbon leader that you tie on right before your hook… They’re long lengths of heavier leader to help your line not break when you’re casting out heavy leads , as well as add a little extra protection against abrasion if you’re fishing rocky or shelly … Read more