Jump to content
  • GUESTS

    If you want access to members only forums on HSO, you will gain access only when you Sign-in or Sign-Up .

    This box will disappear once you are signed in as a member. ?

line to leader question?


rkhinrichs

Recommended Posts

all right well i like to use leaders when im lake trout or walleye fishing. my main line is normally braided line or mono. to attach the two lines do you use a swivel or just line to line knot? then to attach your lure do you use a snap?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

smile Both?

I will use a swivel for my walleye spinners and crawler harnesses, as the blades typically cause too much line twist for my liking without a swivel. So I have my braided main line, a swivel, then a 4-10 foot fluro leader, depending on the lake/day.

Otherwise I use a uni-uni knot connection for my leader to mainline

For the terminal connection, I always tie direct to my lure. For my crankbaits, I use a small split ring attached to the nose of the lure, and tie a uni knot to that for my terminal connection.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

smile Both?

I will use a swivel for my walleye spinners and crawler harnesses, as the blades typically cause too much line twist for my liking without a swivel. So I have my braided main line, a swivel, then a 4-10 foot fluro leader, depending on the lake/day.

Otherwise I use a uni-uni knot connection for my leader to mainline

For the terminal connection, I always tie direct to my lure. For my crankbaits, I use a small split ring attached to the nose of the lure, and tie a uni knot to that for my terminal connection.

+1, except I use a crankbait snap (no swivel) for my crankbaits. Tie direct for most everything else (palomar)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

all right well i like to use leaders when im lake trout or walleye fishing. my main line is normally braided line or mono. to attach the two lines do you use a swivel or just line to line knot? then to attach your lure do you use a snap?

Uni-Uni knot, then i generally use a quick snap.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

here are my setups for bass and pike, using 30lb+ braided main line with 20lb+ fluoro for bite protection from esox and a bit of line invisibility near the lure.

Option 1:

When to use -> when using inline spinners some/all of the time

What to do -> braided main line to barrel swivel to 20lb or heavier fluorocarbon to snap/snap swivel

Why I use -> with a barrel swivel and snap swivel, line twist by spinning is minimized. I also keep this rig set up if I want to switch lures often. I'm more likely to use lures that are more mechanical on this setup than life-imitating.

Option 2:

When to use -> when using lures and not using inline spinners

What to do -> braided main line to 20lb+ fluoro via back to back uni knots, uni knot w/a loop (not fully snug to the lure eye) the fluoro to attach a lures.

Why I use -> Less tackle gives lures a more natural action IMO. Directly tying lures to the leader with a uni knot lets me leave a loop at the connection point, which gives cranks and jerkbaits a wider action.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Uni-Uni flat out works. When connecting a big diameter line to a small diameter line, (Like 4# fireline to 10# mono) Use 5-7 loops on the mono and 8-10 loops on very small diameter line 4# fireline.

Generally its 7 loops and i'm tying 8 or 10 # PP to 10# Flouro.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

If I'm trolling spinners I use a snapswivel tired to the braid with a palomar knot.

My spinners are tied with barrel swivel. Having the two swivels I don't get line twist.

If I'm trolling cranks I'll use a barrel swivel with palomar knot to connect the braid and mono leader.

I may or may not tie direct to the crank or use a small cross lock.

For trolling the Great lakes all rods are rigged with a snap swivel.

All leaders are pre-tied with a barrel swivel, 6' leaders and a cross lock.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now ↓↓↓ or ask your question and then register. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Restore formatting

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.



×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.