braid as leader with mono backing
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seanie35
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braid as leader with mono backing
just wondering has anyone tryed braid as a leader with mono backing surely with its thinner diameter it would be better and go cleaner through the guides but then also im probably wrong answers on a postcard please
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Re: braid as leader with mono backing
There would be no give in it and it means casting with a risk to cutting those delicate fingers of yours.
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Re: braid as leader with mono backing
see i knew there would be a reason, i will sleep tonight 
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Re: braid as leader with mono backing
Think you are right. The reason for the strong mono leader is to act as shock absorber if the cast goes wrong. Try a tapered leader if worried about line diameter? They are around 15lb at end tied to the main line and gets thicker up to 60-70lb at end tied to your rig.