What is tapered shock leader?

Tapered shock leaders are designed specifically for long range distance casting with big leads. PRODUCT INFORMATION. Tapered Leaders greatly reduce stretch and means that all the casting power is transmitted directly to the lead for greater distance.

How do you choose a shock leader?

Here’s a general rule of thumb to help you decide what size line to use for your shock leader: For every ounce of lead, use 10 lbs of shock leader. For example, if you’re using a 3 oz weight, use a 30 lb shock leader. If you’re using a 4 oz weight, use a 40 lb shock leader.

What is a shock leader?

A surf fishing shock leader is a heavy line extension (typically 80 lb monofilament) added to the main fishing line in order to absorb the massive stress you create when loading the rod. The shock leader should measure around 27-30 feet and be tied to the main line using a small solid knot.

How long should a shock leader be carp?

If using mono main line then I tend to use 30lb B/S shock leader that is long enough to go from around 6 feet from the top of my rod down to about 7 or 8 turns on the reel spool.

How long should a SPOD shock leader be?

18-20ft or measure it yourself, 3 wraps on the spool and the spod at spigot. I normally do the 4 turns 2. 18-20ft or measure it yourself, 3 wraps on the spool and the spod at spigot.

How do you install shock leader?

How to Tie the Shockleader Knot

Tie a simple overhand knot on the 50lb or 60lb leader line.
Put the end of the mainline through the overhand knot before it is pulled tight.
Wet the overhand knotwith saliva and pull it really tight.

How long should a tapered shock leader be?

A shock leader is a length of line strong enough to take this added pressure, that generally when casting runs from the rig top through the rod rings and then 6-10 turns around the reel spool, in general around 30ft in length is plenty.

Do you need a shock leader for Spodding?

Spod rods have a high test curve, e.g. 5.5lb, which means they have the ability to cope with the force of the cast and help to accurately propel your spomb to its chosen mark. Always use a shock leader when casting a spod or spomb, again to help reduce the chance of a crack off.

What is the best shock leader for Spodding?

Using a fine 20lb Spod braid coupled with a 50lb braided shock leader will give you the perfect set-up for safe spodding.

Why to use a shock leader?

Why should I use a shock leader? Mainly for safety, so that you do not break of during a power cast and cause damage or injure someone. Also reduce the loss of terminal tackle when fishing due to break offs during the cast and because the shock leader is what takes most of the ware from sand bars etc.

What is a shock leader knot?

The shock leader is just a piece of heavier fishing line that is tied to a smaller line and handles the weight of the sinker during the cast. The shock leader knot absorbs the load weight of a heavier sinker and allows you to throw safely with more force getting greater distance and accuracy with each cast.

What is a shock leader for surf fishing?

Shock Leader. One of the most important things to always use when fishing the surf with any weight 2 oz or better is a shock leader. A shock leader is a much heavier piece of line usually 40 to 60 lb test that you attach to your main line on your reel.