Leaders for big jerkbaits
mbani
Posted 2/16/2010 8:04 PM (#424133)
Subject: Leaders for big jerkbaits




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I ordered up a 12" phantom for the MN show and picked up a big Bobbie. What leaders work best for big jerkbaits. I'm guessing the 10" normal jerkbait leaders won't cut it for these. Thanks.

Matt
CASTING55
Posted 2/16/2010 8:15 PM (#424139 - in reply to #424133)
Subject: RE: Leaders for big jerkbaits




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Location: N.FIB
I was suprised how big that lure was,I`d say chain leader would work,gotta protect your investment.
Pearson_Plugs
Posted 2/16/2010 8:28 PM (#424149 - in reply to #424133)
Subject: Re: Leaders for big jerkbaits





Location: Ohio
I use 235lb. single strand custom made leaders at least as long as the bait you are using, and a single strand will give the bait the very best action it can have.
bassinbob84
Posted 2/16/2010 8:29 PM (#424150 - in reply to #424133)
Subject: Re: Leaders for big jerkbaits




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Location: In a shack in the woods
I'd just use my stealth flouro leaders. It's 14" and holds up to casting pounders. I don't know why it wouldn't work on a 12" phantom. I use them on the smaller phantoms with no problems
Mackerel
Posted 2/16/2010 8:29 PM (#424151 - in reply to #424133)
Subject: Re: Leaders for big jerkbaits




Posts: 81


Location: Toronto, Ontario
I think the a "normal" 10" 174# jerkbait leader would work fine but you could possibly go with a heavier gauge wire.