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 Post subject: steelhead leaders
PostPosted: Tue Nov 23, 2010 11:01 pm 
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what do you guys run for steelhead leaders, length wise?


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 Post subject: Re: steelhead leaders
PostPosted: Tue Nov 23, 2010 11:31 pm 
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Depends on gear, conditions but normally about 12-18 inch.


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 Post subject: Re: steelhead leaders
PostPosted: Wed Nov 24, 2010 7:51 am 
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Like Kelly said, it depends on the conditions. High water I usually go 18" , low water 18-36". What I'm using also decides how long the leader will be.


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 Post subject: Re: steelhead leaders
PostPosted: Wed Nov 24, 2010 11:59 am 
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I generally use 18"-24". Will go longer and lighter if the water is clear. I don't like them too long as casting becomes a little more of a problem.


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 Post subject: Re: steelhead leaders
PostPosted: Sat Nov 27, 2010 10:20 am 
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18" to 36" is the rule of thumb I generally use. When the water is low and clear I use less weight and longer leaders. When the water is murky i use shorter leaders. Remember if you can see the fish they can see you.


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