Furled leaders

[SoldierPmr]

I've just discovered the world of home made mono furled leaders. As I was bored tonight I though I'd look into them a little and came across how to hand make them with out tools using mono. Just playing with them in the house I can see a huge benefit compared to my usuall straight through floro or home made tapered leaders. Any one else use these?

[JimJams]

Think Fred had a post up about these recently!

[JimJams]

http://www.wildfisher.co.uk/smf/index.php?topic=23304.0

Have a gander

[Wildfisher]

Yes I settled on the type made from uni thread, 5 feet,  with a loop at one end and a tippet right at the other. I find them very versatile and with that set up I can change tactics very quickly. I also used them in NZ, but I think a tapered  mono leader might be better there for nymph fishing when a very long leader is often needed.

Can't see past them at the moment. I use this guy,  the ones he makes are inexpensive and well made

http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/loopyleader?_trksid=p2047675.l2559

[SoldierPmr]

Cheers Jim I knew there would be one some where I did have a quick scan but I missed it. I've made four up tonight they take about 4 minutes each todo using 12lb mono they turn over really easily. Looking forward to sticking one on my 6ft bit of ash :lol:

[Wildfisher]

Another endorsement for Loopy Leaders ...

Denis is very good Liam. Great service and a good product. 

[Bobfly]

Fred,
Do you put Mucillin on the leaders? I usually do, but not always.

[SoldierPmr]

Here are last nights first attempts.
Proberely cost about 5p to make each.
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[Wildfisher]

Do you put Mucillin on the leaders?

Yes, always.

[bibio1]

Likewise,   I even soak them for a wee while in silicon dressing prior to use so that they are completely immersed.

Cheers

Paul