Question(s) on using braid for Muttons
I haven't used braid much but am thinking about switching to it for mutton fishing in the Tortugas and have several questions. I'm assuming a standard fish finding rig with a sliding weight on the main line.
1. What lb braid to use?
2. Is a shock leader needed from the braid to swivel or just straight braid to swivel? If so, what lb shock leader based on what lb braid?
3. What lb mono leader after the swivel?
Thanks, hope these questions make sense. Any additional advice would be appreciated
1. What lb braid to use?
2. Is a shock leader needed from the braid to swivel or just straight braid to swivel? If so, what lb shock leader based on what lb braid?
3. What lb mono leader after the swivel?
Thanks, hope these questions make sense. Any additional advice would be appreciated
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This, and if your planning on going on a charter, there are some that won't allow braid on the boat.
If you do decide to use braid, start with about 12' of leader, more on cleaner and clear days. The smallest leader size you can get away with, the heaviest I've used is 40# but usually go with 25-30# especially if on the patch reefs in shallower water. You may be able to get away with larger in the some areas of the Tugas :shrug
Hammer
What he said.
Rob
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