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Seaguar · Fluorocarbon Line
Seaguar STS Fluorocarbon Leader, 15 lb, 100 yd, Clear
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- Item weight
- 2.4 Ounces
Quick take
A 100 yd 4 lb fluorocarbon leader that sinks fast and resists abrasion in rocky streams.
Best for
- Finicky trout in clear water
- Salmon and steelhead on leader systems
- Streams with rocky structure and snags
Skip if
- You need leader stretch; fluorocarbon is stiff
- You want economy line for practice
Strengths
- Nearly invisible underwater due to low refractive index
- Smaller diameter than mono sinks faster to the strike zone
- Excellent abrasion resistance against rocks and rough cover
Trade-offs
- Fluorocarbon is stiffer and less forgiving than monofilament
- Tight knots required; fluorocarbon is slippery to knot
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Salmon & steelhead
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 4lbs/100yds | Light line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear. |
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| 6lbs/100yds, 8lbs/100yds, 10lbs/100yds | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 12lbs/100yds, 15lbs/100yds, 17lbs/100ydsThis one | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Seaguar STS Fluorocarbon Leader, 100 yd, 4 lb Test | Color:Clear | Suits:— |
| Seaguar STS Fluorocarbon Leader, 15 lb, 100 yd, Clear | Color:Clear | Suits:— |
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