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Toray Smooth Lock Plus Shock Leader, 4 lb, 45m, Natural
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A fluorocarbon shock leader material in 5 lb test that is less visible to fish while protecting the main line.
Best for
- Creating bite-resistant leaders for spinning and baitcasting
- Saltwater and freshwater applications where leader visibility matters
- Anglers who tie their own terminal tackle
Skip if
- You use braided line that doesn't require a leader
- You prefer monofilament for knot strength
Strengths
- Fluorocarbon is nearly invisible underwater compared to mono
- Shock leader construction tolerates knots and abrasion from rocks
- Works well with both mono and braided main lines
Trade-offs
- Shorter length (14.2 ft) requires careful knot sizing
- Fluorocarbon is stiffer and harder to manage than monofilament
- Less forgiving when tying leader knots compared to mono
Fishing fit
- Skill level
- Intermediate
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
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| 45m-3lb (0.6), 45m-4lb (0.8), 45m-5lb (1)This one | Light line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear. |
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| 45m-6lb (1.2), 45m-7lb (1.5), 45m-8lb (1.7), 45m-10lb (2) | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 45m-12lb (2.5), 45m-14lb (Size 3), 45m-16lb (3.5), 45m-18lb (4), 45m-22lb (No. 5) | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 35m-25lb (No. 6), 35m-28lb (No. 7), 35m-32lb (8), 35m-38lb (10) | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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