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VARIVAS · Fluorocarbon Line
Varivas Shock Leader Fluorocarbon, 12 lb, 30 m
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- Item weight
- 12 pounds
- Product dimensions
- 12.91 x 4.61 x 1.02 inches
Quick take
A 12 lb test fluorocarbon leader with low-stretch, ultra-high sensitivity coating for lure control in all game fishing.
This is a 12 lb fluorocarbon shock leader from Varivas, wound parallel on a 30 meter spool in a natural clear color. The line measures about 0.011 inch across and is made in Japan. It suits anglers who want a clear, low-stretch leader to tie between their main line and a lure or fly.
Best for
- Saltwater game fishing where abrasion resistance matters
- Leaders where sensitivity to light strikes is important
- Jigging and trolling applications
Skip if
- You need heavy shockleader for massive fish
- You fish where visible line is not a concern
Strengths
- Fluorocarbon is nearly invisible underwater
- Parallel winding lays the line neatly on reels
- NON coating gives low-stretch and high sensitivity
Trade-offs
- Fluorocarbon is stiffer than mono and harder to tie
- 12 lb test is relatively light for heavy cover
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
Specifications
| Type | fluorocarbon leader |
|---|---|
| Test | 12 lb |
| Length | 30 m |
| Material | Polyvinylidene fluoride |
| Winding | Parallel |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 10lb. (#2.5) | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 12lb. (#3), 16lb. (#4), 20lb. (#5), 22lb. (#6)This one | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 25lb. (#7), 30lb. (#8), 35lb. (#10), 40lb. (#12), 50lb. (#14), 60lb. (#18), 70lb. (#20), 80lb. (#22), 100lb. (#30), 130lb. (#40) | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Facts
| Color | Natural Clear |
|---|---|
| Color family | Translucent |
| Line test | 12 lb |
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