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YAMATOYO · Leader Material
YAMATOYO Fluorocarbon Shock Leader, 1.2 Number, 5 lb, 30 m
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- Item weight
- 0.01 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 4.06 x 3.19 x 0.39 inches
Quick take
A clear fluorocarbon leader for jigging and light saltwater applications with minimal visibility.
This is a clear single-strand fluorocarbon leader from YAMATOYO, spooled with 98.4 feet (30 m) of line. The 5 lb class, sold as No. 1.2, suits light leader work where a low-visibility tippet matters. Anglers who tie light-line rigs, such as ajing and mebaru setups, can add it between a main line and the terminal tackle.
Best for
- Light saltwater jigging for mackerel and squid
- Connecting braided mainline to soft lures
- Clear-water presentations where stealth matters
Skip if
- You fish murky water where leader visibility is less critical
- You need shock leaders for heavy-cover freshwater fishing
Strengths
- Fluorocarbon nearly invisible in clear saltwater
- 5 lb strength adequate for small-lure presentations
- High abrasion resistance from rocks and structure
Trade-offs
- 5 lb strength limits target size
- Fluorocarbon sinks, which affects lure depth
- Thinner diameter requires secure knots to mainline
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fluorocarbon leader |
|---|---|
| Material | Fluorocarbon |
| Length | 98.4 ft (30 m) |
| Size | No. 1.2 |
| Breaking strength | 5 lb |
| Diameter | 0.08 in (0.205 mm) |
| Color | Clear |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 0.6 / 2 Lb, 0.8 / 3 Lb | Light line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear. |
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| No. 1.5 / 6 Lbs, 1.75 / 7 Lb, No. 2.5 / 10 Lb | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| No. 10 / 35 Lb, No. 18 / 60 Lb, No. 20 / 70 Lb, No. 22 / 80 Lb | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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