The Purpose Of Leader Lines 

I knew nothing about leader lines and never used them and saw no purpose but you have explained 2 different scenarios which make absolute sense and perfect logic. Thanks

I know you made this video sround 8 years ago but thank you im new getting into catfishing and you can't imagine how much this helped me

4 years down the road and still helping new fisherman! Thank you!!

been here since 400 subs. i love your tips and tricks! 22 years old, so i still have a lot to learn, and youre the best teacher a guy could ask for!!!

I’m from the pacific. I am new to this type of fishing, never used a rod. I’ve always dived for my fish. This is all new to me. This is a very good start to my learning. Thank you

I’m from El Paso I’ve caught only one fish in my life didn’t take it serious until recently but didn’t know much I did the Kentucky rig like he showed in another video I had catfish on my line all day got 9 of them in a day wtf!!! Thanks

Your Quick Tips are nice -- easy to understand and useful! This all applies for a lot more than catfish, too!

this is the best catfish channel ever love the vids

Well this rod worked just as I hoped it would ru-vid.comUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend After reading some reviews I worried that the tip would break on this 8'6'' ultralite rod. I use it to target crappie but also end up getting larger species from time to time. Took it fishing this weekend for the first time and it performed flawlessly. The rod is rated for up to 6 lb test line so I set the drag on my reel to about 5 lbs. That's plenty to winch in crappie and more than enough to wear out larger fish. The largest fish I caught was about a seven pound alligator gar that was fun to bring in with such light tackle. Never felt like the rod was overly stressed. I think that if you set the drag to a reasonable amount beforehand and dont raise it while you are fishing, you should not have any problems breaking this rod and have fun treating large bass like line burning tuna

❤❤❤7 years already still helping 😊🔥🔥🔥🔥

Thankfully, I used the same logic to tie my leader line. You guys really rock giving all the tech details.

dude thanks for your video I got a whole new way to go fishing I used go fishing as a kid at Lake Machado in Los Angeles there was blue hill or crappie and cat fish I'm buying my stuff again and your video helped out about the leader makes sense..thanks

FINALLY!!!! A good, concise and easy to understand explanation. I've just recently started using leader lines and lo and behold I've been doing it ALL wrong lol. Thank you very much. Just one problem with leader lines, but it's the same with fishing in general. Saving the weight, bead and leader you lose the hook which is kind of, at times, the most expensive of the whole setup. But oh well, I like the idea :D

Out of all the videos I've watched for this, I definitely think this is the one I most understood and made sense. Thanks bro🤙🏾 From New Zealand

Thanks for the straight to the point information. Exactly what I was looking for!

Excellent video and tips. This info is exactly what I've been needing. Thanks for sharing.

Good info Kris. The same is done in fly fishing with a team of flies. The flies bellow, are tied on dropper lines that are thinner so you don't lose your entire rig if you do snag.

Best explanation ever, now I know why I need this chunk of line I’ve been using for more than 3 years)

great info, will be using this set up alot more here in waco tx. keep up the fantastic video's, have watched your video's for awhile.

I had no idea why people used this . Thanks for explaining in a way I understand now!!

Hfs your set up is sick dude that’s big game fishing and I’m over here catching 4lb bass thanks you for the advice mate , happy fishing !

I was always wondering why would one use a heavier leader to lighter main line and your video helped me understand that and I guess it makes sense. Thanks for sharing.

Sounds perfectly reasonable to me. Good explanation my man.

this makes perfect sense. I've fished with guys who use bigger leader on spots prone to get snagged

I fish saltwater and use 20lb mono mainline with 50lb mono leader line on a carolina rig for big drum and stripers. Also we put shockleaders inbetween, like either a 30/40lb mono fishing line piece about 10 to 15 feet long to protect the line during casting and from chafing on the weights. You should mention that dedicated leader line is much larger diameter and more resistant than typical fishing line.

Excellent explanation, direct and clear. Thank you

I'm in Texas and been fishing for years but until now I have never understood why use a leader I never had used 1 thanks for your help and teaching me about it!

good job! I realize that your page is mainly about catfish, but I would like to mention that when fishing around pilings, branches, submerged trees, etc. people sometimes use a long leader of extra heavy/abrasion resistant line in case the hooked fish decides to swim in and around multiple different obsticles you can still have a chance at reeling him in. People will often use very light/fine leaders for sensitive/spooky fish like native/wild trout and salmon. The idea is that the lighter line is harder for the fish to see. This is a standard practice and one of the most common uses for a leader line. There are also leaders made of steel for fish that have gnarly grills - like sharks.\ Fly fishing is an entirely different realm where lines can float or sink, leaders are tapered and tippets are even finer leaders for the leader you've already got. Fly fishing has a significant learning curve to become proficient, however I have caught more trout on fly-gear in a few years than I have by using spinners and spoons in my entire lifetime. I wouldn't bring my fly-tackle to a lake though, only moving water.

Thanks man now i fully understand. Love the videos keep up the good work

Thank you! This is so informative, I can't believe it took me this long to understand the point of a leader. Can you please post a video about how to use the drag? When you let it go, versus pull the fish in? I think this would make a great basics fishing series, just an idea.

Thanks for the easy to follow tip. Im new to fishing and other videos are so complicated. Awesome!!!

Was trying to figure out what to make my Carolina rig with for flounder. Thanks bud.

dig your videos man. shout out from Defiance, Ohio

Great video enjoy watching it! You good information about leader line I learn more about then know.Good teacher! Keep the videos coming and keep catch the big cats.

Thank you so much for your help! You explained this so well!!!

Thank you for making it so easy to understand.

Very good tips and very true. You helped me become a more knowledgeable angler with leaders.

Finally thanks man. I was right about about the first scenario u explained and was curious as to why the leaders was stronger then the main line .Now I know thanks bro.✌🏻🎣

Thanks for a clear video! Great teacher.

Mate I had no idea what a leader line was and to be honest I knew I’d get laughed at if I asked my mates, thanks for sharing your knowledge and helping me avoid the ridicule

I appreciate your amazing explanations.Thank you.

that is a very good tip I always wanted to know abot the leader line good video and congrats on your channel I would like to meet you some day bro I am from levelland tx love your videos

thank you for the perspective.

Very good explanation. Thank you!

thanks for the information

Thank you for this!! & that's a badass shirt I'm gonna order one

I am a newbie thankyou ❤ I finally understand the leader line

love it im a new sub just because u r easy to understand and u explain it so well love from new zealand bro

Never really understood a leader but with your video its brilliant

Basically what it boils down to is if your willing to risk your weight and swivel...especially the weight cause them bigger 4oz and larger no roll sinkers are pretty pricey. Its bad enough losing a large circle hook let alone the weight etc to. Thanks for the info Chris! Love your channel brother!!!

This is so helpful! Thank you!!!!

Thanks for your info Muddyriver, it is much appreciated!

Good video. Great points.

Thank you! This makes more sense now 👌

Thanks for that information! I fish under a bridge and get snagged a lot! Now I know how too lose the hook but not my whole setup. 👍

Well done. And you can also put a “break point” anywhere in the chain you want with a short piece of light line. The point is: you should KNOW where your line is going to part.

Hey buddy. I got a tip for you from the carp side. You can go with your first scenario all the time if you use a carp style hook link aka leader. These leaders are braid that is coated with a thick rubber. I use them for my flat fishing here in Arizona. That way you can always go half your mainline strength. Also you can add a carp style safety set up to to drop your weight if you get snagged. I’ve been using carping tactics for flats and it does wonder. Your friend Jess Arizona carp anglers

Thank you! Very helpful.

This was a very good and informative video thank you very much

We’re are u at?? Great vids man!! New to fishing and it’s been a lot of good tips

very well explained!

Thank you Brother....perfectly explained

Very informative. Thx so much.

couldn't say much better perfectly explained

thanks for the clear explanation!

Thanks for the great info!!

Great explaining I’m happy now 👍

Now I understand it all. Thank you.

I just learned a lot! Thanks!

Great video! Simple and legit.

Perfectly explained 👊🏻👌🏼 🇬🇧

Good Video way to break it down man.. Thanks

Awesome brotha love ur videos man

very interesting, thanks for the info.

Somebody has been to the Steve Douglas school of rigging...LOL Same set up I use 65 lb braid and 50 Lb mono...In most cases...Good info..

Thank you for this man

Thank you, sir! I could NOT figure out why anyone uses leader.

Thanks Kris

Very well explained

Now that made sense gracias amigo!

This was helpful. I just made the switch to braided line on my spin reel. Well actually my old man bought me a new Abu Garcia as a gift and told me I was only allowed to use braided line on it hahaha.

Good information thank you!

I use a 65 lbs steel 12 inch leader with the same setup it was made for musky but works good for catfish as well and just incase you get something with teeth it doesn't bite through your line

Good info like always however what if the weight is the one that is stuck?

Great explanation

That's a great tip.

My target fish is about 25 to 45 lbs tuna, I use 65 lbs topline braided and 50 lbs mono mainline I use 65 lbs topline because 40 lbs fish become heavier during the drag as becoming closer to you when you reel up. In my own experience I guess thats the most safest way to do to avoid your line snapped.

por fin entendi de ke se tratava esto gracias kris estaremos al pendiente

Great video

Thanks Boston Rob

Excellent thanks

Appreciate the video just starting out makes sense I get it thank

Thank you! Trying to learn for my son- 10year old future pro 😅

Good Tips !

Thank you!

Thank you brother

your so right

Great video new to this channel but I think I'm gonna subscribe 👍

Thank you bro!!!

Just Perfect !!! No more to say .