Metal leaders overview: Rigs

For pike-risk swimbaits, jerkbaits or spoons, choose a leader that preserves the intended action. Bass as the target species does not exclude other toothy fish in the water.

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Metal leaders overview

Both primarily address bite-offs. Steel comes in single-strand, multi-strand and coated versions. Titanium leaders also vary in alloy and construction, including nickel-titanium products. Hardware matters as much as the material label.

  1. Steel and titanium alloy
  2. Kinks and service life
  3. Size and lure action
  4. Water and conditions
  5. Rigs
  6. Connections and care

Metal leaders overview