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Can you use a regular fishing line for a fly leader?

Regular fly fishing line can certainly be used for a fly leader, but the preference is to use tapered leaders. As the leader is used as a barrier between your fly line and fly, there is no real difference between fly fishing line and regular fishing line other than the taper.

How to tie on a fly fishing leader?

In order to tie on a fly fishing leader, you need to make a loop and pass it through an eyelet. Form an overhand knot on the eyelet. Then extend the loop and pass the lure/hook through it. Lastly, close the knot by pulling the tag and lure/hook in opposite directions. Moisten the line and knot then pull very tight. Trim the tag whenever it is complete.

What are fishing leaders used for?

Fishing leaders attach to a heavier fly line and allow the fly to be cast at a distance without scaring the fish by 'slapping' onto the water, and without it being seen. As it is generally almost as thick as a regular line at the top but bigger down the bottom, it also allows for greater presentation to the water.

Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned fisherman, it is a well-known fact that fly fishing is all about presentation — inconspicuously luring in a fish with a fly that looks good enough to eat. This is where fly fishing leaders and tippets can change the game.

The role of fly fishing tippets and leaders in fly fishing

While your regular fly line can be brightly coloured so the angler can see it in most conditions, the fly fishing leader line and tippet connect the fly line to the fly and need to be transparent and more durable — so as not to scare away any fish, allow the fly to float more naturally and ensure the fish you catch remains attached to the longer fishing line.

Explore our range of fly fishing leader line and tippets

If you are looking for a way to better entice fish to bite and keep your catches strongly attached to your fishing line, look no further than a reliable fly fishing leader and tippet combination from Trout Flies. With world-class tippet spools in varying diameters, materials, brands and weights, you’ll have complete control over your fishing in all types of situations. For most trout-fishing situations, our 4X-6X tippet will do but for warm water fishing, our thicker tippet (from 0X to 3X) is recommended.

When it comes to choosing your fly fishing leader line at Trout Flies, you are truly spoilt for choice. From tapered leaders to flat-butt leaders, furled leaders and more, carefully match your fly fishing leader to your chosen tippet for the best results.

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As Australia’s leading online store for fly fishers, you can trust that our products and equipment are of the highest quality and count on us for the most competitive prices. Shop for fly fishing leader line and tippets online today and enjoy convenient, speedy nationwide shipping.

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