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Leader Eater

Leader Eater

  • Posted on: April 1, 2019 March 23, 2019
  • Author: Julian Tapping
  • Categories: Fly Fishing, Tackle Tips
  • Tags: fly fishing tackle, leaders, tapered leaders, tippet

A common mistake that many anglers make when using tapered leaders is tying the fly directly to the leader. Every time you change your fly, your tapered leader gets a little bit shorter… and thicker.[...] Read More » “Leader Eater”

Knots, Leaders and Tippets

  • Posted on: July 26, 2018 September 29, 2023
  • Author: Julian Tapping
  • Categories: Tackle Tips
  • Tags: fly fishing tackle, fly line, knots, leaders, tippet

Any fly fisher worth their salt should already know these but they’re still useful to know if you’re a seasoned pro or a rank amateur. Most of these knots are from Grog’s Animated Knots.[...] Read More » “Knots, Leaders and Tippets”

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