Jim Burbank wrote:
I've been looking through all the new catalogs and thinking about my leader/tippet set up. In particular I've been looking at the frogs hair brand. What are the groups thoughts and opinions on this subject? Have you used frogs hair? And if so what is your take on this brand? do you have a brand that you prefer or like me just what the pocket book allows?
Hi Jim,
Man, it's catalog time, isn't it?! I didn't realize I was on so many people's mailing list. *g*
I have not used Frog's Hair for budgetary reasons, but for dry fly fishing, they have just introduced a leader that I will buy. They are now making George Harvey formula leaders! I used to take the time to tie these things, and they perform beautifully to minimize drag in stream and river fishing. That plus Frog Hair's stretchy quality would make for an interesting leader.
I generally use a cheap butt section tapered leader then tie good tippet from about 2X-3X downward in diameter in two or three steps to whatever terminal size I am using.
My favorite tippet for the very last section is Orvis Mirage...very strong for its diameter compared to competing tippet material. A friend got me a 100 meter spool of 4X last season at wholesale, and sad to say, I've gone through it all!
Just one guy's preferences...
Yours, Wes Wada Bend, Oregon
"I believe Klingons and warp speed are involved."
