How to tie shock leader

Sometimes, even a tiny nick or abrasions on your fishing line can cost you the catch of a lifetime, especially when casting heavy weights and lures.

Shock leader knot

Luckily, there is an easy solution to this problem – using shock leaders.

A shock leader line delivers better resistance and extra strength to your main fishing line, enhancing your surf fishing experience.

It absorbs the excess stress when casting and prevents line break-offs.

Protecting your main line with a shock leader is a good idea when fishing in windy conditions, strong currents, or violent waves (especially when using a 25-pound or less monofilament line).

Shock leaders are also of great help when surf fishing in an area with a rocky, highly-abrasive bottom.

Are you interested in learning more about using a shock leader and improving your surf fishing skills?

I bet you are! So, let’s start!

Shock Leader Defined

A shock leader, or a heaver, is a heavy line extension used mostly for surf fishing.

Its primary role is to absorb the immense stress of your heavy-loaded rod and prevent line

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