Big Kev wrote:If you use sliding stop knots instead of crimps you can easily alter things....i tie my sliders pretty tight so they can be moved if you want but still stay in place when casting....they are never as secure once they`ve been moved so i just add another right next to the original for extra security.
Agree, this is what I do as well. I hate crimps and don't use them except for tope/conger rigs.
Its only way (well cept for SRT's) to compensate as line stretches during use without weakening the line.
Additionally, if original stop knot becomes too loose, takes 30 seconds to tie a second stop knot to stick behind it, just using whatever 15-20lb line you got in your kit - doesn't need to be a power gum.
edit* Doh, didnt spot that Kev had already suggested that, oh well, reinforcement to the idea.
Finally, if you're hook lengths are getting worn, i'd advise going to 20-30lb hook lengths for winter fishing - absolutely no point using anything lighter when clean ground fishing - much fewer tangles, easier to untangle if you do get a knot and much more abrasion resistant.
If you want a rotten bottom then 30lb straight through, with 20-25lb leaders tied with a weaker knot, such as a blood.
Make a difference - take home 1 piece of someone's angling litter next time you are out fishing.
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