Monofilament - rigs

Choosing Lines for Leaders

The lines we use to tie hooks are important for several reasons. First, they significantly influence how the rig performs, directly impacting the number of catches. Second, even if the rig has done its job and the fish is hooked, the line must withstand the fight until the fish is in the landing net. In addition to these two aspects, we should not overlook the ease or difficulty of working with that line, depending on its flexibility or stiffness. Moreover, if we are concerned about camouflaging the rig, we should keep in mind that the leader line is closest to the bait.

When it comes to tying hooks and rigs, we have a wide variety of lines available, with different diameters, colors, and materials: monofilaments, which are usually very stiff, textiles with or without a sheath, either stiffer or more flexible, and fluorocarbon lines. Why are there so many options? Considering the multitude of rigs used in carp fishing, it is natural to have an extensive range of lines, hooks, and accessories to create them. We could group leader lines into three main categories: flexible, rigid, and semi-rigid as a middle ground. These categories are defined by the type of line deemed most suitable for a particular rig.