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razor-gang proof bite leaders
Brandon Khoo:
After getting our butts well and truly spanked by the sharks and other members of the razor gang on my latest trip, I've been trying to think of a more resilient bite leader material. There is always the option of using wire but I don't particularly like using wire if I can help it. Currently, I tie on a bite segment of kevlar but while this provides some protection, it isn't enough against a clean bite. I suppose zylon is an option but I haven't used this in years and its expensive as the devil. It's also hard to knot as its very stiff.
Any other suggestions? I can't think of too much else other than to use wire
Mark Harris:
I have thought about using Zylon as well. Is it hollow and therefore suitable to use as sleeve over a mono shock leader Brandon? The stuff is bloody expensive for sure.
I can't imagine popping with wire......
Brandon Khoo:
Hi Mark
I got a roll of it in size 40 in front of me. Bloody hell, I think I just ruined a pairs of my split rings pliers trying to cut through the damn stuff! It's so hard to cut. It's hollow so can definitely be used as a sleeve if you get it in the right gauge. I don't like using wire either but desperate times call for desperate measures :o
Mark Harris:
Hah! Sorry if you bust a lovely tungsten cutter on my behalf Brandon 8). That is though sure testament to the razor resistance of the stuff.
I might just get my hands on some Zylon and play around with it.
Brandon Khoo:
I think I need about size 80 to be able to pass 170lb leader through the middle
Aarrggh, its expensive as the devil :o
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