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For eel leaders I use 30# for sandy beaches and normally 50# for rocky areas. I only go to fluoro for daylight fishing and than it is only when conditions are real calm. Normally use either Ande or Big Game leader material. Usually keep eel leaders at 3' with a 130# spro on one end and a Eagle Claw L2004ELFS circle hook on the other, using polomar knots.
For plug leaders 130# spro with a coastlock snap #33 or 34 on the other end unless I'm going to tie direct. Normally use a snap when fishing nights and direct tie during the day. If it's a plug that you reel in fast or on the surface, like a pencil popper I use a snap during the day. Makes life easier. If the leader is for direct tie I start with a 5 or 6foot leader and replace it when it's down to less than 3'. For leaders with snaps either 3' or 5', depends on if I need the extra length to grab the leader when landing the fish. When I do use a shock leader on it is also when I need the extra length for controlling the fish. Don't want to be grabing enev 50# braid if you can help it.
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