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Wire (Bite) Leader
A short trace of single-strand or cable wire that toothy fish can't cut. Loses some bites from wary fish but saves you from being sheared off.
When to use it
- King/Spanish mackerel
- Barracuda
- Sharks
- Toothy trolling
Strengths
- Bite-proof
- Thin single-strand is fairly stealthy
Weaknesses
- Kinks and spooks wary fish
- Needs haywire twist or crimps
Key facts
Best species: King mackerel, Spanish mackerel, barracuda, sharks
Common mistakes
- Kinking single strand (fails at the kink)
- Using wire when it isn't needed