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Shock Leaders

A shock leader is a stronger length of line tied to the end of the main line to absorb the force of a heavy cast. In this group you will find monofilament shock leaders, braided shock leaders and tapered leaders. A leader makes long casting safer and also protects your line over rough ground.

Mikado Tapered Leader 12m - Shock Leaders - 5900637159940 - 1
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Mikado Tapered Leader 12m

Shock leader
Mikado Tapered Leader 12m is a 12 m tapered shock leader. Diameters are 0.30-0.50 mm and 0.37-0.57 mm , and the pack contains 3 leaders. A tapered leader connects a thinner main line to a thicker...
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9,19 € - 10,99 €
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Prologic Mimicry Leader 0,40mm 100m - Shock Leaders - 5706301570901 - 1
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Prologic Mimicry Leader 100m

Shock leader line
Prologic Mimicry Leader is a monofilament shock leader for carp fishing. The new Mimicry pattern in three shades of green blends in with natural surroundings. The line is made of advanced copolymer...
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7,29 € - 10,99 €
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Mikado Territory Shock Leader 45lb 0,55mm 80m Green - Shock Leaders - 5900637811374 - 1
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Mikado Territory Shock Leader 45lb 0,55mm 80m Green

Shock leader
Mikado Territory Shock Leader 45lb 0,55mm 80m Green is a monofilament shock leader for carp fishing. The line is 0.55 mm thick, rated at 45 lb and 80 m long. A shock leader is tied to the end of the...
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6,89 €
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Delivery time approx. 1-10 business days
Mikado Snag Leader FC 80m - Shock Leaders - 5900637024316 - 1
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Mikado Snag Leader FC 80m

Shock leader
Mikado Snag Leader FC 80m is the FC version of the Snag Leader on an 80 m spool. Diameters are 0.50 mm (40 lb) and 0.60 mm (50 lb) . A snag leader is a thick, strong leader tied to the end of the main...
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5,59 €
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Mikado Snag Leader Khaki 80m - Shock Leaders - 5900637024330 - 1
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Mikado Snag Leader Khaki 80m

Shock leader
Mikado Snag Leader Khaki 80m is the khaki version of the Snag Leader on an 80 m spool. Diameters are 0.50 mm (45 lb) and 0.60 mm (60 lb) . A snag leader is a thick, strong leader tied to the end of...
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5,59 €
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Mikado Braided Shock Leader 80m - Shock Leaders - 5900637077688 - 1
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Mikado Braided Shock Leader 80m

Shock leader
Mikado Braided Shock Leader 80m is a braided shock leader on an 80 m spool. Diameters are 0.26 mm (50 lb), 0.30 mm (60 lb) and 0.35 mm (70 lb) . A shock leader is tied to the end of the main line and...
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5,49 €
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When does a carp angler need a shock leader?

When a heavy lead, a PVA bag or a spod is cast at full power, the first few metres of line take most of the strain. A shock leader prevents crack-offs on the cast and protects other anglers, boaters and birds from flying leads that break free.

A monofilament shock leader stretches and resists abrasion, so it is a natural partner for a mono main line and for swims with gravel, stones or mussels. A braided shock leader is thin and has no stretch, and it is often used on spod and marker reels loaded with braid.

A tapered leader gets gradually thicker from one end to the other. The thin end is tied to the main line, so the knot stays small and passes smoothly through the rod rings, while the thick end takes the jolt of the lead during the cast.

Make the leader long enough to leave a few turns on the spool when the rod is in the casting position. Check the knot before every cast and retie it as soon as it looks worn or damaged.