Great video. Like the tip re wetting the toothpick. Not sure I agree with using mono instead of fluorocarbon for leader. While mono has more stretch I think there is plenty of stretch available in the main part of the line, and the lack of stretch in 6 feet of fluorocarbon has minimal impact. Fluorocarbon won't tangle anywhere near as easily as mono. Also, I think the stiffness of the line affects the roll of the anchovy - provides more of a whip in the water, giving a better roll. FWIW I use 30 lb test, although I know a lot of guides use 40 lb. I usually use Seaguar STS, which is 1/4 of the price of Seaguar Blue Label and seems to work just as well.
Thanks! If you live near Vancouver, Berry’s Baits or Pacific Net & Twine should have them. They’re pretty cheap. If not, I’m sure Amazon probably has something similar. Alternatively, a lot of guides will just buy 2” pvc piping and foam pipe insulation from Home Depot. More bulky but no creases in your leaders. Tight lines!
You can also use a basic foam swimming noodle - costs about $3 from Canadian Tire or Home Hardware. Cut it into 6 - 8 inch lengths and you will have more than enough to store your rigs safely.
Your camera quality is amazing, thanks for the instructive vid.
Thank you! Still, always shopping for camera upgrades I can’t afford. Just like fishing gear... Tight lines.
Great video. Like the tip re wetting the toothpick. Not sure I agree with using mono instead of fluorocarbon for leader. While mono has more stretch I think there is plenty of stretch available in the main part of the line, and the lack of stretch in 6 feet of fluorocarbon has minimal impact. Fluorocarbon won't tangle anywhere near as easily as mono. Also, I think the stiffness of the line affects the roll of the anchovy - provides more of a whip in the water, giving a better roll. FWIW I use 30 lb test, although I know a lot of guides use 40 lb. I usually use Seaguar STS, which is 1/4 of the price of Seaguar Blue Label and seems to work just as well.
Great video...Where can I buy the blue foam to store them 👍
Thanks! If you live near Vancouver, Berry’s Baits or Pacific Net & Twine should have them. They’re pretty cheap. If not, I’m sure Amazon probably has something similar. Alternatively, a lot of guides will just buy 2” pvc piping and foam pipe insulation from Home Depot. More bulky but no creases in your leaders. Tight lines!
I think they’re just called leader boards.
Thanks alot
You can also use a basic foam swimming noodle - costs about $3 from Canadian Tire or Home Hardware. Cut it into 6 - 8 inch lengths and you will have more than enough to store your rigs safely.