Terminal Tackle

In more recent years, drop-off inline leads have become very popular and have taken a leading role in my approach. I like to use heavy leads when I can get away with it but it’s just as important that when I’m attached to the carp there’s no lead hindering my contact.
I opted to test out these leads when they arrived at the office because they have been specifically designed for use as a safety drop-off lead system. The groove allows either the main line or leader to be situated flush against the lead, which reduces the damage that can often be caused against the lake bed or snags.

Finished in a hardy and camouflage coating, these leads blend seamlessly into a range of environments, which is ideal. Although these are available in a wide range of sizes I tend to use the 51/2oz or 61/2oz options because a heavy lead favours my tactics when fishing at extreme range and dropping my rigs from a boat, or when I’m setting intricate margin traps. Using them in conjunction with a drop-off stem results in an extremely safe and fish-friendly lead arrangement.

RRP: £1.80 to £2

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