07-19-2007, 04:15 AM
Concerning the the use of a "rubber snubber" Rio make a stretchy line called Shock Gum, that you add into your leader with jam knots, it is advertised to help save tippets with its give. I was told you set the hook by stripping the line and not by lifting the rod. Lost River Outfitters had it in 2 sizes measured by the lb. Haven't had time to try it but it looks interesting.
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