Bite-offs are the problem this leader is meant to solve. RIO’s Toothy Critter Leader combines a bite-resistant wire section with a tapered nylon leader, for fishing toothy species without giving up the turnover you get from a tapered setup. RIO also calls out a powerful butt and taper intended to help cast larger flies, with the wire section there for protection and abrasion resistance at the business end.
All versions we stock are 7.5 feet. The choice is breaking strength: 15, 20, 30, or 45 pound. Step up in pound test when you want more maximum strength and abrasion resistance.