Leadcore 832 12# to 15# seaguar leader - knot question

[Netbender]

Braid here instead of LC?

 

 

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[Jager]

No lead removed on the Alberto knot I see.

 

 

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Yes, I should have mentioned that in the video the author is using regular braid. For our needs, The LC sheath with the lead removed handles the same way as regular braid when tying the knot. Sorry for the omission. I use 12lb 832 LC exclusively for trolling the reservoirs where I live and use the Alberto knot to tie in 10lb fluoro leader. Have never had the knot fail! Give it a try! [emoji2]

Mike

 

 

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[Jager]

By the way, I use the same knot when I make up my various lengths of leadcore set ups and join Stealthcore segments to braid backer again, after removing 4-6” of lead from the sheath!
Mike


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[Netbender]

Got it, thanks! Looks like I have several options.....

[Mike M]

The trick to tying the "remove the lead lead core knot" is you got use a sharp  razor blade to cut your leadcore and your floro or mono. 

[Mike M]

If you don't use a razor blade the mono or floro will probably have a bur on it that you won't be able to see with naked eye. That will prevent you from pushing the line into the sheath of the leadcore. If you don't use a razor blade to cut the leadcore you will probably have alot of fraying at leadcore cut. You won't be able to see hole to push the line in.Anyhow this is a knot that works great. Its never failed me in 25 years. Do a couple practice knots be for making your final connection.

[Tyee II]

Uni to Uni, and always remove the lead when tying knots in LC. Some think it's important to wet the sheath before clinching, others don't. 

 

LC presentations are a must in our crystal clear waters on Lake Michigan. 

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[Todd in NY]

On 1/28/2018 at 1:18 PM, mrk61 said:

I use the Alberto Knot to join Suffix 832 LC to fluoro leader. Remove about 6” of lead and then use the LC sheath to tie the knot onto the fluoro. Strongest knot I’ve used and hasn’t failed. It is also very low profile and glides through the rod guides!
Good luck !
Mike
 

 

 

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What size Suffix LC are you using? I was considering buying some 18#.

[Jager]

I use the #12 only for trolling the NYC DEP Reservoirs. Good stuff, very durable. I usually get at least 3 seasons out of a core! 

Mike 

[Todd in NY]

Thanks Mike! I was thinking the 18# would be the minimum for Lake Ontario. I think some guys are running 27# or more.

[Jager]

Just to be clear Todd, I use the #12 Sufix 832 ONLY for rowboat trolling for Browns. On Lake O, #27 Stealthcore All the way but use the same Alberto knot to join the LC to the Braid backer and also the Fluoro leader on the other end. The knot has held up good on angry Kings! 

Mike

[Todd in NY]

1 hour ago, mrk61 said:

Just to be clear Todd, I use the #12 Sufix 832 ONLY for rowboat trolling for Browns. On Lake O, #27 Stealthcore All the way but use the same Alberto knot to join the LC to the Braid backer and also the Fluoro leader on the other end. The knot has held up good on angry Kings! 

Mike

 

Thanks for clarifying the 27# Stealthcore, Mike!