stupid question. what is a leader?

[john_walkley]

what is a leader? is that the same as a "trace?" what is the purpose of a leader?

[Rono]

Hi john_walkley I am sure if you look at the forum that your in you should get a prity good idea what they are for.

[swoffa]

A leader is the same as a trace.
The purpose is to present the lure more naturally. Flourocarbon has a very similar refractive index to water ans as such is almost invisible when submerged. It's also tougher than standard mono.