RIO Tapered Tarpon 12' Leader - 2 Pack Size:20/40 LB and that is part of

and that is part of the point

but the fluorocarbon shock on the RIO leader is the current standard for most tarpon destinations

The 40/80 combination in particular could be used for GT on poppers and large streamers

it remains wobbly and lacks smoothness and connection across the range

When should I use fluorocarbon instead of nylon tippet

RIO Tapered Tarpon 12' Leader - 2 Pack Size:20/40 LB and that is part ofUnlike the level leaders that dominate the tarpon market, the RIO Tapered Tarpon Leader features a fully tapered nylon body stepping down from a heavy butt section through progressive diameter reductions before reaching the class tippet and terminates in a 2 foot section of fluorocarbon shock tippet. The taper carries energy from your fly line through the leader far more efficiently than a level design, delivering the fly with the accuracy and soft