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9. Represented here is a spool of
Lead-Cored line with a loop spliced in each end of the line. Remember,
this is a representation only, the second loop should only be spliced
after the Lead-Cored line has been attached to the backing and wound
onto the reel. |
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10. Represented here is the line
already on the reel (backing) with a loop tied in the end to facilitate
connection to the Lead-Cored line. You will see we begin by passing the
backing loop through the loop we just spliced in the Lead-Cored line.
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11. Now we pass the spool of
Lead-Cored line through the loop in the backing. |
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12. At this point the loop-to-loop
connection is permanent and adequate when the backing used is
monofilament fishing line. However, when gelspun fishing line is used
for backing it is advisable to use the Loop and Cross Loop connection as
suggested by Steve Morris of Top Shot Tackle to avoid the "cutting
girth-hitch" sometimes produced when the gelspun folds back on itself. |
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13. Continuing, we extend the backing
loop through the loop we just spliced in the Lead-Cored line. |
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14. Rotate the backing loop as shown. |
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15. Then pass the spool of Lead-Cored
line through the twisted loop. |
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16. Close the two loops and the join is
complete. |
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