Scientific Anglers Absolute Salmon/Steelhead Leaders

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to Scientific Anglers previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to the competitors. The new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect streams and reduce environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

  • Medium stiff material for powerful turnover and low memory in colder climates
  • Excellent for swinging, stripping streamers or indicator rigs
  • Lengths- 9′ 8-16lb., 12′ 12-20lb.

SPECIFICATIONS

LENGTH SIZE TIPPET DIAMETER BUTT DIAMETER BREAK STRENGTH
9’ 8lb 0.008” / 0.20 MM 0.028” / 0.71 MM 8.0 LB / 3,6KG
9’ 10lb 0.009” / 0.23 MM 0.029” / 0.74 MM 10.0 LB / 4,5KG
9’ 12lb 0.010” / 0.25 MM 0.029” / 0.74 MM 12.0 LB / 5,4KG
9’ 16lb 0.011” / 0.28 MM 0.030” / 0.76 MM 16.0 LB / 7,3KG
9’ 20lb 0.013” / 0.33 MM 0.030” / 0.76 MM 20.0 LB / 9,1KG
12’ 12lb 0.010” / 0.25 MM 0.029” / 0.74 MM 12.0 LB / 5,4KG
12’ 16lb 0.011” / 0.28 MM 0.030” / 0.76 MM 16.0 LB / 7,3KG
12’ 20lb 0.013” / 0.33 MM 0.030” / 0.76 MM 20.0 LB / 9,1KG