Loop protector or SS thimble??

[Mokarran]

Which one is better, the green vinyl coated wire "loop protector" or the Stainless steel thimbles for heavy mono? Which do you prefer and why? Thanks.

[WAHOONBOX]

THE ONLY TIME I USE A LOOP PROTECTOR TYPE GEAR IS WHEN GIANT BLUEFIN FISHING.....AND I USE A HARD PLASTIC/VINYL HOLLOW SLEEVE THAT FITS MY LEADER PERFECT...I CUSTOM CUT EVERY ONE OF THEM....AND THIS IS VERY STEALTH .

....THIS IS JUST MY WAY AND NOT THE ONLY WAY

AND IF YOU REALLY WANT TO MAKE IT SIMPLE AND CHEAP....JUST ADD A SHOT OF #10 WIRE ALONG BESIDE YOUR MONO LEADER LOOP AND THEN CRIMP WITHIN....


AND LIKE ALL CONNECTIONS...EVERY CONNECTION FROM THE MAINLINE TO THE LEADER TO THE HOOK ....ALL SHOULD BE RE-CRIMPED DAILY....NO EXCEPTIONS.

[Mokarran]

That's what I would do too if I could find some. I can't seem to find anything like that at any of the tackle shops or big sport stores. Where do you get yours from? Thanks Box.

[fish4bills]

Black Bart sells it or you may be able to find some in your local hardware or auto parts store. (small poly fuel line)



http://www.blackbartlures.com/xcart/home.php?cat=268

[Mokarran]

I'll check it out.

[Capt. Jon Tennant]

hi pressure air/break line from the local auto parts store will be some of the best chafing gear you will find... take a piece of mono with you and match up the right size tubing for the leader your using. I know they will have a size that 200 seagar fits in like a glove. I used the same size down to 150 and it still worked great.

[Big Jay]

I use the vinyl tube loop protectors. I DO NOT like the metal thimbles. Metal thimbles should be used for cable only. Even then they're not necessary.

The metal thimbles can turn and cut into the leader.

[Sea Witch]

I just use an offshore loop and never had a problem? Takes less time for sure.