I know exactly what you mean. I have used 2.5 lbs Varivas blue moon as leader for Ester. No issues from the kayak. But while fishing from the dock I have broken the leader while lifting up 8 inch crappie when they thrash around. Never had that issues with 2 lb SOS. So that is what I mostly use as a leader line. Thicker than JDM nylon and obviously higher breaking strain than 2 lb Works out well for me
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