Trying to learn and understand more... I have read where a leader length should be 1 1/2 and 1.35 times the length of the fly rod you are using. I am using an 8'6" rod. I am fishing small stream for 1 to 5 pound trout.
A. When one speaks of leader do they mean the total length of leader and tippit?
B. If I had a 7 1/2' leader on how long should the tippet be for casting dry flies for the above conditions?
I guess there are personal likes and dislikes but I was looking for a general basic rule to start with. Once I understand these basics I will have more questions on leaders and tippits.