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    Default Indicator tips how do YOU do it?

    Just like the title says how do you make indicator tip furled leaders? I would like to make the indicator portion even and not blended. I can make indicator butts that are even. So what do you say other than "why would you want an indicator tip?"

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    I think I know how it could be done but it would mean adding more strands to the tippet end and I don't think I'd like the extra bulk. I could also dampen the action of the leader it's self.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jack Hise View Post
    I think I know how it could be done but it would mean adding more strands to the tippet end and I don't think I'd like the extra bulk. I could also dampen the action of the leader it's self.
    Yes I agree I've seen them that way and don't particularly like adding more strands.

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    I have a question. If the LEADER DOES NOT have an indicator tip and you do not or cannot employ a solution to a built-in indicator, would coloring an inch or two with a red waterproof sharpie cause any degradation of the leader material or render it defective?

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    That is a good idea gerri. One of those times when you look so deep into a problem that you miss the obvious!! I mark my fly lines to indicate line wt. and the Sharpie holds up very well.

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    Just add an extra peg in the section you want so it's directly across and make the indicator. It works great.

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