Should I put a mono leader on for my buzzbait

[Willg34]

I have either 14 or 17 lb test mono with 65lb maxcuatro braid so I can also use that rod for jig fishing some docks and some under water structure

[5by3]

I prefer to tie my buzzbaits to straight braid. Can’t see a reason for a mono leader unless you are concerned about pulling the bait away from fish and want some extra stretch.

[Willg34]

Ok what lb test do you prefer

 

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

A leader wouldn’t stretch enough to make any difference in that regard.  Only reason I could see for a leader would be a little stiffness to avoid fouling. 

[Bird]

It's perfectly fine to run straight braid to buzzbaits......65# seems excessive though. Lol

[Willg34]

6 minutes ago, Bird said:

It's perfectly fine to run straight braid to buzzbaits......65# seems excessive though. Lol

Yea I only have two casting rods and I fish some knarly broking pilings and cracked cement called the spoils in the Potomac River so I take as much precaution not to break my line and this rod is also my top water rod?

[WRB]

Braid tends to abraid on sharp hard surfaces you discribe. You would be better off using straight 15-17 lb Big Game and change it more often.

Tom

[Willg34]

I use a 3-5 ft 20lb seaguar abrazx leader for that reason but thanks

[LegendaryBassin]

65 lb braid is the way to go. No need for the mono

[rangerjockey]

I'd use straight braid. A buzzbait is one lure where any line works about the same.

[5by3]

I like 40-50 lb.