Predator Traces & Leaders
Predator traces and leaders include ready-made bait traces, coated wire, fluorocarbon, stingers and the materials used to build them. They form the tough final link between the main line, lure or bait and the hooks.
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Wire traces are commonly used where pike teeth are a consideration, while fluorocarbon and other materials are offered in different diameters and breaking strains. A ready-made trace can include trebles, singles, swivels or clips, whereas a spool of wire is simply the material for making one.
Length, strand count, coating and connection hardware vary between trace patterns. Stinger assemblies, ready-made traces and wire spools each have a different role in a predator setup.
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Ready-Made Predator Traces
Ready-made traces are supplied with the required hooks and connection hardware already fitted. Deadbait versions can include one or more trebles, while lure and soft-bait traces may use clips, snaps or stinger assemblies.
Hook arrangement, trace length and the hardware supplied distinguish one ready-made trace from another. Bare wire material is supplied for making a trace rather than fishing as a finished trace.
Wire, Fluorocarbon and Trace Material
Coated steel wire is available in different strand counts and diameters, which affect suppleness and abrasion resistance. Fluorocarbon is often sold in heavier diameters for leader use and has a different feel and construction from wire.
Spools, pre-cut lengths and prepared leaders contain different amounts of material. The stated breaking strain is useful alongside the length supplied.
Predator Trace Types
Finished traces, stingers and wire spools serve different roles. Hook type and number, trace length, wire construction and pack quantity all vary between products.
Snap and swivel fittings form part of a finished trace, particularly on patterns made for a particular lure or bait setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a predator trace?
A predator trace is a short leader between the main line and lure or bait, often made from wire or another tough material.
Why do predator traces use wire?
Wire offers protection from sharp teeth. The number of strands and any coating affect how supple the trace feels.
Are stingers and bait traces the same?
No. A stinger is usually an additional hook assembly for a lure or soft bait, while a bait trace is a completed leader for presenting bait.
What details matter on predator trace packs?
Material, length, hook arrangement, hardware and pack quantity vary between products. A ready-made trace and a spool of wire are distinct types of tackle.