Couldn't agree more! Really, how can a fish pay attention to the minuscule line of color in the mainline when there is two inches of silver, gold or brass flash radiating through their retina! (Francis?)

I think Steve's fish pic speaks volumes. Same thing goes with plugs. I say worry about leader material when your drift fishing or other techniques such as float and jig fishing over hatchery fish.

If you prefer braid, lighten up on the set and drag. With mono, hit yourself in the arse with the rod tip and adjust drag to your comfort zone!

The single most significant factor that improved my hook to land ratio was swtching to 1/0 matzuo siwashes on all my spoons! Used to use gamis and I absolutely will never look back! Oh and silver plate for most conditions.

Dern nice fish stam! That hole always grants me the little peanut fish heading for the tiny crik accross the river there.