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two three footers with loops at both ends. The snelled dropper fly can then be attached by simply inserting its end between the two loops. If more than one dropper fly is desired or if a strand to attach an eyed fly is wanted it can be tied to the leader as shown in figures 6 and 7.

Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 5

One can learn these knots in a few moments by practicing with heavy jute cord such as is used by hardware dealers and others selling heavy merchandise.

I use only one fly and my favorite leader for bass is tapered, the upper two-thirds being of bass size, the lower third of heavy trout strength, the whole being slightly over 5 feet in length. My trout leaders vary

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