Westin W6 ST3 Fluorocarbon 0.62mm 35m 26.1kg Clear

Westin W6 ST3 Fluorocarbon — Near-Invisible Leader with Heavy-Duty Breaking Strain

The Westin W6 ST3 Fluorocarbon (ST = Suppleness Technology) in 0.62mm delivers 26.1kg of breaking strain on a compact 35m spool — a serious leader choice for anglers targeting large predators in demanding conditions.

Low Visibility Where It Counts

Fluorocarbon has a refractive index closer to water than monofilament, making the W6 ST3 significantly less visible to fish. At 0.62mm clear, this leader is built for situations where fish are line-shy but you still need the strength to handle big takes and abrasive structure.

Balanced Stiffness for Control and Knot Integrity

Rated ST3 — the midpoint of Westin's ST1–ST5 suppleness scale — this line strikes a practical balance between stiffness and flexibility. It is rigid enough for reliable hook-sets and neat presentations, yet supple enough to tie secure, high-strength knots. Fast-sinking construction ensures the leader drops quickly into the strike zone without delay.

Choose the Right Variant

The W6 ST3 Fluorocarbon spans diameters from 0.14mm to 1.20mm to suit a wide range of tactics and target species. Spool lengths vary by diameter to keep weight and bulk practical:

• 50m — 0.14mm / 1.4kg — ultra-light finesse, small stream trout, perch on drop-shot

• 50m — 0.17mm / 1.7kg — light lure fishing, clear-water stillwaters

• 50m — 0.19mm / 2.2kg — light spinning, delicate presentations

• 50m — 0.219mm / 3.4kg — general light predator fishing, clear rivers

• 50m — 0.26mm / 4.5kg — zander, bass, light pike on finesse rigs

• 50m — 0.30mm / 6.1kg — medium-weight predator leaders, perch and zander

• 30m — 0.38mm / 9.3kg — pike, larger zander, inshore light saltwater

• 25m — 0.44mm / 11.6kg — heavier pike and saltwater bass leaders

• 35m — 0.343mm / 7.9kg — versatile mid-range for freshwater and light salt

• 35m — 0.52mm / 16.4kg — pike and catfish leaders, medium-depth jigging

• 35m — 0.62mm / 26.1kg — current product — heavy pike, large saltwater species, abrasive structure

• 20m — 0.92mm / 49.2kg — heavy catfish, big-game saltwater leaders

• 20m — 1.05mm / 56.5kg — extreme catfish, offshore saltwater

• 20m — 1.20mm / 64.2kg — maximum-strength applications, large predators in heavy cover

Facts

• Material: 100% Fluorocarbon

• Diameter: 0.62mm

• Breaking strain: 26.1kg (57.6lbs)

• Spool length: 35m

• Colour: Clear

• Sink rate: Fast sinking

• Abrasion resistance: Exceptional

• Stiffness rating: Medium (ST3)

• Construction: Monofilament

• Water type: Saltwater / Freshwater