Berkley Sick Fluorocarbon Leader 0.20mm 2.8kg 50m Clear

Berkley Sick Fluorocarbon Leader 0.20mm — Nearly Invisible Protection

The Berkley Sick Fluorocarbon Leader combines near-invisibility under water with exceptional knot strength, making it your go-to choice for trout, perch, and zander in demanding freshwater environments.

Superior Knot Strength and Abrasion Resistance

Built to withstand the hazards of structure fishing, this fluorocarbon leader offers outstanding knot strength and abrasion resistance. When you're casting near mussels, rocks, or submerged obstacles, the Sick Fluorocarbon provides reliable protection against line breaks without sacrificing sensitivity.

Supple Handling for Natural Lure Action

Unlike stiff fluorocarbons that restrict lure movement, the Sick leader's suppleness allows your presentations to swim naturally with minimal constraint. This flexibility improves lure action and makes rigging straightforward, whether you're tying direct connections or building custom leaders.

Choose the Right Variant

Match your leader diameter to target species and fishing conditions:

• 0.18mm / 2.3kg — ultra-finesse presentations for pressured trout and small perch

• 0.20mm / 2.8kg — all-round choice for trout, perch, and light zander setups

• 0.22mm / 3.7kg — medium trout and perch in snaggy water

• 0.25mm / 4.9kg — heavier trout, larger perch, standard zander leaders

• 0.28mm / 5.9kg — robust zander and pike-perch applications

• 0.30mm / 7kg — heavy cover and bigger predators

• 0.32mm / 8kg — extreme structure and large zander

• 0.35mm / 10kg — pike-safe leaders and big predator setups

• 0.40mm / 12.6kg — maximum abrasion protection

• 0.45mm / 15.3kg — heavy-duty applications and pike fishing

Facts

• Material: 100% fluorocarbon

• Diameter: 0.20mm (0.008 in)

• Breaking strain: 2.8kg (6 lb)

• Length: 50m (55 yd)

• Color: clear

• Water type: freshwater

• Primary species: trout, perch, zander

• Spool format: pony spool