Imo, the length of the leader is entirely dependent on the water clarity that you are fishing. In stained, muddy water..a shorter leader (1.5-3 feet) will work just fine.
However in clear water, I like to go with at least a 4ft leader...anything longer and it's difficult to manage, unless of course you are fishing open water like with the Float n Fly or something similar where you will be casting into generally open water.
Just my .02
Tight Lines !!




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