I use 10lb braid to a 6-8lb flouro leader. I think the lighter line allows the bait to have better movement. The lighter line also helps get the bait down to the bottom quicker. I also must note that I'm not much of a finesse fisherman, but I do use a drop shot and neko rig. I noticed you said "this year". This time of year lends itself to a lot of very subtle bites anyways. I catch lots of fish when its cold that I never even felt a bite. The bait just gets heavy.
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