  hi Smcdermott  These are very good suggestion especially the double loop on the backing. Are you saying i should fold the backing twice before making the bimini loop knot to double the backing along the loop? I am using the Seaguar Fluorocarbon leader material to make up the Tarpon leader and shock tippet...etc. I use the 000lb shock tippet is in case those Barracuda show up and eat the Tarpon fly !!!  PS: Just to let you know I am from Saskatchewan, Canada. The nearest ocean is about 0000 km away !!!  Thank you for your help.  