6)I've been using an Albright to connect the leader to tippet. Seems
good to
me, small knot, fairly strong, easy to tie. Good? Bad? I know knot
choice is
a personal thing, but is there any reason "not" to use it?

I've never heard of an Albright knot used for that purpose, except with
wire or heavy mono bite tippet. Use a surgeon's knot.



Is there a particularly bad thing about the Albright knot? I learned that
years ago, and have it down better than a Boy Scout has a square knot.

Thanks for the info.
Dan