Model: Composition: Type 3 Hard Anodized Machined Marine-Grade Aluminum Fly Reel For: 6-8wt Weight: 10.8 oz. Diameter: 3.75" Width: 1.675" Capacity: WF8+200/20lb.
Famed Australian reel designer Terry Hayden has teamed up with TFO to create a new reel that is designed to battle the strongest fish in the ocean.
Built for a lifetime of service, TFO's Hayden reels are tough. Machined from 6061 marine grade aluminum and Type III Hard Anodized. Hard Anodization penetrates the base metal becoming an integral part of the material while building up on the surface creating a finish that is harder and more durable than those found on the most expensive reels.
Three stainless steel bearings and a large surface area cork drag are combined for smooth start up and positive stopping power.
If you cast with your right hand and retrieve with your left hand then you want Left Hand Retrieve.
If you cast with your left hand and retrieve with your right hand then you want Right Hand Retrieve.
Note: Some prefer to use the same hand for casting and retrieving by setting the hook before switching the rod to the opposite hand. This is perfectly acceptable. The important thing is that you retrieve with the hand with which you are most comfortable (fastest retrieve).
Backing Material Information
For a small fee we will put 20# test Dacron backing material by 3M-Scientific Anglers on to your reel.
Be sure to select your retrieve (see above).
Standard Backing is built with advanced 3M technology that allows 3M to create small diameter backing without losing the inherent strength of the backing material.
Features:
Exceptionally thin material for more reel capacity
Low coefficient of friction minimizes wear on guides
High abrasion resistance
Colorfast
Extremely high visibility
Optional Fly Lines for this Reel
If you select to add backing and a fly line, we'll spool up your reel to capacity and tie on a fly line of your choice.
Be sure to select which retrieve you prefer.
If you select to add a fly line only, we'll include the fly line off the reel.
TFO Premium All Purpose Fly Line
Temple Fork Outfitters makes a premium weight-forward floating (WF-F) fly line suitable to all conditions.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Scientific Anglers Freshwater Ultra 4
Fly Line Features:
Top quality all-purpose line, with a versatile taper design for a large spectrum of flies and conditions
The ultimate in floatation, castability, and durability
Excels in all weather conditions
Mid-length head for the ideal balance of distance and control
Individual tapers for optimal performance over each line's typical range
Weight-specific front tapers insure proper delivery
Supple braided multifilament nylon core
A harder PVC formula coating, integrated with patented AST - Advanced Shooting Technology more info window
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Front Taper
Tip
WF6F
49' (14.95 m)
6' (1.8 m)
28' (8.54 m)
7' (2.14 m)
6" (0.2 m)
41' (12.5 m) Head
90' (27.4 m) Fly Line
WF7F
53'9" (16.41 m)
6'6" (1.98 m)
27' (8.24 m)
7'8" (2.34 m)
6" (0.2 m)
41'2" (12.57 m) Head
95' (28.98 m) Fly Line
WF8F
47'8" (14.55 m)
7' (2.14 m)
32' (9.76 m)
8'4" (2.53 m)
6" (0.2 m)
47'4" (14.43 m) Head
95' (28.98 m) Fly Line
RIO Grand® Fly Line - for Fast Action Fly Rods
The RIO Grand® is an all-around line with distinctive state-of-the-art technology to benefit the trout fly fisher.
The line and tip float extremely high due to AgentX Technology in the line and Super Floatation Tip, RIO’s proprietary manufacturing processes which gives the RIO Grand maximum floatation.
The weight forward taper is one half size heavier to load the faster modern fly rod, yet it gives a smooth light delivery of even the smallest dry fly and the rear taper is long enough for roll casting.
The product of RIO’s SlickShooter™ Process, the RIO Grand fly line incorporates a supple coldwater, super slick, self-lubricating, dirt-resistant coating on a nylon multifilament core.
RIO has included a welded loop on the front end of the fly line to facilitate changing leaders.
Tests have found excellent turnover and presentation with this loop.
When landing fish, it slides through the rod guides more easily than the customary nail knot. Traditionalists can cut this loop off and not compromise the taper.
This is the perfect line for wet or dry fly fishing.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
Head Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF6F
230 gr (14.9 gm)
178 gr (11.5 gm)
60' (18.3 m)
6.5' (2.0 m)
19' (5.8 m)
7' (2.1 m)
7' (2.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
40.2' (12.3 m)
100' (30.5 m)
WF7F
294 gr (19.1 gm)
204 gr (13.2 gm)
57' (17.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
21' (6.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
7.5' (2.3 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
43.2' (13.2 m)
100' (30.5 m)
WF8F
332 gr (21.5 gm)
231 gr (15.0 gm)
57' (17.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
21' (6.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
7.5' (2.3 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
43.2' (13.2 m)
100' (30.5 m)
Short, bullet-shaped forward taper
Medium length back taper
Hard self-lubricating coating on a nylon multifilament core impoves turnover performance
Won't wilt or sag in warm water fishing conditions
AgentX two coat manufacturing process provides a superbly durable and long casting fly line.
Super Floatation Technology resulting in a super low density high-floating fly line.
RIO NYMPH Fly Line - High Floating - Indicator Tip - NEW
Use the RIO Nymph line for nymph fishing under all fishing conditions, whether indicator, high stick or dead
drift nymphing and terrestrials. Rated number one by Western professional guides for deep nymphing using
strike indicators and long drag free drifts. The taper design, with both a long back taper and body for easy roll
casting, mending and fly control, enhances casting weighted nymphs, indicators and big air-resistant flies.
RIO’s new high floatation technology creates a super high floating tip that stays up under normal conditions.
This high visibility tip is a built-in strike indicator which can be cut off without affecting the casting
performance. The Nymph line has welded loops on both ends for easy rigging and fast leader
changes.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F) on this reel.
Weight
Head Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF6F
284 gr (18.4 gm)
178 gr (11.5 gm)
52' (15.8 m)
10.5' (3.2 m)
22.5' (6.9 m)
11' (3.4 m)
3.1' (0.9 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.7' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
48.1' (14.7 m)
100' (30.5 m)
AgentX two coat manufacturing process provides a superbly durable and long casting fly line.
Super Floatation Technology resulting in a super low density high-floating fly line.
Coldwater Clouser™ Fly Line for Big Nasties
Casting heavy or wind-resistant flies has always been a challenge, even for good casters. RIO collaborated with Bob Clouser, famed fly tier, guide, instructor and conservationist, best known for inventing the Clouser Minnow, one of the most versatile flies for both fresh and saltwater. The Clouser™ line, with a unique reverse compound taper and a bullet front taper, smoothly transfers energy to prevent the characteristic “kick” with heavily weighted flies. This taper effortlessly turns over heavy flies into the wind for both short and long casts. Whether casting Clouser Minnows for stripers or smallmouth bass, poppers, leaded leeches or heavy nymphs and indicators, the Clouser line is a perfect choice for all anglers.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF6F
178 gr (11.5 gm)
52' (15.8 m)
5.5' (1.7 m)
19' (5.8 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.1' (0.9 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
38' (11.6 m)
90' (27.4 m)
WF7F
197 gr (12.8 gm)
50' (15.2 m)
6' (1.8 m)
20' (6.1 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
39.5' (12.0 m)
90' (27.4 m)
WF8F
231 gr (15.0 gm)
49' (14.9 m)
6' (1.8 m)
21' (6.4 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
40.5' (12.3 m)
90' (27.4 m)
Coldwater Clouser™ Fly Line Features:
Unique reverse compound taper and a bullet front taper
Turns over heavy flies into the wind
Welded loop on the tip
AgentX™ two coat manufacturing process provides a superbly durable and long casting fly line.
Super Floatation Technology™ resulting in a super low density high-floating fly line.
Bass Fly Line
Designed for the special disciplines of fly fishing for bass. This weight forward fly line features an aggressive, short, bullet-shaped forward taper and a medium length back taper.
RIO's Bass fly line is designed for fixed length (repeatable) short and long distance casts and is the perfect taper for casting large, wind-resistant bass flies. Excellent turnover results from the hard self-lubricating coating on a nylon multifilament core that doesn't wilt or sag in warm water fishing conditions.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF6F
160 gr (10.4 gm)
54' (16.5 m)
5.5' (1.7 m)
17' (5.2 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
2.9' (0.9 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
35.6' (10.9 m)
90' (27.4 m)
WF7F
185 gr (10.4 gm)
53' (16.2 m)
6' (1.8 m)
17' (5.2 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
36.6' (11.2 m)
90' (27.4 m)
WF8F
210 gr (13.6 gm)
52' (15.8 m)
6' (1.8 m)
18' (5.5 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
37.6' (11.5 m)
90' (27.4 m)
Short, bullet-shaped forward taper
Medium length back taper
Hard self-lubricating coating on a nylon multifilament core impoves turnover performance
Won't wilt or sag in warm water fishing conditions
Bonefish Fly Line
The demands of bonefishing require a balance of long and short casts with precise presentation. RIO’s Bonefish fly line does just that, starting with a medium-length front taper to improve turnover without sacrificing presentation, and a slightly longer back taper to smooth out the casting loop. The tropical AgentX coating combined with a Powerflex single-strand monofilament core results in longer casts and a line that will not wilt in most extreme tropical conditions. With AgentX, the line floats higher than competitors’ lines, is easier to pick up off the water, and unlike competing products the running line will not sink and tangle while wading. Includes a welded loop at both ends for easy rigging.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-F), 7wt (WF-7-F), 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
diameter
Rear Taper
Body
diameter
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Tip
diameter
Tensile Strength
WF6F
168 gr (10.84 gm)
59' (18 m)
0.037"
8' (2.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
0.054"
19'6" (5.85 m)
6' (1.8 m)
6" (0.15 m)
0.038"
22 lb. (10 kg)
41.0' (12.5 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
WF7F
193 gr (12.47 gm)
59' (18 m)
0.037"
8' (2.4 m)
7' (2.1 m)
0.057"
19'6" (5.85 m)
6' (1.8 m)
6" (0.15 m)
0.039"
22 lb. (10 kg)
41.0' (12.5 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
WF8F
218 gr (14.16 gm)
57' (17.35 m)
0.038"
9' (2.7 m)
7' (2.1 m)
0.062"
19'6" (5.85 m)
6' (1.8 m)
6" (0.15 m)
0.04"
22 lb. (10 kg)
42.0' (13.3 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
Medium length front taper to improve turnover without sacrificing presentation
A slightly longer back taper to smooth out the casting loop
A hard coating combined with a medium stiff single strand monofilament core results in longer casts and a line that holds up to heat even in the most extreme tropical conditions
Media
Click the appropriate link below to view a video clip shot in the Bahamas and showing fantastic bonefishing with RIO's Bonefish Fly Line.
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Designed to turn over saltwater flies in all conditions
Low memory is ideal for all weather conditions
Exceptional floatation keeps line above weeds and coral, making it the best choice for saltwater anglers who wade
Short front taper and shorter head help turn over large saltwater flies
Weight-specific front tapers insure proper delivery
Outstanding visibility in the air and on the water
Hollow, braided multifilament nylon core is more supple than tropical core, making it suitable for a broader range of environments
A harder PVC formula coating, integrated with patented AST - Advanced Shooting Technology more info window
Available in a 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Exclusive telecast bump - a raised area on the fly line - that tells you by feel when you should pick up and recast.
Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Front Taper
Tip
WF7F
62' (18.9 m)
6' (1.8 m)
23'6" (7.16 m)
3'6" (1.07 m)
6" (0.2 m)
33' (10.1 m) Head
95' (28.98 m) Fly Line
WF8F
62' (18.9 m)
6' (1.8 m)
23' (7.01 m)
4' (1.22 m)
6" (0.2 m)
33' (10.1 m) Head
95' (28.98 m) Fly Line
Tropical Clouser™ Saltwater Line — Powerflex® Core
Made with the same reversed compound taper as the Coldwater Clouser fly line for turning over heavy, bulky flies into the wind without effort. In addition, for longer casts, the Tropical Clouser features the Powerflex® medium stiff single strand monofilament core and a hard coating that will not wilt even in extreme tropical heat.
Available in a 7wt (WF-7-F) or 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF7F
197 gr (12.8 gm)
60' (18.3 m)
6' (1.8 m)
20' (6.1 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
39.5' (12.0 m)
100' (30.5 m)
WF8F
231 gr (15.0 gm)
59' (18.0 m)
6' (1.8 m)
21' (6.4 m)
9.5' (2.9 m)
3.3' (1.0 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.5' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
40.5' (12.3 m)
100' (30.5 m)
Medium stiff single strand monofilament core
Reversed compound taper
Hard coating won't wilt or sag in extreme tropical heat
AgentX™ two coat manufacturing process provides a superbly durable and long casting fly line.
Super Floatation Technology™ resulting in a super low density high-floating fly line.
Every once in awhile a product comes along that is worth buying not only due for its quality and performance, but also because it promotes a good cause. Jim Teeny and company are offering this fly line to complement Temple Fork Outfitters' Casting for Recovery Fly Rods.
A portion of proceeds from the sale of these very special items are donated directly to the Casting for Recovery campaign, which is dedicated to assisting women recovering from breast cancer, through fly fishing.
Casting for Recovery & Hope is a national non-profit, support and educational program for women who have or have had breast cancer. The program offers an opportunity for women whose lives have been profoundly affected by the disease to gather in a beautiful, natural setting and learn fly-fishing, “a sport of line”. Just as importantly, CFR offers an opportunity to meet new friends and have fun!
Available in 8wt (WF-8-F) on this reel.
CASTING FOR RECOVERY
2 color for easy casting and high visibility.
Line
Line Weight
Length
Color
CFRWF-F
8wt
90'
Purple/Pink
Bruce Chard Bonefish/Redfish Professional Floating Fly Line by Jim Teeny
Captain Bruce Chard, a full time Florida Keys flats guide, FFF casting instructor and fishing photographer has designed a series of fly lines that best handles the conditions needed to cast, present, and fish a heavily weighted fly hard into the wind.
Bruce's tournament winning lines were the reason for the development of Teeny's HPC coating.
The most prestigious fish deserves the most prestigious line. You need a long cast and a delicate, accurate presentation when you have calm conditions versus shorter casts with a powerful tight loop that will drive a longer leader with a heavy fly hard into the wind. The hard "HPC" (high performance coating) coating and stiff mono core will help in creating tight loops and turning over long leaders, while minimizing line tangles.
These lines are excellent for fish ranging from permit, tarpon, bonefish, redfish, shark, barracuda and anything else that requires an accurate presentation with a large fly.
Bruce Chard
Professional Series - hard surface and coating for longer casts
Type
Rod Weights
Description
Length
Color
PRO-BC-B-8
8wt
Bonefish/Redfish Floating
100' (30.416 m)
Aqua
76'6" (23.268 m)
23'6" (7.148 m)
Features:
High Performance Coating
Designed for casting large flies
Shorter Head for quick turn over and soft delivery
Pale Blue Aqua color to prevent spooking fish
AuquaLux Fly Line Powerflex® Core
A must-have line for the serious lake angler. Castability has always been a problem with clear intermediate sinking lines because there are no lubricants in the coating and the lines drag through the guides. RIO has solved the problem by incorporating proprietary lubricants into the running line coating that make the line slick. The running line is translucent green while the head is completely clear. With an intermediate sinking rate of 1.5 – 2.0 inches per second (3.7 cm/s), the line is perfect for fishing subsurface and shallow shore lines. Ideal when stealth is required for wary, selective fish. Made on a low memory supple monofilament core with a coldwater coating and welded loop on the front end.
Available in a 6wt (WF-6-I) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Diameter
Rear Taper
Body
Diameter
Front Taper
Tip
Diameter
Tensile Strength
WF6I
168 gr (10.93 gm)
60' (18.3 m)
0.035" (0.858 mm)
4.5' (1.37 m)
28.3' (8.49 m)
0.044" (1.12 mm)
6.7' (2.04 m)
0.5' (0.15 m)
0.035" (0.858 mm)
25 lb. (11.36 kg)
40' (12.2 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6"-18" (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3’ (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2’-4’ (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3’-7’ (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4’-10’ (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8’-15’ (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
Deep 7
1 5’-30’ (4.6m-9.2m)
7-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Proprietary lubricants incorporated into the running
Powerflex® monofilament braided core
Clear AquaLux® head
Welded loop on front end
Saltwater Tropical Floating/Intermediate Fly Line w/ Clear Aqualux® Sink Tip by RIO
The Saltwater Tropical F/I line is built on a medium stiff Powerflex core that is extremeley easy to anneal (stretch).
The line features a floating tropical coating with a 9.5 ft clear intermediate tip for deeper flats.
The Clouser taper is perfect for casting into a fifteen-knot breeze.
Sounds unbelievable, but this line will turn over a 12 ft - 15 ft leader in a strong wind.
A 9 ft leader attached to the clear AquaLux tip gives you an effective 18 foot leader, which is stealthy enough for any wary fish.
Your guide can still follow the fly at this length, while a totally clear line is really tough to track.
Florida bonefish are normally found in deeper waters of two to four feet. With the 9.5 ft clear sinking AquaLux® intermediate tip, you will get your fly down to the bonefish.
Available in a 7wt (WF-7-F/I) or 8wt (WF-8-F/I) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF7F/I
198 gr (12.8 gm)
58.5' (17.8 m)
6' (1.8 m)
21.0' (6.4 m)
10' (3.0 m)
3.8' (1.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
22 lb. (10 kg)
41.5' (12.6 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
WF8F/I
231 gr (15.0 gm)
57.5' (17.5 m)
6' (1.8 m)
22.0' (6.7 m)
10' (3.0 m)
3.8' (1.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
22 lb. (10 kg)
42.5' (13.0 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
Medium length front taper to improve turnover without sacrificing presentation
A slightly longer back taper to smooth out the casting loop
A hard coating combined with a medium stiff single strand monofilament core results in longer casts and a line that holds up to heat even in the most extreme tropical conditions
Media
Click the appropriate link below to view a video clip shot in the Bahamas and showing fantastic bonefishing with RIO's Bonefish Fly Line.
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Jim Teeny's original plan was to develop a one piece fly line with a sinking deep water express shooting head mated with a floating running line that would be easy to cast and very strong. That it would be perfectly balanced and color coded so one could easily see when they could roll cast or pick the line up off the water at the optimum time for the easiest and best results. Because he lives on the west coast, the lines were originally designed for fly fishing for salmon and steelhead on our west coast rivers and streams.
Shortly after their introduction, it was apparent that many other fly anglers had their own ideas about other uses for the lines. In the salt for stripers, blue fish, halibut, bill fish, Tarpon and many others, all fell prey to the T - Series lines. Realistically, what the T - Series & Saltwater Series fly lines have done is open up new fisheries both fresh and saltwater. There is hardly a fish that we cannot go after and quite possibly land with a certain amount of luck.
T-SERIES
24 ft. sinking/66 ft. floating. Designed to get your fly down quickly
Type
Sink Rate
Description
Rod Weights
30 Ft Weight
Length
Color
T-200
5.5 ips
Speed Sink/Floating
6wt » 9wt
200 gr (13.0 gm)
90' (27.375 m)
White/Brown
66' (20.075 m)
24' (7.3 m)
T-300
6.5 ips
Speed Sink/Floating
7wt » 10wt
300 gr (19.4 gm)
90' (27.375 m)
Orange/Brown
66' (20.075 m)
24' (7.3 m)
Media
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The TS Series represents a longer version of the original Teeny T Series fly lines. The sinking section is 30 feet long with a 70 foot running line section, totaling 100 feet. The title of the line is Saltwater Series, but it works equally well in freshwater when distance is important.
Teeny Designed this line for anglers who prefer to cast long distances of up to 100 feet. Many have found this line to be very useful on the big wide rivers on the west coast where casting distance is important. If you wish to fish close in, say 20 to 30 feet, you can easily do this. Simply roll cast some of the sinking line. Short leaders seem to work best with these lines. Jim usually runs about 4 feet of leader off the fly line when fishing for Steelhead or Salmon. The best way to cast this type of line is to get the color change to your rod tip and roll cast your line to the surface and then immediately make a single false cast and then shoot it where you want it to go. A great size for Billfish is the TS-550 which is perfect for quick casting and excellent balance to turn over large flies. This line works equally well in both fresh and salt water.
TS-SERIES
30 ft. sinking/70 ft. floating. Low profile floating line to reduce tangles
Type
Sink Rate
Description
Rod Weights
30 Ft Weight
Length
Color
TS-250
6 ips
Speed Sink/Floating
7wt » 9wt
250 gr (16.25 gm)
100' (30.416 m)
Salmon/Dark Green
70' (21.291 m)
30' (9.125 m)
Media
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The New TS-T Flats Taper line has a 10 foot Clear Tip (slow sinking) along with 14 feet of regular intermediate sinking line. Total tip length is 24' of slow sinking head and 76 feet Floating. This line comes one piece from the factory for greater strength and smoothness when casting.
The big advantage this line will have is on fish that are swimming deeper and it's important that your fly be presented at the proper level. After experimenting with the clear tip or clear lines it's been proven time and time again that an all clear or long clear tip is a definite disadvantage for the angler and also for the guide. They are to hard to see and follow for accurate casts and presentation. Teeny designed a similar line back in the early 80's for Tarpon fishing at Homosassa Springs in Florida. Many seasons passed by as he longed for a line such as this for his arsenal.
Saltwater 10' Clear Tip
24 ft. sinking/76 ft. Floating. Works equally well in fresh water
Type
Sink Rate
Description
Rod Weights
30 Ft Weight
Length
Color
TS-T-200
1.5 ips
Intermediate/Floating
7wt » 9wt
200 gr (13.0 gm)
100' (30.42 m)
Goldenrod/Clear
76' (23.12 m)
24' (7.3 m)
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Density Compensated (DC) 24 Ft Tapered Sinking Tip Fly Line
The best sinking tip fly line in the world whether you are streamer fishing for trout or using marabous for steelhead and salmon. The DC 24 ft sink tip line has been the line of choice for steelhead anglers for many years.
No more level sinking tips - although the tip has a smaller diameter than the thicker sinking belly, the tip will sink first, presenting the fly at the same level as the fish for more strikes.
The short, thick body section behind the sinking tip keeps the heavy density tip from hinging and is much easier to cast than competitors’ lines. The balanced length of thick floating body ensures a no hinge effect during the casting stroke.
The durable running line ensures that these lines will outlast those of any competitor.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Middle Taper
Body 2
Front Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
200 gr (13.0 gm)
67' (20.4 m)
4' (1.2 m)
4' (1.2 m)
1'6" (0.5 m)
20' (6.1 m)
3' (0.9 m)
6" (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
33' (10.1 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
300 gr (19.4 gm)
65' (19.8 m)
4' (1.2 m)
6' (1.8 m)
1'6" (0.5 m)
20' (6.1 m)
3' (0.9 m)
6" (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
35' (10.7 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Fly Line
24' D.C. Sink Tip
Recommended Fly Rod Size
Sink Rate (inches per second)
200 gr
7wt»8wt
5.5 ips
300 gr
8wt»9wt
7.3 ips
Fly Line Features:
Weight forward taper
Density Compensated tapered design with uniform tip sink rates more info window
Thick floating body to turn over sinking tip without a "hinge" effect
Medium length back taper
Tungsten coldwater coating
Nylon multifilament braided core
Striped Bass Fly Line Powerflex® Core
This line offers a 40 ft water clear AquaLux® head and a super slick, supple running line on a supple coldwater single strand monofilament core for smooth casting and minimal coiling.
A short front bullet taper and medium length back taper (based on RIO's Clouser line taper) propels large flies to stripers, bluefish and seatrout.
Includes welded loop on the front end.
The perfect saltwater intermediate line in cooler conditions.
Available in a 7wt (WF-7-I) or 8wt (WF-8-I) on this reel.
The Saltwater I/I line is a full intermediate (1.5 ips .7 cm/s) line with a green tint and a 9.5 ft clear tip. It is a great line for laid-up fish that are a little deeper in the water column or for keeping in touch with the fly in choppy water. Based on the Clouser taper and built on RIO's Powerflex core with a tropical coating, it is the perfect full intermediate line for fishing in warmer climes. Welded loops on both ends.
Available in a 8wt (WF-8-I/I) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF8I/I
231 gr (15.0 gm)
59' (18 m)
6' (1.8 m)
21' (6.4 m)
10' (3.0 m)
3.8' (1.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
41.5' (12.6 m)
100' (30.5 m)
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Density Compensated (DC) Type 4 Full Sinking Fly Line4
The DC series of sinking lines have a denser tip than the body, ensuring the line sinks straight, not in the curve of regular sinking lines. This results in better bite detection and more hook ups. These lines are made on a supple core for memory free performance and have a super smooth, tungsten impregnated coating that makes distance casting easy. An essential range of lines for the serious lake angler.
Available in a 8wt (WF-8-S4) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Front Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF8S4
210 gr
48'
8'
24'6"
9'
6"
25 lb.
42' Head
90' Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6"-18" (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3’ (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2’-4’ (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3’-7’ (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4’-10’ (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8’-15’ (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
Deep 7
15’-30’ (4.6m-9.2m)
7-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Density Compensated tapered design with uniform tip sink rates more info window
Supple monofilament braided core
Super smooth, tungsten impregnated coating
Density Compensated (DC) Type 6 Full Sinking Fly Line Powerflex® Core
The DC series of sinking lines have a denser tip than the body, ensuring the line sinks straight, not in the curve of regular sinking lines. This results in better bite detection and more hook ups. These lines are made on a supple core for memory free performance and have a super smooth, tungsten impregnated coating that makes distance casting easy. An essential range of lines for the serious lake angler.
Available in a 7wt (WF-7-S6) or 8wt (WF-8-S6) on this reel.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Front Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF7S6
185 gr
53'
7'
22'
8'
6"
25 lb.
37.5' Head
90' Line
WF8S6
210 gr
48'
8'
24'6"
9'
6"
25 lb.
42' Head
90' Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6"-18" (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3' (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2’-4’ (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3’-7’ (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4’-10’ (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8’-15’ (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
Deep 7
1 5’-30’ (4.6m-9.2m)
7-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Density Compensated tapered design with uniform tip sink rates more info window
Supple Powerflex® monofilament braided core
Super smooth, tungsten impregnated coating
Deep 7™ Type 7 Full Sinking Fly Line
This full sinking fly line was developed for the expert competition reservoir “buzzer” or chironomid anglers in the United Kingdom who need to get their flies down deep and fast. The Deep 7, built on an ultra thin single-strand monofilament core, is one of the fastest and most durable sinking lines in the world. It gets flies down deep and generates high line speed. North American anglers find it useful fishing in waters such as the Kamloops area of British Columbia or the desert lakes of the U.S. The Deep 7 is created for a 7 weight fly rod, but can be used on 5 – 8 weight.
Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Diameter
Rear Taper
Body
Diameter
Front Taper
Tip
Diameter
Tensile Strength
WF7S7 (5wt-8wt)
193 gr
60' (18.3 m)
0.025" (0.635 mm)
4.5' (1.37 m)
30' (9.15 m)
0.028" (0.711 mm)
6.8' (2.074 m)
6" (0.153 m)
0.025" (0.635 mm)
25 lb.
40' (12.2 m) Head
100' (30.5 m) Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6”-18” (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3' (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2'-4' (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3'-7' (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4'-10' (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8'-15' (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
Deep 7
15'-30' (4.6m-9.2m)
7-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Ultra thin single-strand monofilament core
Gets flies down deep
Generates high line speed
Works well on 5 weight through 8 weight rods
Coldwater VersiTip Interchangeable Tip Fly Line by RIO
Evolved from the WindCutter® fly line design, the VersiTip has the RIO non-hinging welded loop design and four interchangeable sinking tips. The smooth, slim welded loops will not foul in the guides. Unlike other sink tips, this line is designed with a thick belly to turn over heavy sinking density tips. Attach either the Clouser taper floating tip or one of the sinking tips directly to the belly.
It is the fly line favored by Alaskan guides for all species and by steelhead fly fishers. With the VersiTip line, the fly fisher is always prepared to meet all fishing conditions. Made with a memory-free coldwater coating and core.
Packaged with:
Floating Tip
15 ft AquaLux Intermediate Sinking Tip (1.5 ips 3.8 cm/s)
Type 3 DC Sinking Tip (3 - 4 ips 8.9 cm/s)
Type 6 DC Sinking Tip (6 - 7 ips 17 cm/s)
Type 8 DC Sinking Tip (8 - 9 ips 20.3 cm/s)[sizes #8 only]
Weight
Head Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Middle Taper
Body 2 Length
Front Taper
Bullet Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF6 TIPS
200 gr (13.0 gm)
160 gr (10.4 gm)
62' (18.9 m)
4' (1.2 m)
18' (5.5 m)
6' (1.8 m)
4'6" (1.4 m)
6" (0.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
38' (11.6 m)
100' (30.5 m)
WF7 TIPS
220 gr (14.3 gm)
185 gr (12.0 gm)
62' (18.9 m)
4' (1.2 m)
18' (5.5 m)
6' (1.8 m)
4'6" (1.4 m)
6" (0.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
38' (11.6 m)
100' (30.5 m)
WF8 TIPS
260 gr (16.8 gm)
210 gr (13.6 gm)
62' (18.9 m)
4' (1.2 m)
18' (5.5 m)
6' (1.8 m)
4'6" (1.4 m)
6" (0.2 m)
.2' (0.1 m)
.8' (0.2 m)
25 lb. (11.4 kg)
38' (11.6 m)
100' (30.5 m)
38' Head 100' Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6"-18" (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3’ (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2’-4’ (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3’-7’ (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4’-10’ (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8’-15’ (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
D.C. Type 8
15’-30’ (4.6m-9.2m)
8-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Density Compensated tapered design with uniform tip sink rates more info window
RIO non-hinging welded loop design
Thick belly to turn over heavy sinking tip section for no "hinge" effect
Four interchangeable tips - Five tips on weights 8-10
Coldwater coating on a memory-free nylon multifilament braided core
Tip Pouch
Easy to customize
Tropical VersiTip Interchangeable Tip Fly Line by RIO
The Tropical VersiTip is a superb choice for the traveling fly fisher who is not targeting any specific species and wants to carry a limited amount of gear.
The Tropical VersiTip gives the angler versatility by providing an assortment of easily changed configurations.
Packaged with:
Clouser taper 15 ft Floating Tip
15 ft AquaLux Intermediate Sinking Tip (1.5 ips 3.8 cm/s)
Type 3 DC Sinking Tip (3 - 4 ips 8.9 cm/s)
Type 6 DC Sinking Tip (6 - 7 ips 17 cm/s)
Type 8 DC Sinking Tip (8 - 9 ips 20.3 cm/s)
The body and tips feature the RIO proprietary welded loops that will not catch in the guides and a hard tropical coating that will not wilt or snag in the guides in hot weather.
Weight
Head Weight
30 Ft Weight
Running Line
Rear Taper
Body
Middle Taper
Front Taper
Tip
Tensile Strength
WF8 TIPS
260 gr (16.8 gm)
210 gr (13.6 gm)
63' (19.2 m)
3.5' (1.1 m)
7' (2.1 m)
21'6" (6.6 m)
4'6" (1.4 m)
3" (0.1 m)
20 lb. (9.1 kg)
37' (11.3 m)
100' (30.5 m)
37' Head 100' Line
Effective Depth Range
Fly Line
Stillwater Fishing Depth
Sink Rate
MidgeTip
6"-18" (0.15m-0.45m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux Tip
18"-3’ (0.24m-0.9m)
Tip only-1.5 ips (4 cm/s)
AquaLux
2’-4’ (0.6m-1.2m)
1.5-2 ips (4-5 cm/s)
D.C. Type 3
3’-7’ (0.9m-2.1m)
3-4 ips (8-10 cm/s)
D.C. Type 4
4’-10’ (1.2m-3.0m)
4-5 ips (10-13 cm/s)
D.C. Type 6
8’-15’ (2.4m-4.6m)
6-7 ips (15-18 cm/s)
D.C. Type 8
15’-30’ (4.6m-9.2m)
8-9 ips (18-23 cm/s)
Fly Line Features:
Density Compensated tapered design with uniform tip sink rates more info window
RIO non-hinging welded loop design
Thick belly to turn over heavy sinking tip section for no "hinge" effect
Five interchangeable tips
Tropical coating will not wilt or snag in the guides in hot weather
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