Basics of modern fly lines
The most common characteristic of a fly line is the line class. For trout fishing you usually need line classes from # 2 to # 6. In our opinion you should stay with the recommended fly line classes of the specific fly rod. We do not suggest to fish SAGE rods with one higher line class than the actual line class of the rod.
Line class # 2 is mainly made for very delicate trout fishing in little streams and when you expect smaller to medium sized fish.
Line classes # 4 and #5 are by far the most fished fly rods and fly lines for trout and grayling. If you plan to chase big trout on large waters then you should choose line class #6 for perfect casting and fishing.
Nowsdays most of the fished fly lines are weight forward (WF) lines. You will find this abbreviation on most of the modern fly lines. e.g. WF-5-F means: weight forward, line class 5, F= floating. The following explained fly lines are all weight forward trout lines.
With a weight forward fly line you have a certain taper or profile of the line. Most of the weight is positioned in the front part of the line. This part enables you to cast further distances. But the different profiles of the lines give different casting and fishing abilities and different usages. After the front head of the line you will find the so called running line. It is a thin coated line behind the head of the fly line.
Modern fly lines can be distinguished with the following features. These features define the abilities how to cast and to fish with this fly line:
- Line class: fromt #2 til #6 can be used for trout fishing in Europe
- Taper (profile): is it a weight forward (WF) line or is it a double tapered (DT) line?
- Core: What type of core does the fly line have? Braided of mono core?
Standard fly line cores have a stretch of 15 to 20% in length. Modern low stretch cores like RIOs ConnectCorePlus have a low stretch of 6%. - Sinking Rates: F=floating, slow sinking (I=intermediate), sinking (S3= sinks 3 inch pro per second approx. 7,5 cm/s)
- Coating: SlickCast is the latest and best coating RIO can offer. It the most durable and slickest coating they ever developed.
- Loop connections: does the line feature little loops on the ends? This makes is very easy to change leaders etc.
- Colours: How many colours does the fly line have?
- Laser-Easy-ID: RIO fly lines usually have the laser id printed onto the front part of the fly line. It show the type, class etc.
- Max Float Tip: some of the most sold trout fly lines feature a "max float tip". eg. RIO Gold. There you will find approx. 60 cm of the tip which feels a little rough. A special material is applied onto the tip of the fly line to have a perfect floating tip.
RIO Gold Fly Lines
The RIO Gold fly lines are by fare the most sold fly lines from RIO. The reputationy of the RIO Gold fly line is legendary. These lines are always a safe bet to fish it for trout worldwide!
Features of the RIO Gold fly lines:
Features of the RIO Gold fly lines:
- There are 2 versions of the RIO GOLD fly lines:
Version 1: RIO Elite Gold - with ConnectCore Plus core (low stretch) and SlickCast Coating
Version 2: RIO Premier Gold - with SlickCast Coating - the most durable and slickest coating
- Line classes: # 3 til # 8
- Taper WF, head length 14,6m (mit Front und Rear Taper) total length: 27,4m
- Core: braided core (ConnecCore Plus or stanard core)
- Coating: SlickCast Coating
- Loops: micro loops on both ends
- Colours: two tone - (Premier Gold) or SureFire three coloured (Elite Gold)
- Laser Easy ID: type and class is printed
- Max Float Tip: some of the most sold trout fly lines feature a "max float tip". eg. RIO Gold. There you will find approx. 60 cm of the tip which feels a little rough. A special material is applied onto the tip of the fly line to have a perfect floating tip.
RIO Gold Fliegenschnüre
RIO Products
Elite Gold
The ULTIMATE, ALL-AROUND fly line with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance!
Long head for ultimate casting control
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, duraable SlickCast
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Taper design to cast flies between #22 and #2
The ELITE RIO GOLD has a taper design that gives incredible loop stability at distance and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #2 and #22. With a long head and back taper this line is an excellent all around fly line on rivers and lakes when long casts and complete line control are required. The low stretch core creates the smoothest, most durable fly lines ever made, with incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing, and provides enhanced detection of takes, faster hook sets, and far greater control when playing a fish. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Technologies:
ConnectCore Plus
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features:
SureFire
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-4
175gr (11.3gm)
46ft (14m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
208gr (13.5gm)
47ft (14.3m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
234gr (15.2gm)
48ft (14.6m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-7
270gr (17.5gm)
49ft (14.9m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-8
310gr (20.1gm)
50ft (15.2m)
100ft (30.5m)
€139.50*
RIO Products
Premier Gold (moss/gold - floating) Fly Line
THE ULTIMATE, ALL-AROUND floating line for trout with ultra-slick performance.
The RIO GOLD has a revolutionary taper design that gives incredible loop stability at distance, a unique profile that allows a rod to load at close range and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #22 and #2. The RIO Gold is the ultimate all round, floating line for the trout fly fisher and is built with "MaxFloat Tip" technology, RIO's proprietary tip coating formula that floats more than twice as high as regular line tips, without any increase in diameter.
In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Long head for ultimate casting control
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Front biased weight to load rods at close range Taper design to cast flies between #22 and #2
Color: moss/gold
Technology
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
DualTone
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-3
158gr (10.2gm)
45ft (13.7m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-4
175gr (11.3gm)
46ft (14m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
208gr (13.5gm)
47ft (14.3m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
234gr (15.2gm)
48ft (14.6m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-7
270gr (17.5gm)
49ft (14.9m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-8
310gr (20.1gm)
50ft (15.2m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-9
345gr (22.4gm)
50ft (15.2m)
90ft (27.4m)
€99.90*
RIO Technical Trout Fly Lines
This line series is perfect of delicate and smooth presentations. Especially fly fishers who love casting will enjoy this line a lot. The longer head (long belly line) enables you to cast on long distances with pinhole accuracy. Dry flies can be presented with the highest precision.
Features RIO TECHNICAL TROUT fly lines:
- RIO Technical Trout is available in 3 versions:
Version 1: RIO Elite Technical Trout - with ConnectCore Plus (low stretch) and SlickCast coating
Version 2: RIO Premier Technical Trout (WF)- with SlickCast Coating - the most durable and slickest coating
Version 3: RIO Premier Technical Trout (DT) -with SlickCast Coating - the most durable and slickest coating -
Line classes : # 3 to # 6
- Taper: WF, Head length 15,8 m - total length: 27,4m - (also available in DT version)
- Core: braided core (ConnecCore Plus or standard core)
- Coating: SlickCast Coating
- Loops: micro loops on both ends
- Colours: two tone- (Premier Technical Trout) or SureFire - three colours (Elite Technical Trout)
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Laser Easy ID: type and class is printed on the front of the line
RIO Technical Trout Fliegenschnüre
RIO Products
Elite Technical Trout
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR delicate presentations of small flies to technical feeders at range, with lowstretch, ultra-slick performance.
Long front taper turns over flies with delicacy and precision
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Extended head and back taper increases loop control when carrying long lengths of line
RIO’s ELITE TECHNICAL TROUT line features a long, fine front taper for the lightest of presentations and delicacy and is the ideal choice of line when fishing dry flies, nymphs, soft hackles and emergers to tricky eaters at distance. The line has a long head and back taper to increase loop control when carrying long lengths, and for making precise casts to rising fish, while the weight distribution makes it easy to turn over long leaders for technical feeders at range.
The low stretch core provides incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-3
150gr (9.7gm)
45ft (13.7m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-4
190gr (12.3gm)
49ft (14.9m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
230gr (14.9gm)
52ft (15.8m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
265gr (17.2gm)
54ft (16.5m)
90ft (27.4m)
Technology
ConnectCore Plus
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
SureFire
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
€139.50*
RIO Products
Premier Technical Trout (WF-floating)
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR delicate presentations of small flies to technical feeders at range with ultra-slick performance.
Long front taper turns over flies with dilicacy and precision
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Extended head and back taper increases loopcontrol when carrying long lengths of line
Specifically designed to turn over long leaders for technical trout
RIO’s TECHNICAL TROUT line features a long, fine front taper for the lightest of presentations and delicacy and is the ideal choice of line when fishing dry flies, nymphs, soft hackles and emergers to tricky eaters at distance. The line has a long head and back taper to increase loop control when carrying long lengths, and formaking precise casts to rising fish, while the weight distribution makes it easy to turn over long leaders for technical feeders at range. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
This line is available in both Weight Forward and Double Taper options and is built with a supple core and coldwater coating.
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-3
150gr (9.7gm)
45ft (13.7m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-4
190gr (12.3gm)
49ft (14.9m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
230gr (14.9gm)
52ft (15.8m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
265gr (17.2gm)
54ft (16.5m)
90ft (27.4m)
Technology
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
DualTone
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
€109.50*
RIO Products
Premier Technical Trout (DT-floating)
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR delicate presentations of small flies to technical feeders at range with ultra-slick performance.
Long taper turns over flies with delicacy and precison
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
The double taper increases loop control when carrying long lengths of line
Specifically designed to turn over long leaders for technical trout
RIO’s TECHNICAL TROUT line features a long, taper for the lightest of presentations and delicacy and is the ideal choice of linewhen fishing dry flies, nymphs, soft hackles and emergers to tricky eaters at distance. The double tapered line has a long body to increase loop control when carrying long lengths, and for making precise casts to rising fish.In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount offriction ever measured in a fly line.
Line details
Type
Head Length
Full Line Length
DT-3-F
80ft (24m)
80ft (24m)
DT-4-F
80ft (24m)
80ft (24m)
DT-5-F
90ft (27.4m)
90ft (27.4m)
DT-6-F
90ft (27.4m)
90ft (27.4m)
Technology
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
Dualtone
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Verarbeitete RIO-Technologien
Max Float TipSicher kennen Sie das Problem, dass die verjüngten, dünnen Schnurenden vieler Schwimmschnüre schlecht schwimmen und sich manchmal wie Sink-Tips verhalten. Diese fehlende Auftriebskraft konnte RIO durch die doppelt so hoch schwimmende Coating Formel „MaxFloat Tip“ lösen, ohne den Durchmesser der Spitze erhöhen zu müssen. Das Ergebnis ist ein Maximum an Schwimmeigenschaft, genau wo diese gebraucht wird und ein reduzierter Widerstand beim Schnur abheben.
€109.50*
RIO Perception Fly Lines
Fly fishers love the RIO Perception because of its shorter head (short belly line - 11 Meter). Thus you will be loaed very quickly and presentations from short to long distances are possible in a perfect way.
Fpr all nymph fishermen: the bright green tip of the fly line makes it very easy to detect strikes during nymphing without any strike indicator.
Features of the RIO PERCEPTION fly lines:
- There are 2 versions of the RIO Perception available:
Version 1: RIO Elite Perception - with ConnectCore Pluse core(low stretch) and SlickCast coating
Version 2: RIO Premier Perception - with SlickCast Coating - the most durable and slickest RIO coating -
Line class: # 3 to # 8
- Taper: WF-5-F, Head length 11,0 m - total length: 27,4m
- Core: braided core (ConnecCore Plus core or standard core)
- Coating: SlickCast Coating
- Loops: micro loops on both ends
- Colours: two tone - (Premier Perception) or three-coloured (Elite Perception)
-
Laser Easy ID: type and line class is printed on the front of the line
RIO Perception Fliegenschnüre
RIO Products
Elite Perception
EASY CASTING ALL-AROUND TROUT LINE, with low-stretch, ultraclick performance.
The ELITE RIO PERCEPTION is an easy casting, general purpose fly line that casts nymphs, dry flies, streamers and soft hackles with ease. The short head makes this a particularly good line on smaller rivers and lakes when long distance line control is not necessary. The low stretch core gives incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing, and provides enhanced detection of takes, faster hook sets, and far greater control when playing a fish.
In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Easy casting taper design for great all-around performance
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Technology
ConnectCore Plus
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
SureFire
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-3
134gr (8.7gm)
35ft (10.7m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-4
154gr (10gm)
36ft (11m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
173gr (11.2gm)
36ft (11m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
197gr (12.8gm)
36ft (11m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-7
245gr (15.9gm)
37ft (11.2m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-8
290gr (18.8gm)
38ft (11.6m)
100ft (30.5m)
€139.50*
RIO Products
Premier Perception Fly Line
The RIO PERCEPTION is an easy casting, general purpose fly line that casts nymphs, dry flies, streamers and soft hackles with ease. The short head makes this a particularly good line on smaller rivers and lakes when long distance line control is not necessary. This line is built with SlickCast, RIO's proprietary coating technology, which creates the slickest, most durable fly lines on the market. Lab tests show that lines built with SlickCast have the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line. In addition, the line features MaxFloat Tip Technology, RIO's proprietary tip coating formula that floats more than twice as high as regular line tips, without any increase in diameter.
Length: 24.4 m (#3) / 27.4m (#4-#8)Colour: green/camo
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-3
134gr (8.7gm)
35ft (10.7m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-4
154gr (10gm)
36ft (11m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
173gr (11.2gm)
36ft (11m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
197gr (12.8gm)
36ft (11m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-7
245gr (15.9gm)
37ft (11.2m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-8
290gr (18.8gm)
38ft (11.6m)
100ft (30.5m)
Processed RIO Technologys
Max Float TipTired of floating lines that work like Sink Tips? Fact is, the reduced coating at the narrow, tapered end of most floating lines doesn’t have enough buoyancy to stay above water. RIO’s MaxFloat Tips solves this age-old problem. Our all-new, proprietary tip coating formula floats more than twice as high as regular line tips, without any increase in diameter. That puts maximum floatation right where you need it for reduced drag, longer presentations and quieter pickups.
Max CastMaxCast is a ultra-sophisticated line coating, made with a groundbreaking proprietary formula. It redefines floating line performance. MaxCast lines float higher, shoot farther, last longer and stay cleaner.
Welded LoopsRIO pioneered / originated the innovative welded loop technique. Welded loop fly line tips float better and enable a rapid change of leader. Almost all RIO fly lines are supplied with these small welded loops, please see the appropriate line diagram for information.
€109.50*
RIO "Special Lines" for Trout Fishing
The above mentioned fly lines will probably cover 80% of all needed trout fishing applications. But RIO offers some exeptional good fly lines for so special allplications.
Here you receive a list of specialty fly lines with ther special applications:
- RIO Elite GRAND: this fly lines is calibrated 3/4 heavier than a standard line class. Thus this enables you to present larger flies with a lot of power. Alsways good to combine it with a fast rod.
- RIO Premier Creek: this fly line a available in line classes #0 to #5. It features a short head (9m) and loads your rod very quickly. This line is recommended for shorter rods and smaller waters like creeks.
- RIO Single Handed Spey: perfect for single handed spey casts, switch casts of roll casts. The line features a lone "rear taper" which enables you to make great swith of roll casts.
- AVID & Mainstream lines: those lines are universal fly lines with a good price point. They do not feature the latest technologies and have only one colour and one loop. Neverhteless those lines are great for once in a while flyfishermen who want a good quality line!
RIO Spezial-Fliegenschnüre
RIO Products
Elite Grand
DESIGNED FOR FAST-ACTION fly rods, with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance.
A full line size heavier to easily load fast rods
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Front loaded, short head
The ELITE RIO GRAND is a full line size heavier than the industry standard, and features more weight distributed towards the front of the line to easily load faster action fly rods. The low stretch core gives incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing, and provides enhanceddetection of takes, faster hook sets, and far greater control when playing a fish. The RIO Grand is the best choice of line for the modern, fast action fly rod.
In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Technology
ConnectCore Plus
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features
SureFire
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-4
175gr (11.3gm)
37ft (11.2m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
195gr (12.6gm)
37ft (11.3m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
230gr (14.9gm)
39ft (11.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-7
280gr (18.1gm)
40ft (12.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-8
310gr (20.1gm)
41ft (12.5m)
100ft (30.5m)
€139.50*
RIO Products
Premier Creek
Designed for anglers that fish small creeks and streams.
RIO’s Creek line has been designed for anglers that fish small creeks and streams. The line loads at close range, allowing anglers to make short casts of 10 to 15 feet with ease, yet has enough body and head length for those occasions when a longer cast is needed. Each line is built on a supple coldwater core for tangle-free performance, and features SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market. In addition, the line features MaxFloat Tip Technology, RIO's proprietary tip coating formula that floats more than twice as high as regular line tips, without any increase in diameter.
Length: 19,8 m (#0 - #2) / 22,8 m (#3 - #4)Colour: green/yellowOnly the WF-0-F does not have any loops because of weight issues.
Modell
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF0
30ft (9.1m)
65ft (20m)
WF1
30ft (9.1m)
65ft (20m)
WF2
30ft (9.1m)
65ft (20m)
WF3
30ft (9.1m)
75ft (23.1m)
WF4
30ft (9.1m)
75ft (23.1m)
RIO Technologies
Max Float TipTired of floating lines that work like Sink Tips? Fact is, the reduced coating at the narrow, tapered end of most floating lines doesn’t have enough buoyancy to stay above water. RIO’s MaxFloat Tips solves this age-old problem. Our all-new, proprietary tip coating formula floats more than twice as high as regular line tips, without any increase in diameter. That puts maximum floatation right where you need it for reduced drag, longer presentations and quieter pickups.
Max CastMaxCast is a ultra-sophisticated line coating, made with a groundbreaking proprietary formula. It redefines floating line performance. MaxCast lines float higher, shoot farther, last longer and stay cleaner.
AgentXTraditionally, getting a fly line to float has required mixing tiny glass balls (called microspheres) into the lines coating. After years of experimentation RIO have developed a unique element which is six times more buoyant than those used by other fly line manufacturers. This process is called „Fusion Technology”. By simultaneously processing this super-buoyant undercoating with an ultra-smooth outer coating the results are the smoothest, most durable and highest floating fly lines imaginable.
Welded LoopsRIO pioneered / originated the innovative welded loop technique. Welded loop fly line tips float better and enable a rapid change of leader. Almost all RIO fly lines are supplied with these small welded loops, please see the appropriate line diagram for information.
€99.90*
RIO Products
ELITE Single Handed Spey
The perfect Line for Roll and Single Handed Spey Casts with low-stretch, Ultra-slick performance. The Single Handed Spey line has been designed to be a fantastic tool for anglers that prefer/need to perform roll and single-handed Spey casts. The rear weight distribution loads a rod deeply in the tightest of quarters, allowing anglers to make long, effortless casts with obstacles close behind. Though primarily designed for roll casting, this line also performs exceptionally easy overhead casts with incredibly smooth loop control. Each line is built on RIO's low stretch ConnectCore Plus for maximum performance, and features SlickCast— the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
There are 2 different density lines to cover every fishing situation:-A Full Floating line (F), for top water action-A Floating Line with 10ft of Hover sinking line, then 10ft Intermediate sinking line at the front (F/H/I), for fishing in the top 2-4 ft.
Colour: peach/camo
Line Details:
RIO ELITE Single Handed Spey
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF3
150gr (9.7gm)
33ft (10.1m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF4
175gr (11.3gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF5
200gr (13gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF6
230gr (14.9gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF7
260gr (16.8gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF8
300gr (19.4gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
Max CastMaxCast is an ultra-sophisticated line coating, made with a groundbreaking proprietary formula. It redefines floating line performance. MaxCast lines float higher, shoot farther, last longer and stay cleaner.
AgentXTraditionally, getting a fly line to float has required mixing tiny glass balls (called microspheres) into the line’s coating. After years of experimentation RIO has developed a unique element which is six times more buoyant than those used by other fly line manufacturers. This process is called „Fusion Technology”. By simultaneously processing this super-buoyant undercoating with an ultra-smooth outer coating the results are the smoothest, most durable and highest floating fly lines imaginable.
Connect Core PlusRIO’s ConnectCore Plus full-sinking lines open up new worlds of perception and sensitivity with no-stretch performance. Soft, subtle takes become positive grabs, and without stretch to dull reaction times, hook sets are instant and sure. ConnectCore - The secret weapon for stillwater success.
Welded LoopsRIO pioneered / originated the innovative welded loop technique. Welded loop fly line tips float better and enable a rapid change of leader. Almost all RIO fly lines are supplied with these small welded loops, please see the appropriate line diagram for information.
€149.50*
RIO Products
ELITE Single Handed Spey 3D (F/H/I)
The perfect Line for roll and Single Handed Spey Casts with Low-stretch, Ultra-slick performance
The Single Handed Spey line has been designed to be a fantastic tool for anglers that prefer/need to perform roll and single-handed Spey casts. The rear weight distribution loads a rod deeply in the tightest of quarters, allowing anglers to make long, effortless casts with obstacles close behind. Though primarily designed for roll casting, this line also performs exceptionally easy overhead casts with incredibly smooth loop control. Each line is built on RIO's low stretch ConnectCore Plus for maximum performance, and features SlickCast— the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
There are 2 different density lines to cover every fishing situation:-A Full floating Line (F), for top water action-A floating Line with 10ft of Hover sinking line, then 10ft of intermediate sinking line at the front (F/H/I), for fishing in the top 2-4 ft
Colours: clear camo / glacial / peach / camo
Schnurdetails
Model
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF3
150gr (9.7gm)
33ft (10.1m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF4
175gr (11.3gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF5
200gr (13gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF6
230gr (14.9gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF7
260gr (16.8gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF8
300gr (19.4gm)
33ft (10.1m)
90ft (27.4m)
Processed RIO-Technologies
Max CastMaxCast is a ultra-sophisticated line coating, made with a groundbreaking proprietary formula. It redefines floating line performance. MaxCast lines float higher, shoot farther, last longer and stay cleaner.
AgentXTraditionally, getting a fly line to float has required mixing tiny glass balls (called microspheres) into the line’s coating. After years of experimentation RIO has developed a unique element which is six times more buoyant than those used by other fly line manufacturers. This process is called „Fusion Technology”. By simultaneously processing this super-buoyant undercoating with an ultra-smooth outer coating the results are the smoothest, most durable and highest floating fly lines imaginable.
Connect Core PlusRIO’s ConnectCore full-sinking lines open up new worlds of perception and sensitivity with no-stretch performance. Soft, subtle takes become positive grabs, and without stretch to dull reaction times, hook sets are instant and sure. ConnectCore - The secret weapon for stillwater success.
Welded LoopsRIO pioneered / originated the innovative welded loop technique. Welded loop fly line tips float better and enable a rapid change of leader. Almost all RIO fly lines are supplied with these small welded loops, please see the appropriate line diagram for information.
€149.50*
RIO Products
Avid Gold (floating)
Developed with tapers and technology that enhance the fly fishing experience, with ultra-slick performance. Floating lines in the Avid series come in RIO's two most popular and proven tapers, the Gold and the Grand.
Welded loop on the front and back for fast rigging
AVID Gold is best for smaller flies and better presentation
AVID Grand is best for big flies and/or more powerful turnover
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
OverviewRIO's Avid series of fly lines were developed for the keen fly fisher with tapers and technology that enhance the fly fishing experience. Floating lines in the Avid series come in RIO's two most popular and proven tapers, the Gold and the Grand. The Avid Gold is ideal for the angler who prefers smaller flies and more delicate presentations while the Avid Grand is better suited to anyone fishing larger flies where powerful turnover is more important. Both lines are built with RIO's SlickCast technology for unmatched slickness and durability.
€74.90*
RIO Products
Mainstream WF (floating)
Designed to optimize rod performance at normal casting ranges with shorter heads, tapers and running lines that empower novice casters to make the cast. MainStream lines undergo the same rigorous production processes and quality control standards as all RIO products. The MainStream floating lines have a supple self-lubricating coating that remains memory-free in cold water.
Colour: lemon greenLength: 24,4 m
€49.90*
"Must Have" equipment
There are a few equipments pieces which help you to enjoy the time on the water. We have put togehter a few of those "must have" proucts. We have tested all those products and can fully recommend them.
Please check before you go to the water:
- "Fkoatant" - Still something in your Nev-R-Sink bottle?
- Tippet spools- you still have enough 5X tippet? How old is it?
- Polarizing glasses? Where was it again? We suggest glasses from AQUILA.
Text: R.R.
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10-pack Tapered Fly Leader (9ft)
Please choose you needed sizes!TRAUN RIVER tapered leaders are manufactured from high quality nylon. Made in Japan!The combination of a compact power transport butt part combined with a well-balanced taper let these fly leaders turn over smoothly. The tapered fly leader can be tied at the fly line with a nail knot or looped with the integrated perfection loop.
Strength
Tip diameter (mm)
kg
03X
0,43
11,5
02X
0,37
9,5
01X
0,32
7,5
0X
0,27
6,8
1X
0,25
6,0
2X
0,23
4,6
3X
0,21
3,8
4X
0,18
3,2
5X
0,16
2,8
6X
0,14
2,2
7X
0,12
1,6
€36.90*
€49.00*
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10-pack TRAUN RIVER Fluorocarbon Tapered Leader
These TRAUN RIVER fluorocarbon fly leaders are made of high-quality fluorocarbon material.The compact power transition section combined with a well balanced tapered section result in fantastic casting and turnover abilities. Fluorocarbon has almost the same light fefraction like water. Thus these tapered fly leaders are almost invisible for the fish. We offer the most common length of 9 ft / 275 cm with the most sold diameters. Every leader is a equipped with a nice perfection loop for easy attachement at the fly line.Out tapered fluorocarbon fly leaders are made in JAPAN!
Strength US
0X
1X
2X
3X
4X
5X
6X
Tip diameter Ø in mm
0,29
0,27
0,24
0,21
0,18
0,16
0,14
Strength in kg
6,2
5,9
4,9
3,9
2,8
2,2
1,6
€59.90*
€75.00*
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5-pack Tapered Fly Leader (9ft)
Please choose you needed sizes!TRAUN RIVER tapered leaders are manufactured from high quality nylon. Made in Japan!The combination of a compact power transport butt part combined with a well-balanced taper let these fly leaders turn over smoothly. The tapered fly leader can be tied at the fly line with a nail knot or looped with the integrated perfection loop.
Strength
Tip diameter (mm)
kg
03X
0,43
11,5
02X
0,37
9,5
01X
0,32
7,5
0X
0,27
6,8
1X
0,25
6,0
2X
0,23
4,6
3X
0,21
3,8
4X
0,18
3,2
5X
0,16
2,8
6X
0,14
2,2
7X
0,12
1,6
€19.90*
€24.50*
(18.78% saved)
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TRAUN RIVER Fluorocarbon Tapered Leader
These TRAUN RIVER fluorocarbon fly leaders are made of high-quality fluorocarbon material.The compact power transition section combined with a well balanced tapered section result in fantastic casting and turnover abilities. Fluorocarbon has almost the same light fefraction like water. Thus these tapered fly leaders are almost invisible for the fish. We offer the most common length of 9 ft / 275 cm with the most sold diameters. Every leader is a equipped with a nice perfection loop for easy attachement at the fly line.Out tapered fluorocarbon fly leaders are made in JAPAN!
Strength US
0X
1X
2X
3X
4X
5X
6X
Tip diameter Ø in mm
0,29
0,27
0,24
0,21
0,18
0,16
0,14
Strength in kg
6,2
5,9
4,9
3,9
2,8
2,2
1,6
€32.90*
AQUILA Polarized Glasses
AQUILA Polarizing Glasses Ghillie (green mirror)
The AQUILA polarizing sunglasses have a fantastic design, offer a superb protection and provide the highest comfort for your eyes! The brandnew AQUILA Premium Polarized glasses meet the highest standards for fishing glasses. They are produced by a worldwide leading manufacturer of premium sports sunglasses.The green mirror lenses are excellent for bright sunny days. These glasses are perfect for boating and fishing in saltwater.
The frame is made of polycarbonat material. Thus the frame is very durable and light. The frames are produced through a double injection moulding process. The soft nose and ear paddings are made with a comfortable and soft rubber composition. The comfort of wearing these glasses is very high. Delivery will be with a microfiber cleaning cloth.
TAC Lenses: The lenses of the AQUILA Premium polarized glasses are built with triacetate cellusose material. They are made with 7 layers (including the polarizing layer) which results in a perfect protection and crystal clear view. Additionally the lenses are very durable and resistant against dust and wear and tear. The AQUILA polarized glasses filter 100% of the UV-A and UV-B radiation of the sunlight and protect your eyes. The polarizing filter ensures a anti-reflection on water surfaces. You will gain fantastic views to see fish.
The AQUILA glasses will protect your eyes from sunlight, reflections and approaching tungsten nymphs pretty well!
Features:
Polycarbonat frame
Soft nose pads
Soft inner rubber parts
Durable triacetate lenses
7 layer protection lenses including polarizing filter
oleophobic lens coating against dust, dirt and moisture
Frame colour: grey Lens colour: green mirror (outside)/ brown/grey (inside)
100% UV-A and UV-B protection
including a EVA case
including a microfiber cleaning cloth
€69.90*
AQUILA Polarized Glasses
Ghillie (tortoise/brown) Polarisationsbrille
The AQUILA polarizing sunglasses have a fantastic design, offer a superb protection and provide the highest comfort for your eyes!
The brandnew AQUILA Premium Polarized glasses meet the highest standards for fishing glasses. They are produced by a worldwide leading manufacturer of premium sports sunglasses.
The brown lenses are the „must have“ allround lenses. This glasses can be worn every day out at the water and will give you great views and contrasts for finding fish. You can wear them on bright or overcasted days at the water. The frame is made of polycarbonat material. Thus the frame is very durable and light. The frames are produced through a double injection moulding process.
The soft nose and ear paddings are made with a comfortable and soft rubber composition. The comfort of wearing these glasses is very high. Delivery will be with a microfiber cleaning cloth and a EVA Case.
TAC Lenses: The lenses of the AQUILA Premium polarized glasses are built with triacetate cellusose material. They are made with 7 layers (including the polarizing layer) which results in a perfect protection and crystal clear view. Additionally the lenses are very durable and resistant against dust and wear and tear.
The AQUILA polarized glasses filter 100% of the UV-A and UV-B radiation of the sunlight and protect your eyes. The polarizing filter ensures a anti-reflection on water surfaces.
You will gain fantastic views to see fish. The AQUILA glasses will protect your eyes from sunlight, reflections and approaching tungsten nymphs pretty well!
Features:
Polycarbonat frame
Soft nose pads
Soft inner rubber parts
Durable triacetate lenses
7 layer protection lenses including polarizing filter
oleophobic lens coating against dust, dirt and moisture
Lens colour: brown 100% UV-A and UV-B protection
including a EVA protection case with lanyard including a microfiber cleaning cloth
€59.90*
AQUILA Polarized Glasses
GHILLIE (black/amber) Polarizing Glasses
The AQUILA polarizing sunglasses have a fantastic design, offer a superb protection and provide the highest comfort for your eyes! The brandnew AQUILA Premium Polarized glasses meet the highest standards for fishing glasses. They are produced by a worldwide leading manufacturer of premium sports sunglasses.The amber/yellow lenses are perfect for cloudy days, early mornings or at late evenings. If you fish waters with dark bottoms these glasses are the way to go. It brightens your view and enhances the contrasts.
The frame is made of polycarbonat material. Thus the frame is very durable and light. The frames are produced through a double injection moulding process. The soft nose and ear paddings are made with a comfortable and soft rubber composition. The comfort of wearing these glasses is very high. Delivery will be with a microfiber cleaning cloth.
TAC Lenses: The lenses of the AQUILA Premium polarized glasses are built with triacetate cellusose material. They are made with 7 layers (including the polarizing layer) which results in a perfect protection and crystal clear view. Additionally the lenses are very durable and resistant against dust and wear and tear. The AQUILA polarized glasses filter 100% of the UV-A and UV-B radiation of the sunlight and protect your eyes. The polarizing filter ensures a anti-reflection on water surfaces. You will gain fantastic views to see fish. The AQUILA glasses will protect your eyes from sunlight, reflections and approaching tungsten nymphs pretty well!
Features:
Polycarbonat frame
Soft nose pads
Soft inner rubber parts
Durable triacetate lenses
7 layer protection lenses including polarizing filter
Frame colour: black / Lens colour: amber/yellow
oleophobic lens coating against dust, dirt and moisture
100% UV-A and UV-B protection
including EVA case with lanyard
including a microfiber cleaning cloth
€59.90*
Traun River
Super Tippet (50 m)
Diameter / Strength:
0.22 mm
TRAUN RIVER Super Tippet
Strong, very supple with high tensile and excellent knot strength, Super Tippet possesses the unbeatable properties needed when fishing in salt or fresh water.This is the best tippet material we know! We fish it since more than 2 decades and there ist no better material!
Strength Table - please use clean tied knots!
Strength (US)
7X
6X
5X
4X
3X
2X
1X
Diameter Ø in mm
0,12
0,14
0,16
0,18
0,20
0,22
0,25
Strength in kg
1,8
2,20
3,00
3,60
4,20
5,10
6,40
Suppleness
Even though it has an extremely high tensile strength our Super Tippet remains very supple.
Ultra Violet Protection
Monofilaments enemy is ultra violet light. It was important to us to supply our customers with a tippet that is protected on the spool from ulra violet rays.
User Friendly
The Super Tippet spools are designed to simply slip on to the Traun River Tippet.
Visibility
Super Tippet can be used for even the most wary fish. The inconspicuous colour (transparent smoke grey) is almost invisible in water.
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€8.22*
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Tapered Leaders (275 cm)
Diameter / Strength:
0.23 mm
TRAUN RIVER tapered leaders are manufactured from high quality nylon. The combination of a compact power transport butt part combined with a well-balanced taper let these leaders turn over smoothly. The leader can be tied at the fly line with a nail knot or looped with the integrated perfection loop.
Strength
Tip diameter (mm)
kg
03X
0,43
11,5
02X
0,37
9,5
01X
0,32
7,5
0X
0,27
6,8
1X
0,25
6,0
2X
0,23
4,6
3X
0,21
3,8
4X
0,18
3,2
5X
0,16
2,8
6X
0,14
2,2
7X
0,12
1,6
€4.90*
Traun River
Tapered Fluorocarbon Leader (9ft)
Diameter / Strength:
0.27 mm (1X)
These TRAUN RIVER fluorocarbon fly leaders are made of high-quality fluorocarbon material.The compact power transition section combined with a well balanced tapered section result in fantastic casting and turnover abilities. Fluorocarbon has almost the same light fefraction like water. Thus these tapered fly leaders are almost invisible for the fish. We offer the most common length of 9 ft / 275 cm with the most sold diameters. Every leader is a equipped with a nice perfection loop for easy attachement at the fly line.Out tapered fluorocarbon fly leaders are made in JAPAN!
Strength US
0X
1X
2X
3X
4X
5X
6X
Tip diameter Ø in mm
0,29
0,27
0,24
0,21
0,18
0,16
0,14
Strength in kg
6,2
5,9
4,9
3,9
2,8
2,2
1,6
€7.50*
Traun River
Mitten Scissor Scherenklemme (rainbow)
Our new and very convenient Mitten Scissor Clamps have a smoth and grooved clamp base. This is perfect for pinching the barbs of your hooks. These clamps als feature a well working cutter for your mono or braid!
Features
adjustable
can be used as a hook remover
Line cutter included
included needle for opening the hook eye
Length: 14 cm
€16.90*
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Nev-R-Sink Floatant
Nev-R-Sink - it's just better!
Nev-R-Sink has become a floatant legend in its own time. That it could be improved upon wasn't considered possible. Scientists didn't give up hope and carried on the extensive research. The result is Nev-R-Sink II. Your fly floats higher in the surface and even the finest CDC feathers aren't glued together.
Contents: 15 ml
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€9.95*
RIO Products
Elite Gold
Line Class:
WF-4-F
The ULTIMATE, ALL-AROUND fly line with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance!
Long head for ultimate casting control
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, duraable SlickCast
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Taper design to cast flies between #22 and #2
The ELITE RIO GOLD has a taper design that gives incredible loop stability at distance and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #2 and #22. With a long head and back taper this line is an excellent all around fly line on rivers and lakes when long casts and complete line control are required. The low stretch core creates the smoothest, most durable fly lines ever made, with incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing, and provides enhanced detection of takes, faster hook sets, and far greater control when playing a fish. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, creating the slickest, most durable coating on the market—producing the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line.
Technologies:
ConnectCore Plus
SlickCast
MaxFloat Tip
Features:
SureFire
EasyID
Front Loop
Back Loop
Line details
Type
Full Head Weight
Full Head Length
Full Line Length
WF-4
175gr (11.3gm)
46ft (14m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-5
208gr (13.5gm)
47ft (14.3m)
90ft (27.4m)
WF-6
234gr (15.2gm)
48ft (14.6m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-7
270gr (17.5gm)
49ft (14.9m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-8
310gr (20.1gm)
50ft (15.2m)
100ft (30.5m)
€139.50*
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Nev-R-Sink Powder
Simply place soaked flies, with leaders attached, into the container and shake. This removes water and coats the fly with powder floatant in one easy step. Then just blow away the material on the fly. Now the fly is ready to use again. It is dry and floats high again.
Contents: 25 ml
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€7.50*
Traun River
Grayling Special Leader (with Loop)
You will have noticed that longer finer leaders and light tippets are necessary when dry fly fishing for wary species, such as Grayling, on clear days. This induced us to develope the Grayling Special Leader.By precisely balancing the seperate sections of the Grayling Special we have produced a very accurate leader with excellent turn over qualities. It doesn‘t matter if you fish with small dry flies or the smallest midges, with the Grayling Special you will notice the difference. The shock absorbing section in the butt part of the leader is a cushion against breaking very fine tippets. You can of course use this leader for wary Trout as well. Emergers and weighted nymphs that do not have to be fished too deeply also pose no problem for the Grayling Special.
Length: 305 cm (10 ft)Tippet diameter: 0,14 mmConnection: Loop-to-Loop
The TRAUN RIVER Full Function Leaders are characterized by the following features:
Extremely versatile
Handmade from high quality nylon
Outstanding stretching and rolling properties through progressive taping
Durable and sturdy
With loop connection to the flying line
With integrated rip-off ring that allows quick replacement of the leader material at the tip regardless of its diameter
Well balanced
All braided TRAUN RIVER leaders have an elegant loop at the end for easy connection with the fly line.
In addition, each of these leaders is equipped with a leader ring, or nylon loop on Dry Fly 8ft. As a result, the leader strength can be varied and the leader material can be renewed.
€9.90*
Traun River
Mitten Scissor Scherenklemme (Trout)
Our new and very convenient Mitten Scissor Clamps have a smoth and grooved clamp base. This is perfect for pinching the barbs of your hooks. These clamps als feature a well working cutter for your mono or braid!
Features
adjustable
can be used as a hook remover
Line cutter included
included needle for opening the hook eye
Length: 14 cm
€16.90*
Traun River
Forceps 14 cm Trout with Needle
These new, high-quality fly fishing tools looks good and are very functional. They are made of stainless steel and you can choose between different styles.
Länge: 14 cm
€12.90*
Traun River
Mitten Scissor Scherenklemme (black)
Our new and very convenient Mitten Scissor Clamps have a smoth and grooved clamp base. This is perfect for pinching the barbs of your hooks. These clamps als feature a well working cutter for your mono or braid!
Features
adjustable
can be used as a hook remover
Line cutter included
included needle for opening the hook eye
Length: 14 cm
€16.90*
Traun River
Trout Special Leader (with Loop)
A continual meditation on improvement possibilities for tried and tested products is one of our basic skills. Even when fishing we see it as our duty to spend some of that time cosidering the question - What can we improve on? This is how the Trout Special and the Grayling Special leaders came to be.
The Trout Special Leader with its 290 cm avoids scaring spooky fish by keeping the shadow of the fly line as far as possible from the quarry. The positive turn over qualities of all of our leaders is an accepted fact amongst fly fisherman. This leader presents all sizes of dry fly accurately and precisely. It can also be used for weighted nymphs and jigs that don't have to be fished at great depths. The Trout Special comes with either a Super-Quick-Joint or Loop to Loop joint.
The TRAUN RIVER Full Function Leaders are characterized by the following features:
Extremely versatile
Handmade from high quality nylon
Outstanding stretching and rolling properties through progressive taping
Durable and sturdy
With loop connection to the flying line
With integrated rip-off ring that allows quick replacement of the leader material at the tip regardless of its diameter
Well balanced
All braided TRAUN RIVER leaders have an elegant loop at the end for easy connection with the fly line.
In addition, each of these leaders is equipped with a leader ring, or nylon loop on Dry Fly 8ft. As a result, the leader strength can be varied and the leader material can be renewed.
€9.90*
