DELIVER BIG FLIES QUICKLY TO POWERFUL, FAST-MOVING FISH WITH WIND-CUTTING EFFICIENCY AND MINIMAL FALSE CASTSThe Blitz line’s short, 26-foot head enables the fastest possible delivery and easy shooting. An extended handling section behind the head allows the angler to carry more line for greater accuracy on long cast and easier pickups for second shots. The idea was inspired by chasing albies in the mid- Atlantic, but the Blitz line will be right at home in any fishery where speed counts in order to get a fly in front of fast-moving, feeding fish.- Unique 26-foot short head taper keeps false casts to a minimum- Extended handling section for greater accuracy on long casts and easier pickups on second shots- Multi-Density Control maintains a straight line connection to fly" Blitzes are brief surface feeding chaos and the RIO Blitz Line is like using the drive through window at a fast food joint. The short, heavy head loads the rod quickly, so the fly gets delivered with minimal false casting and an improved thicker running line makes retrieving and recasting a dream. The Blitz Line is not some one trick pony. It can deliver big nasty flies into tight cover or reachout with long probing casts. This taper and running line setup is also good for beginning casters, because the rod loads easily with less false casting."- Brian Horsley / RIO Ambassador
The best choice of line for the modern, fast action fly rod.
The 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. Built with a short head that is easy to cast, this line is also an excellent choice for novice casters who need a little more feel when casting.
Color: green/yellow/gray
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: melon/gray dun
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)
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE DEMANDS OF THE STEELHEAD AND SALMON FLY FISHER.
RIO's Elite Salmon/Steelhead line has been specifically designed to meet the demands of the modern single-hand steelhead and salmon fly angler. The long head and rear taper allow anglers to mend and control the fly at great distance when fishing the swing. A powerful bullet front taper ensures the line easily handles large steelhead and salmon flies, while the rear weight distribution makes this a great line for single handed roll and spey casting. The line is built with ConnectCore Plus and SlickCast Technology for low-stretch, ultra-slick performance.
Features:
Bullet front taper to easily cast larger steelhead & salmon flies
Long head and rear taper for mending control at distance.
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for faster hook sets
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
Specifications:
Color: Moss/Yellow
Density/Sink Rate: Floating
Head Length: 52ft (15.8m)
Total Length: 100ft (30.5m)
Available sizes:
Line size
30ft Head Weight
Total Head Weight
WF-6-F
160gr (10.4gm)
275gr (17.8gm)
WF-7-F
185gr (12gm)
310gr (20.1gm)
WF-8-F
210gr (13.6gm)
355gr (23gm)
WF-9-F
240gr (15.6gm)
400gr (25.9gm)
THE ULTIMATE FLY LINE FOR PRESENTING TERRESTRIALS AND STONEFLIES CLOSE TO BANKSIDE COVER
Whether fishing stoneflies, hoppers, beetles, or cicadas, the most effective presentation is often the same--flies should be dead drifting and tickling the bank. The RIO Bank Robber was designed specifically for this style of fishing. Its fine front taper enables precise, accurate casts while its rear-loaded head easily carries the biggest and bushiest salmonfly pattern. The long back taper makes it easy to mend and extend a drag free drift while a unique, bright green section marks the ideal lengths for loading the rod and picking up for another cast. Finally, the Bank Robber is made with a slightly harder SlickCast coating than a standard trout line, keeping it slick and easy to shoot on even the muggiest summer hopper days. It has never been easier to get your fly up against that cut bank and keep it there, cast after cast.
Features:
Rear-loaded head to carry big bushy flies with ease
Long back taper for easy mends and extended drag free drifts
Fine front taper for precise presentations
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
Specifications:
Line Size: WF5FDensity: FloatLine Color: Tan/Lt Green/TanSink Rate: Float30ft Head Weight: 177gr (11.5gm)Total Head Weight: 265gr (17.2gm)Head Length: 45ft (13.7m)Total Length: 90ft (27.4m)
Designed for slower action rods - especially bamboo, glass and classic action graphite rods, with ultra-slick performance.
RIO's LightLine has been designed to load slower, more traditional action fly rods such as bamboo, glass and the more "Classic" flexing graphite rods. Built to precisely match the industry line standards, this line will not overload such rods — even at longer range. The weight distribution and short front taper ensures the line loads at close range, making it ideal for fishing on smaller creeks and streams, while the softer, supple coating ensures the line remains relaxed and easy to handle in the majority of conditions. In addition the line is built with SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
Sink Rate: Floating
Color: Moss/Ivory
Line Weight
30ft Head Weight
Total Head Weight
Head Length
Total Length
WF-3-F
100gr (6.5g)
145gr (9.4g)
41ft (12.5m)
70ft (21.3m)
WF-4-F
120gr (7.8g)
175gr (11.3g)
41ft (12.5m)
80ft (24.4m)
WF-5-F
140gr (9.1g)
205gr (13.3g)
42ft (12.8m)
80ft (24.4m)
TECHNOLOGIES
SlickCastSlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line.
MaxFloat TipMaxFloat Tip technology is a high float coating that floats more than twice as high as regular fly line tips, without any increase in diameter
FEATURES
DualToneMarks the sweet spot of a fly line by providing an obvious color change in the line at the sweet spot.
EasyIDRIO’s printed line marking system that allows anglers to quickly and easily identify each line.
Front Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the front of the fly line for fast Spey-specific rigging.
Back Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the end of the fly line for fast rigging to backing.
RIO’s Premier COASTAL SEATROUT WF is made for easy casting with maximum distance and perfect presentation in typical coastal conditions. These lines are perfect for the angler targeting the Seatrout and other species along a cold water coastline at any time a year.This new line is now equipped with the fantastic SlickCast Coating - the slickest and most durable coating in the market. Features- perfect for maximum distance with high precision- casts really easy - integrated shooting line- shoots extremely well- perfect small loops on both ends- specially designed for coastal sea trout fishingSinking behaviour: Float / S1-"hover" 1,5 cm/sColour: sand / trans greenLength: 30 m
# 6 - Head Weight: 16 g - Head Length: 9,3 m# 7- Head Weight: 18 g - Head Length: 10 m# 8- Head weight: 20 g - Head Length: 10,5 m
RIO’s PREMIER COASTAL SEATROUT (floating) is made for easy casting with maximum distance and perfect presentation in typical coastal conditions. These lines are perfect for the angler targeting the Seatrout and other species along a cold water coastline at any time a year.This new line is now equipped with the fantastic SlickCast Coating - the slickest and most durable coating in the market. Features- perfect for maximum distance with high precision- casts really easy - integrated shooting line- shoots extremely well- perfect small loops on both ends- specially designed for coastal sea trout fishingSinking behaviour: floatingColour: sand / aqua blueLength: 30 m
# 6 - Head Weight: 16 g - Head Length: 9,3 m# 7- Head Weight: 18 g - Head Length: 10 m
DESIGNED TO CAST LARGE, HEAVY, WIND RESISTANT FLIES IN WARMWATER AND JUNGLE APPLICATIONS
Modeled after the popular Elite Predator line, RIO's Elite Warmwater Predator line series is designed specifically to cast those big flies easily with precision and accuracy in warmer conditions.
Featuring a short, powerful front taper and plenty of weight at the front, these lines have no problem casting the biggest and meatiest of flies with ease. Running lines are all floating, making them easier to mend and pick up than typical intermediate equipped running lines. Whether floating or sink tip, each line is built on RIO's low stretch DirectCore for maximum performance, and features SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
Short, powerful front taper to cast large and heavy flies
Unique, rear-loaded heads for precise, accurate casts
Low stretch DirectCore for solid strip sets
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Line Size
Density
Line Color
Sink Rate
30 ft Head Weight
Total Head Weight
Head Length
Total Lenght
WF-8-F/H/I
Float/1ips/2ips
Clear/Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float/1ips/2ips
280gr (18.1gm)
316gr (20.5gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-9-F/H/I
Float/1ips/2ips
Clear/Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float/1ips/2ips
330gr (21.4gm)
370gr (24.0gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-10-F/H/I
Float/1ips/2ips
Clear/Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float/1ips/2ips
390gr (25.3gm)
410gr (26.6gm)
32ft (9.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
DESIGNED TO CAST LARGE, HEAVY, WIND RESISTANT FLIES IN WARMWATER AND JUNGLE APPLICATIONS
Modeled after the popular Elite Predator line, RIO's Elite Warmwater Predator line series is designed specifically to cast those big flies easily with precision and accuracy in warmer conditions.
Featuring a short, powerful front taper and plenty of weight at the front, these lines have no problem casting the biggest and meatiest of flies with ease. Running lines are all floating, making them easier to mend and pick up than typical intermediate equipped running lines. Whether floating or sink tip, each line is built on RIO's low stretch DirectCore for maximum performance, and features SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
Short, powerful front taper to cast large and heavy flies
Unique, rear-loaded heads for precise, accurate casts
Low stretch DirectCore for solid strip sets
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Line Size
Density
Line Color
Sink Rate
30 ft Head Weight
Total Head Weight
Head Length
Total Lenght
WF-8-F/S5/S7
Float/5ips/7ips
Black/Yellow/Blue
Float/5ips/7ips
280gr (18.1gm)
316gr (20.5gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-9-F/S5/S7
Float/5ips/7ips
Black/Yellow/Blue
Float/5ips/7ips
330gr (21.4gm)
370gr (24.0gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-10-F/S5/S7
Float/5ips/7ips
Black/Yellow/Blue
Float/5ips/7ips
390gr (25.3gm)
410gr (26.6gm)
32ft (9.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
DESIGNED TO CAST LARGE, HEAVY, WIND RESISTANT FLIES IN WARMWATER AND JUNGLE APPLICATIONS
Modeled after the popular Elite Predator line, RIO's Elite Warmwater Predator line series is designed specifically to cast those big flies easily with precision and accuracy in warmer conditions.
Featuring a short, powerful front taper and plenty of weight at the front, these lines have no problem casting the biggest and meatiest of flies with ease. Running lines are all floating, making them easier to mend and pick up than typical intermediate equipped running lines. Whether floating or sink tip, each line is built on RIO's low stretch DirectCore for maximum performance, and features SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
Short, powerful front taper to cast large and heavy flies
Unique, rear-loaded heads for precise, accurate casts
Low stretch DirectCore for solid strip sets
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Line Size
Density
Line Color
Sink Rate
30 ft Head Weight
Total Head Weight
Head Length
Total Lenght
WF-8-F
Float
Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float
280gr (18.1gm)
316gr (20.5gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-9-F
Float
Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float
330gr (21.4gm)
370gr (24.0gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF-10-F
Float
Sand/Yellow/Blue
Float
390gr (25.3gm)
410gr (26.6gm)
32ft (9.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
The ultimate, all around family of light line weights designed to perform well in hot conditions, with ultra-slick performance.
The Dog Days Gold is the perfect line when the air temps reach their peak on your favorite trout fishery or farm pond. You know what we mean - your shirt is already sticking to your back at 9:00 in the morning and it’ll only get worse when the sun gets higher. Fortunately the fish are still chowing, so now all you need is a line for your favorite trout rod that won’t wilt in the heat. Built with a hard coating and medium stiff core, the Dog Days Gold is perfectly equipped for those summer scorchers. Whether on an August float in the northern Rockies where the deck of the dirftboat bakes in the sun, trout fishing with hight heat indices of the Southeast, or casting bluegill on ponds during hot summer evenings, the Dog Days Gold is built to take on and protect against the hottest of air temperatures.
Color: Yellow/Bronze/Tan
Line Size
Total Head Weight
Head Length
Total Length
WF-4-F
126gr (8.2gm)
46ft (14m)
90ft (27,4 m)
WF-5-F
146gr (9.5gm)
47ft (14.3m)
90ft (27,4 m)
WF-6-F
168gr (10.9gm)
48ft (14.6m)
90ft (27,4 m)
Hard coasting and medium stiff core to prevent wilting in high heat
Long head for ultimate casting control
Front biased weight to load rods at close range
Taper design to cast flies between #22 and #2
Built with RIO’s exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
Developed with tapers and technology that enhance the fly fishing experience, with ultra-slick performance. The AVID Trout GRAND has a little heavier taper than AFTMA standard.
Welded loop on the front and back for fast rigging
Gold is best for smaller flies and better presentation
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.
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.
The complete RIO Fly Line kit - line rigging made easy with everything you need, all in one place.
Have a rod and a reel but not sure how to get it ready to fish? Maybe you have an old reel with even older line deteriorating on it? Now there’s an easier way to add or freshen up that terminal tackle with the complete RIO Fly Line Kit, including Mainstream Fly Line, Leader, and Backing. Just look at the line designation on therod and pick the line weight kit to match.
Available in 3wt to 8wt, there’s a kit for all the popular fly fishing applications from small streams, creeks, and ponds all the way up to bass and redfish. With a full list of step-by-step instructions included for how to rig the backing to the reel, line to backing, and leader to line, it’s as simple as followingthe steps then heading out to the water withconfidence.
Spend more time fishing and less time rigging, with the RIO Fly Line Kit.
Features:
Mainstream Fly Line
Backing Spool
Powerflex Leader
Complete step-by-step rigging guide
Line Length: 24,4 m
Front End Loop
Available sizes:
line class
Description
Application
WF-3-F
MS Trout Fly Line
Designed for Small Streams / Creeks / Ponds
WF-4-F
MS Trout Fly Line
Designed for Small Streams / Creeks / Ponds
WF-5-F
MS Trout Fly Line
Designed for Rivers / Lakes
WF-6-F
MS Trout Fly Line
Designed for Rivers / Lakes
WF-7-F
MS Trout Fly Line
Designed for Rivers / Lakes
WF-8-F
MS Bass Fly Line
Designed for Bass / Redfish
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)
This full sinking line on the unique MainStream taper will meet all the anglers needs where controlled depth is needed. A great choice for use in stillwater or river streamer fishing, it can also be used for saltwater situations. This Mainstream Full Sink Line sinks at 17 cm per second.
S6 = fishing depth 8-15 ft (2,3 - 4,6 m), sink ratio 15 - 18 cm/sColour: blackLength: 24,4 m
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.
The PIKE SPECIAL was designed for the needs of modern pike and predator fly fishing. The short, powerful head pushes big bulky streamers through the wind and shoots them onto distance. The thin and slick running line enhances these great shooting abilities.
The PIKE SPECIAL makes your casting with big flies easier. You can cast your streamers onto the spot. The coating of the head is "intermediate" which means a sinking rate of 3-5 cm/s. The rear taper and running line is floating. The pike fly line is equipped with perfect loops on both ends for convenient handling.
This PIKE SPECIAL intermediate fly line is perfect for shallow water areas, weed areas and water depths 1-2 meters.
Features
developed for modern pike and coldwater predator fishing
perfect shooting abilities
perfect for large predator flies (weighted and unweighted)
Sinking rate: 3 to 5 cm/s
Length: 30m
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.
Exceptionally powerful, easy casting line built for casting big flies, and for maximum distance, with ultra-slick performance
Front loaded to cast large flies with ease
Designed for easy distance
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
Multi Density Control on select sinking options
RIO’s OutBound Short series of lines are designed to cast large and heavy flies and get huge distances easily. Built with a short, aggressive front taper that easily carries large, weighted streamers, and a powerful head design that loads rods deeply and quickly for fast, easy distance. A full range of densities make this a very versatile line series for both the freshwater and saltwater angler. Best of all, the line is built with SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
There are 6 different density lines to cover every fishing situation:
A Full Floating line (F), for top water action
A Floating Line with 15ft of "hover" Sinking line, then 15ft of clear Intermediate Sinking line at the front (F/H/I), for fishing 2-3 ft deep
A Full Intermediate Sinking line with a 15ft clear tip (I), for fishing 3-5ft deep
An Intermediate sinking line with 17ft of Medium Sinking line, then 13ft of Fast Sinking Line at the front (I/S3/S5), for fishing 4-8ft deep
An Intermediate sinking line with 17ft of Fast Sinking line, then 13ft of Extra Fast Sinking Line at the front (I/S5/S7), for fishing 6-12ft deep
A Full, Extra-Fast Sinking "Dredger" line (S7), for maximum depth
SlickCastSlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line.
Multi Density ControlMulti Density Control is a combination of different density sinking coatings in a single line that gives anglers complete depth control and perfect contact with the fly
Features:
DualToneMarks the sweet spot of a fly line by providing an obvious color change in the line at the sweet spot.
EasyIDRIO’s printed line marking system that allows anglers to quickly and easily identify each line.
Front Welded Loop A neat, bulletproof loop welded at the front of the fly line for fast Spey-specific rigging.
Back Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the end of the fly line for fast rigging to backing.
Exceptionally powerful, easy casting line built for casting big flies, and for maximum distance, with ultra-slick performance
This line is perfect fo all conditions where you need to present your streamer DEEP. Perfect for Hucho fishing!
Front loaded to cast large flies with ease
Designed for easy distance
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating
Multi Density Control on select sinking options
RIO’s OutBound Short series of lines are designed to cast large and heavy flies and get huge distances easily. Built with a short, aggressive front taper that easily carries large, weighted streamers, and a powerful head design that loads rods deeply and quickly for fast, easy distance. A full range of densities make this a very versatile line series for both the freshwater and saltwater angler. Best of all, the line is built with SlickCast—the slickest, most durable coating on the market.
There are 6 different density lines to cover every fishing situation:
A Full Floating line (F), for top water action
A Floating Line with 15ft of "hover" Sinking line, then 15ft of clear Intermediate Sinking line at the front (F/H/I), for fishing 2-3 ft deep
A Full Intermediate Sinking line with a 15ft clear tip (I), for fishing 3-5ft deep
An Intermediate sinking line with 17ft of Medium Sinking line, then 13ft of Fast Sinking Line at the front (I/S3/S5), for fishing 4-8ft deep
An Intermediate sinking line with 17ft of Fast Sinking line, then 13ft of Extra Fast Sinking Line at the front (I/S5/S7), for fishing 6-12ft deep
A Full, Extra-Fast Sinking "Dredger" line (S7), for maximum depth
INTERMEDIATE / SINKING 5 / SINKING 7 - fast sinking
Line Size
Line Colours
Sink Rates
30' Head Weight
Head Length
Total Length
WF6
Black/Trans Green
Int/5ips/7ips
235gr (15gm)
30ft (9.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF7
Black/Trans Green
Int/5ips/7ips
265gr (17gm)
30ft (9.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF8
Black/Trans Green
Int/5ips/7ips
330gr (21gm)
30ft (9.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF9
Black/Trans Green
Int/5ips/7ips
375gr (24gm)
30ft (9.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF10
Black/Trans Green
Int/5ips/7ips
425gr (28gm)
30ft (9.1m)
100ft (30.5m)
SlickCastSlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line.
Multi Density ControlMulti Density Control is a combination of different density sinking coatings in a single line that gives anglers complete depth control and perfect contact with the fly
Features:
DualToneMarks the sweet spot of a fly line by providing an obvious color change in the line at the sweet spot.
EasyIDRIO’s printed line marking system that allows anglers to quickly and easily identify each line.
Front Welded Loop A neat, bulletproof loop welded at the front of the fly line for fast Spey-specific rigging.
Back Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the end of the fly line for fast rigging to backing.
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
Designed to cast large and heafy flies with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance
Short, powerful front taper to cast large and heavy flies
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in performance and smoothness
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast
Features RIO's SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control
Whether fishing for trout, bass, pike, or musky there are times when a large fly is the best option, and RIO’s Predator line series is designed specifically to cast them easily. Featuring a short, powerful front taper and plenty of weight at the front, the lines have no problem casting the biggest of flies with ease. Whether floating or sink tip, 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 4 different density lines to cover every fishing situation:
F - a Full Floating Line, for top water action
F / H / I - A Floating Line with 10ft of "Hover" Sinking line, then 10ft of Intermediate Sinking line at the front, for fishing in the top 2-3ft.
F / I / S3 - A Floating LIne with 10ft of Intermediate Sinking line, then 10ft of Medium-Sinking at the front, for fishing mid-water.
F / S5 / S7 - A Floating Line with 10ft of Fast-Sinking Line, then 10ft of Extra-Fast Sinking line at the front, for getting down deep and fast.
Floating / S5 / S7 (F / S5 / S7)
Line Size
Line Colour
Sink Rate
30' Head Weight
Full Head Weight
Head Length
Full Length
WF8
black/yellow/beige
Float/5ips/7ips
280gr (18.1gm)
316gr (20.5gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF9
black/yellow/beige
Float/5ips/7ips
330gr (21.4gm)
370gr (24.0gm)
34ft (10.4m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF10
black/yellow/beige
Float/5ips/7ips
390gr (25.3gm)
410gr (26.6gm)
32ft (9.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
WF11
black/yellow/beige
Float/5ips/7ips
450gr (29.2gm)
475gr (30.8gm)
32ft (9.8m)
100ft (30.5m)
Technologies
ConnectCore PlusOur next-generation, low-stretch core provides a radical increase in line durability, smoothness and performance. The highest-performing, longest-lasting freshwater lines in the world are built around ConnectCore Plus.
SlickCast CoatingSlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market - producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line.
Multi Density ControlMulti Density Control is a combination of different density sinking coatings in a single line that gives anglers complete depth control and perfect contact with the fly.
Features
Sure FireRIO's Triple color line marking system that makes it easy to gauge distances and load, with a quick glance.
EasyIDRIO's printed line marking system that allows anglers to quickly and easily identify each line.
Front Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the front of the fly line for fast Spey-specific rigging.
Back Welded LoopA neat, bulletproof loop welded at the end of the fly line for fast rigging to backing.
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)
RIO InTouch VersiTip II
With the VersiTip II line, the fly fisher is always prepared for any fishing condition. The line features a floating and three 15 ft interchangeable density compensated sink tips that connect via RIO’s slim, non-hinging welded loops.
Clear Intermediate: 3,8 cm /sTyp 3 DC Tip: 8,9 cm/sTyp 6 DC Tip: 17 cm /sLength: 27,5 m (#6 - #7) / 30,5 m (#8 - #10)Colour: straw / light green
Technologys
Connect CoreRIO’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.
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.
XS (Extreme Slickness)The RIO test laboratories carried out extensive practical experiments and material combinations, until they discovered the secret behind the XS Technology. The result is a generation of fly lines with a slicker surface. On the water this leads to longer and more accurate casts, less abrasion, less dirt attraction and an overall better performance.
Density Compensated (only "S6")RIO’s Density Compensation adds a more dense material to the thin tip, which ensures the line sinking straight.
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.
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
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)
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.
The Elite Xtreme Indicator line has been designed to be a very effective tool for anglers that fish nymphs and indicators out of a boat. The short head has a powerful front taper that casts indicator rigs with ease, and loads up with a single cast. Built with RIO’s low-stretch ConnectCore Plus, the line allows for intuitively better cast timing, easier line lifts and sharp, precise mends. Lack of stretch also means faster reaction time when setting the hook.
An incredibly advanced nymphing line, ideal for fishing indicators out of a boat.
Perfect for fishing out of a boat
Short, easy loading head to throw all manner of indicator rigs
Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothness
Built withh RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast technology
EasyID on front taper for fast line recognition
Length: 27.4m (#5-6) / 30.5m (#7-9)Colour: orange/moss/yellow
Processed RIO-Technologys
ConnectCore 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. ConnectCorePlus - The secret weapon for stillwater success.
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.
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.
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.
The Flats Pro is built with a front taper that loads easily on a short line. But the mid length head and extended back taper provide stability for fast, accurate, long-distance casts as well. From there, we continued refining the weight distribution grain by grain until it could make delicate presentations to twitchy bones in skinny water and drive bulky crab patterns into serious wind equally well.
Head length: 11,2 bis 11,8 m
Length: 30,5 m
Colour: gray / sand / kelp
Processed RIO-Technologies:
DirectCore
In hot, humid conditions, DirectCore lines provide the stiffness you need to fire into the wind, with significantly reduced memory. Which means your line lies straighter on the water for a more direct connection to fly and fish. DirectCore is also 25% stronger than other monofilament cores of equal size, and stretches 30% less at breaking point. In short, DirectCore makes you a better angler on the flats, in the mangroves and off the beach.
XS (Extreme Slickness)The RIO test laboratories carried out extensive practical experiments and material combinations, until they discovered the secret behind the XS Technology. The result is a generation of fly lines with a slicker surface. On the water this leads to longer and more accurate casts, less abrasion, less dirt attraction and an overall better performance.
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.
A floating line with a 10 ft clear intermediate, slow sinking (1.5 ips) tip. This is an excellent line for fishing streamers in streams as well as for fishing on lakes. A fantastic line for casting big streamers and for mana-g‑ing wind.
Length: 27,4 MeterColour: gray / yellow / pale green
Technologys
XS (Extreme Slickness)The RIO test laboratories carried out extensive practical experiments and material combinations, until they discovered the secret behind the XS Technology. The result is a generation of fly lines with a slicker surface. On the water this leads to longer and more accurate casts, less abrasion, less dirt attraction and an overall better performance.
Connect CoreRIO’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.
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