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Powerflex Strong Tippet
RIO's newest tippet is one of nylon tippet material with the strongest knot strength ever made. A highly technical formulation of the nylon copolymer manufacturing process has resulted in this prodigious strength increase, without compromising gneneral strength or suppleness. Simply put, it is one of the strongest, most reliable tippets ever made. Each spool has the added bonus of 30 yards of tippet.Length: 27,4 mUS-SizeDiameterStrength7X0,102 mm2.5 lb / 1,1 kg6.5X0,114 mm3.1 lb / 1,4 kg6X0,127 mm3.6 lb / 1,6 kg5.5X0,140 mm4.6 lb / 2,1 kg5X0,152 mm5.5 lb / 2,5 kg4.5X0,165 mm6.4 lb / 2,9 kg4X0,178 mm7.5 lb / 3,4 kg3X0,203 mm9.1 lb / 4,1 kg2X0,229 mm11.2 lb / 5,1 kg1X0,254 mm14.0 lb / 6,4 kg0X0,279 mm16.2 lb / 7,3 kg
Elite Gold Max (camo) Fly Line
Powerful all-around taper for heavy fliesAt a full line-size heavy, GOLD MAX is RIO’s most powerful all-around taper for delivering plus-size rigs that get bites in fisheries not centered around long leaders and tiny drys. With the shortest head length in the GOLD class, MAX is purpose-built for smoothly loading weightier, unwieldy payloads. The short head carries more weight toward the back of the body so anglers can turn over heavier rigs more efficiently, while the shorter front taper combined with tapered body roll-casts bulkier rigs with ease, mends effortlessly at distance and delivers large drys with finesse. For powerful versatility, GOLD MAX lets you cast more weight under control, while also allowing for presentations decidedly cleaner than overly front-loaded line configurations.This line is built with RIO's low-stretch ConnectCore Plus, resulting in incredible levels of sensitivity when casting and fishing - providing enhanced detection of takes, faster hook sets, and far greater control when playing a fish. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, RIO's proprietary coating technology, creating 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.Choose GOLD MAX for Maximum Power + Effortless Performance.Compact and powerful, the short head and full-size heavy weight carries heavier flies and rigs with easeShort rear taper for easier shooting on longer distance castsRear-loaded body turns over heavier rigs more smoothly than aggressive, front-loaded designs and makes for easy roll casting and mending of the entire headShort front taper for more powerful turnover of heavier flies and indicator rigsConnectCore Plus for improved sensitivity and hook settingSlickCast coating for low friction and long lasting performanceColor: CamoModelDenistyColor30 ft Head WeightTotal Head WeightHead LengthTotal Length4er / WF-4-FFloatingCamo140 gr (9,1 g)175 (11,3 g)36 ft (11,0 m)90 ft (27,4 m)5er / WF-5-FFloatingCamo160 gr (10,4 g)205 (11,3 g)37 ft (11,3 m)90 ft (27,4 m)6er / WF-6-FFloatingCamo185 gr (12 g)240 (15,6 g)38 ft (11,6 m)90 ft (27,4 m)7er / WF-7-FFloatingCamo210 gr (13,6 g)280 (18,1 g) 39 ft (11,9 m)100 ft (30,5 m)
Micro Leader
Nylon leader-building material for total customizabilityYou can detect your strikes very easy with this coloured nylon. The nylon is fluorescent white or fluorescent pink and can be used for every leader.Supple nylon ideal for easy knotting, straightening and intuitive strike detection. The high-visibility white and pink Tippet material has the same easy-knotting and and high tensile strenght properties as RIO's Two Tone Indicator Tippet.The perfect material to create your perfect, customized Czech Nymph sighter leader!Length: 27,4 mmDiameter: 1X - 0,25 mmStrength: 5 kg (11 lb)Colors: pink | whiteMade in Japan
Flats Clear Floater Fly Line (Full Clear)
Full clear Saltwater Fly Line.Built with RIO's classic Flats Pro taper, this fly line combines a mid-length head and a short, powerful front taper, designed to efficiently cast typical saltwater flats flies. This u nique design makes quick casts to moving fish easy while also enabling longer shots when you need to reach out to distant fish on the flats.LineSink Rate30ft. Head WeightTotal Head WeightHead-LengthWF-7-FFloat210 grain (13.6 gramm)305 grain (19.8 gramm)49 ft. (14.9 m)WF-8-FFloat240 grain (15.6 gramm)335 grain (21.7 gramm)49 ft. (14.9 m)WF-9-FFloat280 grain (18.2 gramm)400 grain (25.9 gramm)50 ft. (15.2 m)WF-10-FFloat330 grain (21.4 gramm)475 grain (30.8 gramm)50 ft- (15.2 m)WF-11-FFloat380 grain (24.7 gramm)545 grain (35.3 gramm)50 ft (15.2 m)WF-12-FFloat430 grain (27.9 gramm)590 grain (38.2 gramm)50 ft (15.2 m)
Premier Outbound Short (intermediate)
Exceptionally powerful, easy casting line built for casting big flies, and for maximum distance, with ultra-slick performance.The Outbound intermediate fly fline with 15 ft clear tip.Front loaded to cast large flies with easeDesigned for easy distanceBuilt with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coatingMulti Density Control on select sinking optionsRIO’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 actionA 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 deepA Full Intermediate Sinking line with a 15ft clear tip (I), for fishing 3-5ft deepAn 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 deepAn 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 deepA Full, Extra-Fast Sinking "Dredger" line (S7), for maximum depthFULL INTERMEDIATELine SizeLine ColoursSink Rates30' Head WeightHead LengthTotal LengthWF6Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate235gr (15gm)30ft (9.1m)100ft (30.5m)WF7Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate265gr (17gm)30ft (9.1m)100ft (30.5m)WF8Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate330gr (21gm)30ft (9.1m)100ft (30.5m)WF9Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate375gr (24gm)30ft (9.1m)100ft (30.5m)WF10Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate425gr (28gm)30ft (9.1m)100ft (30.5m)WF11Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate465gr (30gm)30ft (9.1m)110ft (33.5m)WF12Clear/Gray/Trans. GreenIntermediate510gr (33gm)30ft (9.1m)110ft (33.5m)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 flyFeatures: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.
Elite Scandi Body
Shooting Head with combined Skagit power and Scandi smoothness.The Elite Scandi body is a short floating body to which a multitude of tips can be attached. It is the most versatile design of all, and blends Skagit power with Scandi grace. It is ideal for anglers that want to travel light, while covering a range of depths and casting styles. To the front end of the body anglers can attach regular 12ft, 15ft & 18ft sink tips for lighter Scandi-Style presentations, as well as MOW tips, „T“ tips, iMOW tips or VersiLeaders for a more powerful turnover Skagit style casting. All water conditions are covered.Features and Specifications:Multipurpose design casts a wide range of tipsPrinted ID system on the rear of the head for quick recognitionLoops on both ends for fast riggingSlightly shorter bodies at the light end and longer at the heavy endColor-coded front loops for easy rigging and simplified matching of MDC tipsSlickCast: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. What does slick get you? For starters, line flies through the guides with higher line speeds for unprecedented and easy distance. The slick coating also allows anglers to fish more effectively as line slides out of the guides with less friction for extended drag-free drifts.Connect Core Plus: Building a better fly line starts at the core, and our low-stretch ConnectCore Plus provides a radical increase in line durability, coating smoothness and overall performance. ConnectCore Plus stretches 30% less than standard cores, and gives anglers all the benefits of a low-stretch core - enhanced sensitivity, less wasted energy and faster hook sets - with a significantly longer lifespan. It also allows hand stretching to easily remove memory coils for a more direct connection to fish and fly. The highest-performing, longest-lasting freshwater lines in the world are built around ConnectCore Plus.Easy-ID: RIO’s line marking system that shows anglers the model and line size of the relevant product, neatly printed on the actual fly line itselfColor: Straw/BlueSink Rate: FloatingThe RIO Elite Scandi Body Shooting Head is available in following line classes:Line ClassTotal Head WeightLength#5250gr (16,2g)20ft (6,1m)#6300gr (19,4g)20ft (6,1m)#6/7325gr (21,1g)21ft (6,4m)#7350gr (22,7g)22ft (6,7m)#7/8375gr (24,3g)22ft (6,7m)#8400gr (25,9g)22ft (6,7m)#8/9435gr (28,2g)23,5ft (7,2m)#9470gr (30,5g)25ft (7,6m)#10540gr (35,0g)28ft (8,5m)#10+610gr (39,5g)31ft (9,4m)
Classic 15ft Sink Tips
Classic Design - perfect for spey anglers seeking maximum sensivity and line control.RIO's Classic Sink Tips are tuned for anglers targeting anadromous fish. With a wide range of available sink rates, they make easy work of covering the water column from top to bottom with maximum line sensivity and control - putting you in sync with your quarry. They are also designed to fish and cast seamlessly with RIO's Elite Scandi Body but are equally deadly paired with Skagit shooting heads or any other line system designed to deliver a tip and swung fly at a range of depths.Features:Multiple line sizes with color-coded rear lopsFront & Back Welded Loops: for quick and secure line changeSlickCast: Creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. Easy-ID: Line size, length and sink rate of the tips are printed on the linAvailable in five sink rates, the Classic Sink Tips are a must-have for Spey anglers who demand total control, excellent feel, and versatile depth coverage.Specifications of the available 15ft Tips:Line SizeSink RateColorTotal Head WeightRear Loop Color Code#5/6FloatStraw95gr (6,2g)White#7/8FloatStraw110gr (7,1g)Blue#9+FloatStraw125gr (8,1g)Gray#5/6IntermediateClear95gr (6,2g)White#7/8IntermediateClear110gr (7,1g)Blue#9+IntermediateClear125gr (8,1g)Gray#5/63ips - S3 - Sink3Black95gr (6,2g)White#7/83ips - S3 - Sink3Black110gr (7,1g)Blue#9+3ips - S3 - Sink3Black125gr (8,1g)Gray#5/65ips - S5 - Sink5Black95gr (6,2g)White#7/85ips - S5 - Sink5Black110gr (7,1g)Blue#9+5ips - S5 - Sink5Black125gr (8,1g)Gray#7/87ips - S7 - Sink7Black110gr (7,1g)Blue#9+7ips - S7 - Sink7Black125gr (8,1g)Gray
MDC Sink Tips 18ft
Perfect control and precision with the MDC interchangeable tips.MDC Tips are the smoothest casting sink tips you'll ever throw thanks to RIO's Multi-Density Control tech. MDC is a system of split densities that creates seamless casting tapers that maximize sink rates where they matter - closer to the fly.The RIO MDC interchangeable tips offer a progressive design in terms of sink rates. MDC stands for Multi Density Control. Different sink rates within the interchangeable tips allow for direct contact with the bait and absolute depth control. The 18ft tips are designed for heavier two-handed rods. MDC Tips sync perfectly with RIO's Elite Scandi Body but they also pair well with short-head Skagit systems.Also available: 12ft tips for Switch and lighter two-handed rods. You can find them here.Features and Specifications:MDC = Multi-Density-Control: Multi Density Control is a combination of different density coatings along the length of a fly line. These different density coatings give anglers complete depth control when swinging a fly on a river, and perfect contact right to the fly. The exceptionally smooth, continuous blend in density changes results in extremely smooth loops while casting.Progressive Density Design: Makes the tip sink faster where it counts (closer to the fly)Front and Back Welded LoopsClear intermediate available in the H/I tipsSlickCast: Creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. Easy-ID: Line size, length and sink rate of the tips are printed on the lineLength: 18ft (5,5m)Available 18ft MDC Tips:Lines SizeSink RateColorTotal Head WeightLoop Color#7/8FloatStraw130gr (8,4g)Blue#9+FloatStraw150gr (9,7g)Gray#7/8F/H/IClear/Gray/Straw130gr (8,4g)Blue#9+F/H/IClear/Gray/Straw150gr (9,7g)Gray#7/8H/I/S3Black/Gray130gr (8,4g)Blue#9+H/I/S3Black/Gray150gr (9,7g)Gray#7/8I/S3/S5Black/Gray130gr (8,4g)Blue#9+I/S3/S5Black/Gray150gr (9,7g)Gray#7/8S3/S5/S7Black130gr (8,4g)Blue#9+S3/S5/S7Black150gr (9,7g)Gray
Elite Scandi MDC Kit Short
Combined Skagit power and Scandi smoothness.RIO's Elite Scandi MDC Kit brings together Skagit power, Scandi grace and all the code-cracking elements. A shooting line, floating body and tips. SPEY anglers need to cover a full range of swing depths and two-handed casting styles.Features and Specifications:The Kit includes: spool of SlickShooter matched to grain weight, Elite Scandi Body, MDC Tip set in Tip Wallet - 12ft in Short kits (F, H/I, I/S3, S3/S5)Smoother casting performanceWide range of system lengths to match wide range of rod lengthsFull selection of tips for precise depth controlColor-coded welded loops at front of body and back of sink tips for easy matchingMDC = Multi-Density-Control: Multi Density Control is a combination of different density coatings along the length of a fly line. These different density coatings give anglers complete depth control when swinging a fly on a river, and perfect contact right to the fly. The exceptionally smooth, continuous blend in density changes results in extremely smooth loops while casting.SlickCast: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. What does slick get you? For starters, line flies through the guides with higher line speeds for unprecedented and easy distance. The slick coating also allows anglers to fish more effectively as line slides out of the guides with less friction for extended drag-free drifts.Connect Core Plus: Building a better fly line starts at the core, and our low-stretch ConnectCore Plus provides a radical increase in line durability, coating smoothness and overall performance. ConnectCore Plus stretches 30% less than standard cores, and gives anglers all the benefits of a low-stretch core - enhanced sensitivity, less wasted energy and faster hook sets - with a significantly longer lifespan. It also allows hand stretching to easily remove memory coils for a more direct connection to fish and fly. The highest-performing, longest-lasting freshwater lines in the world are built around ConnectCore Plus.Easy-ID: RIO’s line marking system that shows anglers the model and line size of the relevant product, neatly printed on the actual fly line itselfWith the RIO Elite Scandi MDC Kit Short, you get a complete package that offers outstanding performance for both experienced Spey casters and beginners, and is ideal for switch rods and light and smaller two hand spey rods up to 12ft. Cast effortlessly, control your depth precisely, and feel every fish contact – for a perfect day of fishing.For longer, classic two-handed spey rods with a lenght of 12ft and above, we recommend the Elite Scandi MDC Kit Long.The following sizes are available:Line sizeTotal Head WeightLength#5325gr (21,1g)32ft (9,8m)#6375gr (24,3g)32ft (9,8m)#7440gr (28,5g)34ft (10,4m)#8490gr (31,8g)34ft (10,4m)#9570gr (36,9g)37ft (11,3m)Color: Straw/BlueSink Rate: Floating shooting head with interchangeable sink tips
Elite MDC Versitip
Maximum flexibility for fly fishing with a single-handed rod.Put adapability on automatic with the Elite MDC VersiTip that's equally at home Stripping streamers on single-handers or Swinging flies for anadromous species.RIO's Elite MDC VersiTip is made for Anglers who want to travel light, while maintaining the ability to present flies from top to Bottom. A compete line system including a rear loaded head with integrated running line and for 12ft MDC Tips in a RIO Tip Wallet. For Anglers seeking precision depth control, ultrasmooth turnover and easy mending and roll-casting. With the Elite MDC VersiTip line, the fly fisher is always prepared for any fishing condition. The combined length of body and sink tips makes up a 35ft head perfect for delivering larger, heavier flies.Features and Specifications:Sink-Tip-System: Rear-loaded head with integrated running line and 4 interchangeable tips in a wallet12ft MDC Tips: Includes four 3,7 meter tips (Floating, H/I, I/S3, S3/S5) with multi-density control for exceptionally smooth casting performance.MDC = Multi-Density-Control: Multi Density Control is a combination of different density coatings along the length of a fly line. These different density coatings give anglers complete depth control when swinging a fly on a river, and perfect contact right to the fly. The exceptionally smooth, continuous blend in density changes results in extremely smooth loops while casting.SlickCast: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. Allows anglers to fish more effectively as line slides out of the guides with less friction for extended drag-free drifts.Connect Core Plus: Low-stretch ConnectCore Plus provides a radical increase in line durability, coating smoothness and overall performance. Stretches 30% less than standard cores and benefits with enhanced sensitivity, less wasted energy and faster hook sets - with a significantly longer lifespan.Front- & Back-Welded Loops on fly line and sink tips for easy rigging and matchingEasyID: shows model and line size, neatly printed on the actual fly line itselfColor: straw/camoSink rate: floating with interchangable sink tipsThe RIO Elite MDC VersiTip is the universal tool for single-hand fly fisher who enjoy traveling light, want to be flexibly, and aim to fish without compromise. With its interchangeable sink-tip system, powerful head, and cutting-edge RIO technology, this fly line has you fully prepared for almost any fishing condition.Elite MDC VersiTip - all modells:Line sizeTotal Head WeightHead LengthTotal LengthWF5205gr (13,3g)35ft (10,7m)90ft (27,4m)WF6235gr (15,2g)35ft (10,7m)90ft (27,4m)WF7265gr (17,2g)35ft (10,7m)100ft (30,5m)WF8310gr (20,1g)35ft (10,7m)100ft (30,5m)WF9360gr (23,3g)35ft (10,7m)100ft (30,5m)
Elite Scandi MDC Kit Long
Combined Skagit power and Scandi smoothness.RIO's Elite Scandi MDC Kit brings together Skagit power, Scandi grace and all the code-cracking elements. A shooting line, floating body and tips. SPEY anglers need to cover a full range of swing depths and two-handed casting styles.Features and Specifications:The Kit includes: spool of SlickShooter matched to grain weight, Elite Scandi Body, MDC Tip set in Tip Wallet - 18ft in Long kits (F, F/H/I, H/I/S3, I/S3/S5)Smoother casting performanceWide range of system lengths to match wide range of rod lengthsFull selection of tips for precise depth controlColor-coded welded loops at front of body and back of sink tips for easy matchingMDC = Multi-Density-Control: Multi Density Control is a combination of different density coatings along the length of a fly line. These different density coatings give anglers complete depth control when swinging a fly on a river, and perfect contact right to the fly. The exceptionally smooth, continuous blend in density changes results in extremely smooth loops while casting.SlickCast: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. What does slick get you? For starters, line flies through the guides with higher line speeds for unprecedented and easy distance. The slick coating also allows anglers to fish more effectively as line slides out of the guides with less friction for extended drag-free drifts.Connect Core Plus: Building a better fly line starts at the core, and our low-stretch ConnectCore Plus provides a radical increase in line durability, coating smoothness and overall performance. ConnectCore Plus stretches 30% less than standard cores, and gives anglers all the benefits of a low-stretch core - enhanced sensitivity, less wasted energy and faster hook sets - with a significantly longer lifespan. It also allows hand stretching to easily remove memory coils for a more direct connection to fish and fly. The highest-performing, longest-lasting freshwater lines in the world are built around ConnectCore Plus.EasyID: RIO’s line marking system that shows anglers the model and line size of the relevant product, neatly printed on the actual fly line itselfWith the RIO Elite Scandi MDC Kit Long, you get a complete package that offers outstanding performance for both experienced Spey casters and beginners, and is ideal for slightly longer, classic two-handed rods of 12ft and more. Cast effortlessly, control your depth precisely, and feel every fish contact – for a perfect day of fishing.For shorter switch and two-handed rods up to 12ft, we recommend the Elite Scandi MDC Kit Short.The following sizes are available:Line sizeTotal Head WeightLength#7480gr (31,1g)40ft (12,2m)#8530gr (34,3g)40ft (12,2m)#9620gr (40,2g)43ft (13,1m)#10690gr (44,7g)46ft (14,0m)#10+760gr (49,3g)49ft (14,9m)Color: Straw/BlueSink Rate: Floating shooting head with interchangeable sink tips
MDC Sink Tips 12ft
Perfect control and precision with the MDC interchangeable tips.MDC Tips are the smoothest casting sink tips you'll ever throw thanks to RIO's Multi-Density Control tech. MDC is a system of split densities that creates seamless casting tapers that maximize sink rates where they matter - closer to the fly.The RIO MDC interchangeable tips offer a progressive design in terms of sink rates. MDC stands for Multi Density Control. Different sink rates within the interchangeable tips allow for direct contact with the bait and absolute depth control. The 12ft tips are designed for switch and light two-handed rods. MDC Tips sync perfectly with RIO's Elite Scandi Body but they also pair well with short-head Skagit systems.Also available: 18ft tips for heavier two-handed rods. You can find them here.Features and Specifications:MDC = Multi-Density-Control: Multi Density Control is a combination of different density coatings along the length of a fly line. These different density coatings give anglers complete depth control when swinging a fly on a river, and perfect contact right to the fly. The exceptionally smooth, continuous blend in density changes results in extremely smooth loops while casting.Progressive Density Design: Makes the tip sink faster where it counts (closer to the fly)Front and Back Welded LoopsClear intermediate available in the H/I tipsSlickCast: Creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. Easy-ID: Line size, length and sink rate of the tips are printed on the lineLength: 12ft (3,7m)Available 12ft MDC Tips:Lines SizeSink RateColorTotal Head WeightLoop Color#5/6FloatStraw75gr (4,9g)White#7/8FloatStraw90gr (5,8g)Blue#9+FloatStraw100gr (6,5g)Gray#5/6H/IClear/Gray75gr (4,9g)White#7/8H/IClear/Gray90gr (5,8g)Blue#9+H/IClear/Gray100gr (6,5g)Gray#5/6I/S3Black/Gray75gr (4,9g)White#7/8I/S3Black/Gray90gr (5,8g)Blue#9+I/S3Black/Gray100gr (6,5g)Gray#5/6S3/S5Black75gr (4,9g)White#7/8S3/S5Black90gr (5,8g)Blue#9+S3/S5Black100gr (6,5g)Gray#7/8S5/S7Black90gr (5,8g)Blue#9+S5/S7Black100gr (6,5g)Gray
ELITE Permit Fly Line
The ultimate saltwater fly line for demanding permit fishing.RIO‘s Elite Permit line features an easy casting taper that loads at close range, and a long back taper for fast, 2nd shot casts. The front taper and weight distribution is designed to give soft presentations so as not to spook wary Perms, while maintaining enough weight to easily cast typical crab patterns. Each line is built on RIO‘s low-memory DirectCore that is extremely easy to stretch and lies perfectly straight on the water, yet retains the stiffness needed to cast in hot conditions. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast.Highlights and Technical Features:Effortless Casting Taper: A thoughtfully designed head loads quickly at short distances and features a long back taper for smooth, fast follow-up casts. Perfect for the fast-paced demands of flats fishing.Delicate Presentations: The front taper and weight distribution are tailored to deliver soft, subtle presentations - ideal for not spooking wary permit - while still maintaining enough punch to turn over typical crab patterns with ease.Low‑Memory DirectCore: Built on RIO’s revolutionary DirectCore, this line offers minimal stretch, superior bite detection, and the stiffness needed to handle hot tropical conditions without tangling.SlickCast-Technologie: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line. Allows anglers to fish more effectively as line slides out of the guides with less friction for extended drag-free drifts.SureFire Color System: Easy distance tracking and better timing with clearly visible color transitions.EasyID Kennzeichnung: Schnelle und eindeutige Identifikation der Schnur am Wasser. Welded Front and Back Loops: Welded loop fly line tips float better and enable a rapid change of leader. Color: Sand/Orange/Aqua BlueSink Rate: FloatingThe RIO Elite Permit is not just another fly line - it’s a purpose-built tool for targeting one of saltwater’s most elusive species. Whether you're stalking nervous fish on foot or casting from a skiff, this line provides the precision, finesse, and power you need.Available line sizes:Line SizeWeightHead LengthTotal LenWF-8-F333gr (21,6g)46ft (14m)100ft (30,5m)WF-9-F402gr (26g)48ft (14,6m)100ft (30,5m)WF-10-F488gr (31,6g)50ft (15,2m)100ft (30,5m)
RIO Elite Indicator Fly Line
This nymphing fly line is designed to turnover a wide range of indicators and fly sizes for long casts, efficient mends, and big dead drifts.The Indicator line is designed for long casts and big dead drifts with indicator nymph rigs. Wading anglers and anglers fishing from an anchored boat can maximize their drift with this line by casting far upstream, mending as their rig drifts even with their position, then stack mending with ease as it travels far downstream. The long head allows for more efficient mending at distance while also helping stack mending techniques downstream, creating a seamless and longer natural drift. 30ft weights are roughly two AFFTA sizes heavy to make carrying and turnover of big indicators and heavy nymph rigs a breeze. Strike, Set, Game On.Fly Line Features: Perfect for wade fishing or anchored boatTurns over big indicators and heavy fliesLow-stretch ConnectCore Plus for the best in casting control, performance and smoothnessBuilt with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast technologyEasyID on front taper for fast line recognition
Premier Gold XP
The mid-length head length and half-size heavy design of the Gold XP makes it the most versatile trout taper in our Gold lineup. The added “extra power” relative to the classic RIO Gold makes the Gold XP excel in the widest variety of techniques and casting lengths, offering truly blended performance. 2-tone coloured coating and Slickcast coating. Color: light green / moss Item no. Line class Total length 12-9910-03 WF-3-F 27,4m 12-9910-04 WF-4-F 27,4m 12-9910-05 WF-5-F 27,4m 12-9910-06 WF-6-F 27,4m 12-9910-07 WF-7-F 30,5m 12-9910-08 WF-8-F 30,5m
Premier Gold Max
At a full line-size heavy, GOLD MAX is RIO’s powerful all-around taper for delivering plus-size rigs that get bites in fisheries not centered around long leaders and tiny drys. With the shortest head length in the GOLD class, MAX is purpose-built for smoothly loading weightier, unwieldy payloads. The short head carries more weight toward the back of the body so anglers can turn over heavier rigs more efficiently, while the shorter front taper combined with tapered body roll-casts bulkier rigs with ease, mends effortlessly at distance and delivers large drys with finesse. For powerful versatility, GOLD MAX lets you cast more weight under control, while also allowing for presentations decidedly cleaner than overly front-loaded line configurations. Choose GOLD MAX for Maximum Power + Effortless Performance. Compact and powerful, the Short Head and Full Size Heavy weight efficiently carries heavier flies and rigs with ease. Short Rear Taper for easier shooting on longer distance casts. Rear-Loaded Body turns over heavier rigs more smoothly than an aggressive, front-loaded design and makes for easy roll casting and mending of the entire head. Short Front taper for more powerful turnover for heavier flies and indicator rigs. Technologies & Features: SlickCast: SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market – producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line MaxFloat Tip: MaxFloat Tip technology is a high float coating that floats more than twice as high as regular fly line tips, without any increase in Diameter DualTone: Marks the sweet spot of a fly line by providing an obvious color change in the line at the sweet spot. EasyID: RIO’s printed line marking system that allows anglers to quickly and easily identify each line. Front Welded Loop: Allows to replace your leader quick and easy Back Welded Loop: For a quick and easy connection to the backing Color: Mint/Blaze Orange Available line sizes: Model (Line size) Density Color 30 ft Head-Weight Total Head Weight Head Length Total Length 4er / WF-4-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 140 gr (9,1 g) 175 (11,3 g) 36 ft (11,0 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 5er / WF-5-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 160 gr (10,4 g) 205 (11,3 g) 37 ft (11,3 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 6er / WF-6-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 185 gr (12 g) 240 (15,6 g) 38 ft (11,6 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 7er / WF-7-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 210 gr (13,6 g) 280 (18,1 g) 39 ft (11,9 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 8er / WF-8-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 240 gr (15,6 g) 330 (21,4 g) 40 ft (12,2 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 9er / WF-9-F schwimmend Mint/Blaze Orange 280(18,1 g) 390 (25,3 g) 41 ft (12,5 m) 90 ft (27,4 m)
Elite Gold Max
At a full line-size heavy, GOLD MAX is RIO’s most powerful all-around taper for delivering plus-size rigs that get bites in fisheries not centered around long leaders and tiny drys. With the shortest head length in the GOLD class, MAX is purpose-built for smoothly loading weightier, unwieldy payloads. The short head carries more weight toward the back of the body so anglers can turn over heavier rigs more efficiently, while the shorter front taper combined with tapered body roll-casts bulkier rigs with ease, mends effortlessly at distance and delivers large drys with finesse. For powerful versatility, GOLD MAX lets you cast more weight under control, while also allowing for presentations decidedly cleaner than overly front-loaded line configurations. Choose GOLD MAX for Maximum Power + Effortless Performance. Compact and powerful, the short head and full-size heavy weight carries heavier flies and rigs with ease Short rear taper for easier shooting on longer distance casts Rear-loaded body turns over heavier rigs more smoothly than aggressive, front-loaded designs and makes for easy roll casting and mending of the entire head Short front taper for more powerful turnover of heavier flies and indicator rigs Color: Mint/Green/Blaze Orange Modell Eigenschaften Farbe 30 ft Kopf-Gewicht Gesamt Kopf Gewicht Kopf-Länge Gesamt-Länge 4er / WF-4-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 140 gr (9,1 g) 175 (11,3 g) 36 ft (11,0 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 5er / WF-5-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 160 gr (10,4 g) 205 (11,3 g) 37 ft (11,3 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 6er / WF-6-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 185 gr (12 g) 240 (15,6 g) 38 ft (11,6 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 7er / WF-7-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 210 gr (13,6 g) 280 (18,1 g) 39 ft (11,9 m) 100 ft (30,5 m) 8er / WF-8-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 240 gr (15,6 g) 330 (21,4 g) 40 ft (12,2 m) 100 ft (30,5 m) 9er / WF-9-F schwimmend Mint/Green/Blaze Orange 280(18,1 g) 390 (25,3 g) 41 ft (12,5 m) 100 ft (30,5 m)
Elite Gold XP
With a mid-length head and half-size heavy design, GOLD XP is the most versatile taper in the GOLD lineup. The added “extra power” relative to classic GOLD gives it the flexibility to excel across the widest variety of techniques and casting lengths, offering truly blended performance. Thanks to its medium-long rear taper and a balanced body for improved turnover of indicators and nymphs, GOLD XP is at home sending drys at distance, running heavier rigs though deeper pools and making quick shots from drift boats. GOLD XP is still perfectly capable of delivering precise, delicate presentations, while its added weight makes the line fish and cast comfortably at shorter distances, typical of wading on smaller waters. Choose GOLD XP for Extra Power + Extra Versatility. Mid-length head and half-size heavy weight balances the ability to carry line against quickly loading the rod for shorter casts Medium-long rear taper maintains line control for longer presentations, both in the air as well as on the water while mending Balanced body with ample power at the front to turn over the widest range of rigs, plus enough rear power to load rods more deeply for short- to mid-length shots Mid-length front taper for increased versatility: Capable of turning over heavier rigs on shorter leaders powerfully or tiny dry flies on long leaders with finesse Color: Moss/Electric Green/Gray Line Sink Rate Colour 30 ft Head Weight Total Head Weigth Head Length Total Length 3er / WF-3-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 110 gr (7,1 g) 148 gr (9,6 g) 40 ft (12,2 m) 80 ft (24,4 m) 4er / WF-4-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 130 gr (8,4 g) 173 gr (11,2 g) 41 ft (12,5 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 5er / WF-5-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 150 gr (9,7 g) 200 gr (12,9 g) 42 ft (12,8 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 6er / WF-6-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 173 gr (11,2 g) 235 gr (15,2 g) 43 ft (13.1 m) 90 ft (27,4 m) 7er / WF-7-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 198 gr (12,8 g) 272 gr (17,6 g) 44 ft (13,4 m) 100 ft (30,5 m) 8er / WF-8-F floating Moss/Electric Green/Gray 225 gr (14,6 g) 304 gr (19,7 g) 45 ft (13,7 m) 100 ft (30,5 m)
Gel Spun Backing 65lb 300yds chartreuse
RIO's premium 65lb, 8 carrier backing is made of the finest materials from Japan. 8 strands of tightly woven fibers makes for a round backing that stacks perfectly on the fly reel. The result is a stronger, softer and smoother performance backing. The bright multicolored backing changes color every 10 meters and compliments fly reels with a beautiful splash of color and functionality. The breaking strain and diameter make this a perfect choice for all fishing, from pan fish to ultra-big game such as GT's, billfish and tarpon.Length: 300 yds / 274 mColor: multicolor
10ft InTouch Density Compensated Replacement Tips (intermediate)
These shorter version of the 15 ft tip are ideal for shorter rods, tight casting situations, or smaller rivers. They are available in four different densities; floating, intermediate, slow sinking (Type 3) and fast sinking (Type 6), and have welded loops on both ends for easy attachment. 10 ft tips are available in numerous different sizes as well as densities Length: 10 ft. (3,4 Meter)Type: intermediate (4-5cm/s sinking)Color: gray
10ft InTouch Density Compensated Replacement Tips (floating)
These shorter version of the 15 ft tip are ideal for shorter rods, tight casting situations, or smaller rivers. They are available in four different densities; floating, intermediate, slow sinking (Type 3) and fast sinking (Type 6), and have welded loops on both ends for easy attachment. 10 ft tips are available in numerous different sizes as well as densities Length: 10 ft. (3,4 Meter)Type: floatingColor: straw
10ft InTouch Density Compensated Replacement Tips (DC 3)
These shorter version of the 15 ft tip are ideal for shorter rods, tight casting situations, or smaller rivers. They are available in four different densities; floating, intermediate, slow sinking (Type 3) and fast sinking (Type 6), and have welded loops on both ends for easy attachment. 10 ft tips are available in numerous different sizes as well as densities Length: 10 ft. (3,4 Meter)Type: DC 3 sinking (8-10cm /s sinking) (Density Compensated)Color: brown
10ft InTouch Density Compensated Replacement Tips (DC 6)
These shorter version of the 15 ft tip are ideal for shorter rods, tight casting situations, or smaller rivers. They are available in four different densities; floating, intermediate, slow sinking (Type 3) and fast sinking (Type 6), and have welded loops on both ends for easy attachment. 10 ft tips are available in numerous different sizes as well as densities Length: 10 ft. (3,4 Meter)Type: DC 6 sinking (15-18cm /s sinking) (Density Compensated)Color: black
Brammer Imposter (Redhorse Sucker)
A large, flashy and easy-to-cast streamer, ideal for pike and hucho fishing. Synthetic fibers shed away water quickly, allowing you to easily present this giant fly.The streamers are tied on a robust 6/0 saltwater hook, making them also perfect for GT fishing.Hook size: 6/0Length: approx. 20 cm
Brammer Imposter (Tullibee)
A large, flashy and easy-to-cast streamer, ideal for pike and hucho fishing. Synthetic fibers shed away water quickly, allowing you to easily present this giant fly.The streamers are tied on a robust 6/0 saltwater hook, making them also perfect for GT fishing.Hook size: 6/0Length: approx. 20 cm
Brammer Imposter (Yellow Perch)
A large, flashy and easy-to-cast streamer, ideal for pike and hucho fishing. Synthetic fibers shed away water quickly, allowing you to easily present this giant fly.The streamers are tied on a robust 6/0 saltwater hook, making them also perfect for GT fishing.Hook size: 6/0Length: approx. 20 cm
Heavy Versi Leader (6ft)
These leaders are designed to the spey angler. The Spey VersiLeaders have a 25 lb core and have a length of 6ft. We offer different sinking types. Sink rate US-Size Strength Item-No. float 25 lb 11,3 kg 12-4715-00 1,5 ips (3,8 cm/s) 25 lb 11,3 kg 12-4715-01 4 ips (10 cm /s) 25 lb 11,3 kg 12-4715-04 6 ips (15cm /s) 25 lb 11,3 kg 12-4715-06
Ambassador Blitz Fly Line
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
Powerflex Plus Tippet (30 yds)
The Powerflex Plus tippet is one of the strongest nylon tippet material ever made, with tensile strengths up to 20 % more than regular tippet. A highly technical formulation of the nylon copolymer manufacturing process has resulted in this prodigious strength increase, without compromising knot strength or suppleness. Simply put, it is one of the strongest, most reliable tippets ever made. Each spool has the added bonus of 30 yards of tippet. Length: 27,4 m (30 yds) Item No. US-Size Diameter Strength 12-2486-10 7X 0,102 mm 1,3 kg 12-2486-12 6X 0,127 mm 1,8 kg 12-2486-15 5X 0,152 mm 2,7 kg 12-2486-17 4X 0,178 mm 3,4 kg 12-2486-20 3X 0,203 mm 4,3 kg 12-2486-22 2X 0,229 mm 5,5 kg 12-2486-25 1X 0,254 mm 6,8 kg 12-2486-27 0X 0,279 mm 8,2 kg
Premier Grand Fly Line (pale green/lt. yellow)
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
Euro Nymph Tapered Leader 11ft (0x/2x)
The Euro Nymph leaders are designed with a unique taper to meet the needs of the European nymphing methods for competitors and first timers. These 9’ (275cm) leaders are built out of a high-vis chartreuse tapered leader which is hand tied to 22” (56cm) of our Indicator Tippet material. This gives maximum visibility in all lighting conditions to make subtle strike detection easier. The leader ends with a tippet ring and requires you to attach you own tippet to properly match the water type. Length: 11 ft. (3,35 m)Color: Chartreuse / Pink & YellowConnection: Loop-to-Loop
Technical Euro Nymph Leader (14 ft - 2X/4X)
RIO’S TECHNICAL EURO NYMPH LEADER has been designed for the ultimate in performance when fishing any of the European nymphing techniques. The extra-long, ultra-thin leader is incredibly sensitive to the subtlest of grabs, and the two-tone indicator tippet tied to the front end has high contrast and is very easy to see. The leader finishes with a RIO tippet ring so anglers can quickly and easily attach the tippet of their choice. Length: 14 ft / 4.3 mStrength: 5.4 kgColor: chartreuse / pink&yellowGröße: 2X/4X