These shooting heads are made of Tungsten instead of lead. This makes the lines supple, they do not kink and sink like a stone. Cut to the desired length and weight to meet existing fishing conditions and fly size. T-8 and T-11 are suitable for lines # 4-7, der T-14 for single handed rods # 8-10, T-17 for single handed rods # 11-14 and as sinking tip for two handed rods. T-20, without welded loops, is the heaviest material and fast sinking.
Length: 9.1 m / 30ft
Available sizes:
line size | sink rate | grain per foot | cm per second | colour |
T-8 / 20lb | 6-7ips | 8grains/ft. | 17cm/s. | deep red |
T-11 / 20lb | 7-8ips | 11grains/ft. | 20cm/s. | dark green |
T-14 / 30lb | 8-9ips | 14grains/ft. | 23cm/s. | dark blue |
T-17 / 30lb | 9-10ips | 17grains/ft. | 25cm/s. | gray |
T-20 / 30lb | 10+ips | 20grains/ft. | >25cm/s. | black |
RIO-Technologies:
Connect Core
RIO’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 Loops
RIO 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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