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The fly line is often the least considered component when putting together a fly fishing outfit. But with growing experience the importance of choosing the correct fly line becomes more apparent. The fly line is the direct connection between you and the fish. It can influence how far you can cast, how well your fly presents, and how you feel the take of the fly. We carry Rio and Airflo fly lines in every size and for every application. 

Choosing The Right Fly Line

When choosing a fly line, the most important factor is to match your line weight to your rod weight. If you have a 5-weight rod, use a 5-weight line, and also consider the type of fishing you plan to do, selecting a floating line for surface fishing, a sink-tip line for deeper presentations, or a full-sink line for very deep water, while also taking into account the specific environment and conditions you'll be fishing in.

Things consider when selecting a fly line:

Rod weight compatibility:
Always match the line weight to your fly rod weight.

Fishing Methods
Floating line: For surface fishing with dry flies
Sink-tip line: For fishing slightly below the surface, good for streamers or nymphing
Full-sink line: For deep water fishing with streamers, especially in lakes

Line profile:
Weight-forward (WF): Most common, with most of the weight concentrated towards the front of the line for easy casting. 
Double taper: A double taper fly line offers a taper that is balanced equally through out the length of the line. The taper is fine for ease in roll casting and dry fly fishing. 
Water type:
Freshwater: Different lines for trout, bass, etc
Saltwater: Specialized lines for saltwater species like bonefish

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    Rio Premier StreamerTip Fly Line

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    Rio Elite Bonefish Fly Line

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    The very best bonefish line on the market with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance RIO’s Elite Bonefish line has a long head and back taper to s...

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    Rio Elite Indicator Fly Line

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    Designed to turnover a wide range of indicators and fly sizes for long casts, efficient mends, and big dead drifts. The Indicator line is designe...

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    Rio Elite Permit Fly Line

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    The very best permit line on the market with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance RIO’s Elite Permit line features an easy casting taper that loa...

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    Rio Elite Tarpon Fly Line

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    The very best tarpon line on the market with low stretch, ultra-slick performance RIO’s Elite Tarpon lines feature short, powerful front tapers t...

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    Rio Elite Flats Pro Fly Line

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    The very best flats line on the market— perfect for bones, perms and poons with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance. Conquer the flats with RIO...

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    Rio Premier Glacial Gold Fly Line

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    THE ULTIMATE DEEP WINTER TROUT LINE with PolarFlex technology that keeps line soft, pliable, and functional in the coldest extremes of trout fishi...

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    Rio Premier Dog Days Gold Fly Line

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    SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE DEMANDS OF THE STEELHEAD AND SALMON FLY FISHER RIO's Elite Salmon/Steelhead line has been specifically designed to m...

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    Airflo Superflo Universal Taper Ridge 2.0 Fly Line

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    SALE ITEMS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR FREE SHIPPING - $10 SHIPPING APPLIES   The Superflo Universal taper has quickly become the go to all-rounder fly li...

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    Airflo Stillwater Delta Taper Line

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  • Royal Wulff Triangle Taper Classic Fly Line

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    The Triangle Taper Classic taper was designed by Lee Wulff.  It features a continuous front taper in the head of the line. This provides an efficie...

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    The TT Short is an extremely versatile taper. The short head loads rods quickly, while handling close quarters, weighted and wind resistant flies, ...

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    Of the many innovations that Lee Wulff has contributed to fly fishing, the Triangle Taper fly line is perhaps the most popular. Winner of the covet...

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    The refinement of the Triangle Taper. An all-purpose line with improved ease of casting and presentation while maintain shoot ability and roll cast...

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    SPECIALTY SINKING TIP FLY LINE SERIES, WITH ULTRA- SLICK PERFORMANCE.RIO's Avid 24ft Sink Tip series of fly lines is designed to get your flies do...

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    Airflo Superflo MAX Smooth TACTICAL Taper

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    The Superflo Max Tactical Taper combines a refined front taper with an extended rear design for exceptionally delicate presentations at distance. S...

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    Airflo Superflo MAX SMOOTH Universal Taper

    AIRFLO
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    The Airflo Superflo MAX Universal is engineered for versatility, delivering exceptional performance across dry flies, nymphs, and streamers. Enhanc...

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    Echo Boost Series FLY LINE

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    The ECHO Boost Series fly line delivers fast-loading performance with a compact head and aggressive front taper designed to turn over large flies...

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