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PopularOPST Pure Skagit Commando Micro Tip, 7.5 ft, 60 Grains
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Size: 7.5', 60 Grains, S2(Riffle)
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A 7.5 ft, 60-grain fly fishing sink tip designed for 4-8 weight rods, with multiple sink rates for different depths.
This 7.5-foot Skagit micro tip weighs 60 grains and is built to carry a streamer down into the water column on a single-hand rod. It comes in three sink rates, riffle, run and bucket, so an angler can match the depth to the water, and it suits rods from 4 to 8 weight. Welded loops on both ends connect it to a Commando head, and it works in fresh and salt water.
Best for
- Fishing streamers in deeper water columns
- Spey-style presentations on single-hand rods
- Trout and smallmouth bass in rivers
Skip if
- You fish primarily with dry flies or nymphs
- You need floating line for your presentation
Strengths
- Welded loop attachment simplifies leader connection and rigging
- Available in three sink rates for varied water conditions
- Single-strand construction keeps the tip responsive
Trade-offs
- Heavier grain weight changes casting feel compared to floating line
- Specific rod weight compatibility limits versatility across outfits
- Sink tips require dedicated line management and storage
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Bass
- Snook & tarpon
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fly fishing sink tip |
|---|---|
| Length | 7.5 ft |
| Weight | 60 grains |
| Rod compatibility | 4wt to 8wt |
| Loop ends | Welded |
| Sink rates available | S2 (2 in/sec), S4 (4 in/sec), S6 (6 in/sec) |
| Material | Single strand |
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