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RIO PRODUCTS · Fly Line & Backing
Rio Elite Gold Fly Line, Weight Forward Floating
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Options
- Item weight
- WF5F
- Product dimensions
- 5.67 x 4.76 x 1.26 inches
Quick take
The Elite Gold is a floating fly line in the WF5F weight, with a 47-foot head and a 90-foot overall length for long casts on rivers and lakes. Its front taper presents flies from size 2 up to size 22, and its moss, gold and gray markings make it quick to gauge distance on the water. It suits anglers who want one line to handle a wide range of fly sizes.
Best for
- Long distance casts in rivers and lakes
- Trout fishing requiring complete line control
- Fly presentations between sizes #2 and #22
Skip if
- You fish only short distances
Strengths
- MaxFloat Tip floats twice as high without extra diameter
- SlickCast coating is the slickest on the market
- Surefire color marking makes distance gauging easy
Trade-offs
- Long head takes more spool space
- May over-power smaller rods
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | floating fly line |
|---|---|
| Fly range | Sizes #2-#22 |
Facts
| Color | Moss/Gold/Gray |
|---|---|
| Color family | Gold |
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