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RIO Mainstream Saltwater Fly Line, 40 lb, 15 ft, Clear
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Options
- Item weight
- 40 pounds
Quick take
A 9-weight saltwater fly line with low-stretch core designed for average and novice fly fishers targeting bonefish, permit and tarpon.
Best for
- Saltwater flats fishing for bonefish and permit
- Small boat or wading trips where distance is moderate
- Fly fishers new to saltwater or intermediate in skill
Skip if
- You fish deep offshore water; use heavier weights
- You need to punch into strong wind
Strengths
- DirectCore stretches 30 percent less than standard tropical cores for better feel
- Slightly heavier weight and shorter head help novice casters load a rod
- Lies straight on the water with minimal coiling
Trade-offs
- 9-weight may be too heavy for small tarpon or light permit
- Line coils can persist in tropical heat even with low-stretch core
- Designed for average conditions; not optimized for extreme distance
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| ClearThis one | Blends in where fish see the line, in clear water and bright light. |
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| blue | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| RIO Mainstream Saltwater Fly Line, 9-Weight, 80 ft, Blue | Color:blue | Suits:— |
| RIO Mainstream Saltwater Fly Line, 40 lb, 15 ft, Clear | Color:Clear | Suits:— |
| RIO Mainstream Saltwater Fly Line, 6X, 30 yd, Clear | Color:Clear | Suits:— |
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