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Scientific Anglers Backing Dacron 20 lb, Red
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Options
- Item weight
- 20 lbs
- Product dimensions
- 4.72 x 3.62 x 0.87 inches
Quick take
250 yards of 30 lb dacron backing with high abrasion resistance and visibility for fly reel connection.
Best for
- Fly reels for steelhead
- Fly reels for bonefish
- Saltwater fly setups
Skip if
- You prefer a thicker backing for easier visibility
Strengths
- Extremely thin diameter reduces space on the spool
- High abrasion resistance for long runs
- Colorfast yellow is easy to see
Trade-offs
- Yellow visibility can spook fish in shallow water
- Dacron requires proper spooling to avoid twisting
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
Facts
| Color family | Craw and red |
|---|---|
| Line test | 20 lb |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Line test | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Anglers Backing Dacron 20 lb, Optic Green | Line test:20 lb | Color:Optic Green | Suits:— |
| Scientific Anglers Backing Dacron 20 lb, Red | Line test:20 lb | Color:Red | Suits:— |
| Scientific Anglers Backing Dacron 30 lb, 250 yd | Line test:— | Color:Yellow | Suits:— |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Optic Green | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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| 100 yds White, 100 yds Yellow, White, Yellow | Easy to watch when you read bites from the line, most of all in low light. |
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| Blue | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb/100 yd | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30 lb/250 yd, 30lb/100yd | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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