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Scientific Anglers · Fly Line & Backing
Scientific Anglers Dacron Fly Backing, 250 yd, WF6F, Buckskin
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Options
- Item weight
- WF6F
- Product dimensions
- 6 x 5 x 1 inches
Quick take
Dacron backing for fly reels that connects fly line to the spool and provides insurance on long runs from large fish.
This 6-weight floating fly line from the Magnitude Smooth Infinity series comes in buckskin and clear, for anglers who want one general-purpose taper for most freshwater species. Its longer head helps with long casts and mending, and it suits streamers, nymphs, dry flies and poppers. The line runs 90 feet in total and is designed for water above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, though it can be fished colder with some hand-stretching.
Best for
- Fly reels for saltwater species
- Fly fishing steelhead and salmon
- Any fly setup targeting powerful fish
Skip if
- You fish small trout and panfish only
- Your reel spool is already full with line
Strengths
- Thin diameter maximizes spool capacity while staying strong
- High abrasion resistance protects against line breakage
- Specialty colors improve visibility during spooling and troubleshooting
Trade-offs
- Dacron has more stretch than modern braided backing
- Thin diameter makes it harder to grip and hand-strip during emergency situations
- 250 yards may be excess backing for small trout reels
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
Specifications
| Type | fly line backing |
|---|---|
| Length | 250 yd |
| Material | Dacron |
| Breaking strength | 40 lbs |
| Diameter | Thin |
| Color | Buckskin |
| Abrasion resistance | High |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua/Clear, BUCKSKIN/CLEAR, Clear, Horizon/Clear, Ivory/Clear, Ocean Blue/ClearThis one | Blends in where fish see the line, in clear water and bright light. |
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| Moss, Optic Green / Mist Green / Ivory(Glow in Nightime), Optic Green/Mist Green/Buckskin, Pale Green, Olive, Charcoal | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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| Opt Grn/Satin Orange/Creamsicle, Orange, White | Easy to watch when you read bites from the line, most of all in low light. |
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| Blue, Celestial Blue/Bamboo/Horizon | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb 5000 yd | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30 lb 250 yd | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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