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SF · Fly Line & Backing
SF Full Sinking Fly Line, WF8, 90 ft, IPS5, Black
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A 90-foot full-sinking fly line for deep streamers and still-water nymphing.
This full sinking fly line is a weight-forward 8-weight, 90 feet long, and it sinks at about 5 inches per second. That descent rate helps streamers reach deeper water quickly, especially in still water. Welded loops at each end make it easy to attach a leader.
Best for
- Sinking streamers for steelhead
- Deep nymphing in lakes
- Still-water fly fishing
Skip if
- You fish dry flies on the surface
- You fish shallow flowing water
Strengths
- IPS5 sink rate reaches bottom quickly
- PVC coating resists abrasion
- Welded loops make leader attachment quick
Trade-offs
- Full sink requires learning to strip effectively
- Not suited for surface presentations
- IPS5 is fastest option; slower rates available
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Salmon & steelhead
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | sinking fly line |
|---|---|
| Length | 90 ft |
| Weight Forward | WF8 |
| Sink Rate | IPS5 |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| SF Full Sinking Fly Line, WF9S, 90 ft, IPS5, Black | Color:Black/Freshwater/Full Sink/New | Suits:— |
| SF Full Sinking Fly Line, WF8, 90 ft, IPS5, Black | Color:Black/Freshwater/Full Sink/New | Suits:— |
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