Umpqua · Fly Leaders & Tippet
Umpqua Deceiver X Fluorocarbon Tippet, 50 yd
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- Item weight
- 5x
Quick take
This is Umpqua's Deceiver X fluorocarbon tippet in 5X, wound on a 50-yard spool in a single clear color. Fluorocarbon is low in visibility underwater, which suits fly anglers presenting small flies to wary trout. At 5 lb line test, 5X is a common middle size for tying on nymphs and dry flies.
Best for
- Fishing wary trout in clear streams
- Presentations to selective fish
- Any water type needing invisibility
Skip if
- You prefer softer, more supple nylon tippet
- You need to see your tippet
Strengths
- Ultra-low visibility for wary fish
Trade-offs
- Fluorocarbon tippet is stiffer than nylon
- Fluorocarbon tippets are harder to repair
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
Specifications
| Type | fluorocarbon fly tippet |
|---|---|
| Material | Fluorocarbon |
| Knot strength | Best-in-class |
| Abrasion resistance | Best-in-class |
| Visibility | Ultra-low |
| Length | 50 yd |
| Sizes available | Multiple including 5X |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Line test | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umpqua Deceiver X Fluorocarbon Tippet, 50 yd | Line test:5 lb | Color:One Color | Suits:— |
| Umpqua Deceiver X Fluorocarbon Tippet, 6X, Clear | Line test:— | Color:6X | Suits:— |
| Umpqua Deceiver X Fluorocarbon Tippet, 6X, 100 yd | Line test:— | Color:6X | Suits:— |
| Umpqua Deceiver X Fluorocarbon Tippet, 3X, 50 yd | Line test:— | Color:One Color | Suits:— |
Facts
| Line test | 5 lb |
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