Fly Fishing - Importance of Choosing the Right Fly Line

There’s a lot to learn about fly fishing when you’re just starting out. This type of fishing involves several types of gear that you might not be familiar with. One essential tool for fly fishing is the fly line.   In conventional fishing, the line is light, and the weight of the lure delivers it to the intended target.  In fly fishing, it is just the opposite.  The line is heavy. 

The line is cast delivering a relatively light weight fly to the intended target.

Fly lines are divided into categories based on their application. Below is a guide to the most basic types of fly lines:

Floating Line

Floating fly lines are the most common lines used. If you are new to fly fishing, you should use floating lines because they are easier to master and can be used for a multitude off fishing methods from dry fly fishing, to nymphing to streamer fishing.

Scientific Anglers fly line is a popular choice for beginners.

Sinking Line

There are three classifications of sinking lines based on the rate at which they sink: slow, intermediate, and fast. Sinking lines are dense and were designed for primarily for streamer fishing.   The weight of the line and the sink rate in inches per second help you determine the depth you’ll be fishing.   The greater the sink rate and weight of the line measured in grains, the greater the depth you’ll achieve.

Sinking Tip Line

Sinking tip lines are essentially a combination of both floating and sinking lines. The majority of this line floats up until about the last 10 feet where it starts to sink. This line is very useful for streamer fishing or swinging flies.   This line is probably the most difficult to master.

The items mentioned above are just some of the most common fly lines for sale. There is much more to learn about the art of fly fishing. Choose to buy fly lines from credible sellers that stock popular brands such as Scientific Anglers fly lines, Monic, and Teeny. Do your research before embarking on a fishing trip and stock yourself with the best gear to keep your lines tight! 

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That’s it for now my fishy friends.    Remember, we have this one earth.  Take care of her.  Pack it, Pack it out, and leave no trace.

Tight Lines and Screaming Drags

Dave