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Rio Avid Tarpon Fly Line

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• $69.99

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Chasing cruising fish in the open ocean in April or working the backcountry for laid-up poons, however you plan to chase The Silver King is A-Okay with Rio’s all-new Avid Tarpon Fly Line. Designed for handling tarpon and other large tropical fish, the Avid Tarpon Fly Line is made with a mid-length head and a short/powerful front taper to let you easily cast whatever fly you’re throwing. Made in line weights 10 through 12 with a medium-stiff core, the Avid Tarpon Line is equipped to handle those large Megalops, and with Rio’s SlickCast technology, you can rest easy knowing that your line is incredibly durable and incredibly slick. A versatile floating line that’s priced well under a hundred bucks and can be used for most tarpon fishing situations, you can count on the Avid Tarpon Line whether you’re casting into the shadow line under a bridge or waiting for just the right time to make a cast in a technical sight fishing opportunity. 

 

Features

SlickCast - Whether you’re casting at rolling fish, those fast on the move, or just a slow-moving trio, your cast is one of the most integral parts to hooking a tarpon, and that’s exactly why Rio works their SlickCast coating into this series of lines. SlickCast is Rio’s proprietary technology that massively increases your line slickness while massively decreasing your line’s friction. What this does is works to buy you that extra distance while also increasing the life of your fly line immensely. The Avid Tarpon Line also has a high-floating construction that won’t break down over time or spook fish whenever you need to quickly recast. 

 

Uses

Crustaceans and Streamers - Casting a Tarpon Toad, an EP Peanut Butter, or a large crab imitation, you can count on the Avid Tarpon Fly Line to deliver it with accuracy and finesse. A line built for a range of fishing situations, the Avid Tarpon Line is designed with a versatile taper that can present just about any tarpon fly on the market.   

 

Temp

Tropical - The Avid Tarpon Fly Line was made for hitting those hot and tropical environments where tarpon and other large tropical fish live. This line is an excellent choice anytime you’re hitting hot water, but should you find yourself in an area with colder water, you’ll find that the line stiffens up.     

 

Taper/Weight

Medium-Length Head with a Short and Powerful Front Taper - Combining a medium-length 40’ head with a compact and powerful 6’ front taper, this line excels at presenting a range of tarpon flies at almost any distance. Built to load saltwater fly rods and cast your flies accurately and with a delicate landing, this taper is a solid choice whether you’re casting to laid-up fish, cruising fish, or working the lines under a bridge.