RIO's Fluoroflex Trout tapered leaders are the solution when a nearly invisible presentation is required for wary fish.
RIO's trout Fluoroflex leaders are made of 100% fluorocarbon, and are the perfect solution for when a nearly invisible presentation is required in clear water and for spooky fish. Each leader has high abrasion resistance and excellent tensile and knot strength, and have a long butt section that will turn over flies effortlessly.
FEATURES
- 100% fluorocarbon for the utmost in stealth
- Long butt section for great turnover and presentation
- Hand tied perfection loop in the butt for quick rigging
We have these RIO leaders in 9ft lengths only. Each leader is available in sizes 4X, 5X & 6X.
Specification of the leaders and their profiles can be seen in the table below:
| Size | Tip Diameter (mm) | Lb |
| 4X | 0.178 | 5.0 |
| 5X | 0.152 | 3.0 |
| 6X | 0.127 | 2.0 |
Tapered Leader to Fly Line Connections:
Most fly lines now come with a welded loop at the tip, we find the best way to attach your tapered leader is to tie a perfection loop (click here for tying instructions) in the butt end of your leader, and then use a loop-to-loop connection to attach it to your fly line. This way has the added advantage that should you wish to change your leader (for a longer/shorter/thinner one), then it's simply a case of loop-to-loop connecting the new leader.
Should your fly line not already have a welded loop on the tip, then our favourite way to attach a tapered leader is with a needle knot (click here for a fantastic demo of the Needle Knot).