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About Fly Lines

Fly lines come in different densities. The density of the fly line determines whether it is a floating line or sinking line. Floating fly lines are the most popular fly line because they are the easiest to handle and work well for beginners.

When purchasing fly line, you will see the density, weight and taper of the fishing line designated on the package. Remember the weight of the fly line must match your equipment. The rod, reel and line must all be the same weight.

Sinking fly lines come in three different types. The sink tip fly line is very similar to the floating fly line. However, as the name implies, about 10 to 20 feet of the tip of this fly line sinks. The sinking fly line completely sinks. The entire line will sink, and each sinking fly line has a sink rate. This sink rate is typically in inches per second. The intermediate weighted fly line sinks just below the surface of the water. This works well in small, shallow ponds or shallow streams.

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