Rio Smallmouth Line

One of the great new products we have been fishing in the shop is the Rio Smallmouth Bass fly line. Here is the skinny from Rio;

Rio's Smallmouth line has been specifically designed to meet the demands of the modern bass fly fisher. The weight distribution and powerful front taper easily casts typical Clouser and Bass bug flies, while a unique handling section at the back of the head allows anglers to mend and control the fly effectively. The line is built with a hard, warm water coating that withstands typical summer heat, and ensures the line shoots through the guides with ease.

• Powerful front taper to easily cast typical bass flies
• Warm water coating that withstands summer heat
• XS Technology for a super slick coating
• Welded loops for fast rigging

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  I personally have been fishing this line exclusively for river bass all of last season and into this season. The taper loads both the Loomis Pro-4X and the NRX well. I have no problem throwing weighted flies such as Clousers or heavy Crayfish patterns. If the bass are on top on Hexes or White flies, or if you like to splat a big hopper pattern, the taper provides great turn over and presentation for medium to large dries.

 the line features a beige running line and a muted orange head. The two tone transition has proven itself invaluable in the drift boat. In keeping with Terry's strict "no false casting" rule the color transition lets you know when the head is in the right posistion to pick up the line and deliver it with one back cast.

 If you are in the market for a new warm water line this smallie season give the Rio Smallmouth bass line a long look. We think you will be glad you did.

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