RIO Fly Lines
RIO Tarpon Pro Tapered Leader (Twin Pack)
RIO’s new hand tied tarpon leader takes all the guesswork out of your tarpon fishing. Designed from years of testing and countless feedback from the best Florida Keys guides, our leader is ready to fish out of the package. Simply loop to the end of your line then tie on a fly. The 10ft design is tied with a heavy butt section for wind penetration and turnover, a class tippet for rod and fish protection, and a fluorocarbon bite tippet for abrasion resistance.Available 30lb class tippets, with 60, and 80lb fluorocarbon bite tippet. RIO’s leaders are tied with advanced 100% strength knots and they’re the perfect choice for all tarpon destinations. Shock Test Length 60lb 30lb 10ft / 3.1m 80lb 30lb 10ft / 3.1m
RIO Bonefish Tapered leader - 10 Foot (Triple Pack)
Rio's Bonefish Leaders are designed and built to match the needs of the bonefish/flats angler. • Medium-stiff material for turning over larger flies• Easy knotting, high strength leader• Hand tied perfection loop in the butt for quick rigging The leaders are made of a medium stiff nylon and have a powerful taper design that easily turn over typical bonefish flies, and cope with tough winds. The copolymer material is easy to knot and retains high knot strength. 3 Leaders per pack. Test (lb) Test (kg) Diameter (inch) Diameter (mm) 10lb 10lb 0.012" 0.30mm 12lb 5.4kg 0.014" 0.36mm
RIO Saltwater Tapered Leaders - 10 Foot
Rio's Saltwater Leaders are an excellent general purpose saltwater leader for a multitude of species including permit, stripers and roosters. • Medium-stiff material with great knot strength • Easy casting taper design that casts typical saltwater flies • Maximum strength and abrasion resistance The leaders are made of a medium stiff nylon and have a taper design that easily turns over typical saltwater patterns and copes with tough winds. The leader is made of a material that is easy to knot and has great knot strength. Ideal For: Permit Bonefish Stripers Roosters
RIO Toothy Critter Tapered Leader - 7.5 Foot
An ultra-stiff nylon leader tapering to a 16 lb tippet, and attached to a tough, bite resistant wire shock tippet that is ideal for Bluefish, Barracuda, and similar toothy critters. On the front end is a nylon-coated steel wire with snap link to go straight to your fly. • Powerful butt and taper design to cast large flies • Tough wire bite tippet for protection • Maximum strength and abrasion resistance
RIO Freshwater Powerflex Tippet
Best-Selling Tippet used by many of the World’s best Anglers. A high tenacity copolymer with excellent knot strength. PTFE coated for added abrasion resistance, stretch (26% elongation) and suppleness. Used for all species, the light grey provides superb camouflage in any sub-aquatic environment. Powerflex has the perfect combination of elongation and tenacity, and we will match it against any competing brand, any time. Breaking Strain (lb) Breaking Strain (kg) Diameter " Diameter mm 4X 6.4lb 2.9kg 0.007" 0.178mm 5X 5lb 2.3kg 0.006" 0.152mm 6X 3.4lb 1.5kg 0.005" 0.127mm
RIO Powerflex Plus Tippet
RIO’s newest tippet is the strongest nylon tippet material ever made, with tensile strengths up to 20% more than regular tippet. A highly technical formulation of the nylon copolymer manufacturing process has resulted in this prodigious strength increase, without compromising knot strength or suppleness. Simply put, this is the strongest, most reliable tippet ever made. Each spool has the added bonus of 50 yards of tippet. X Breaking Strain (lbs) Breaking Strain (Kg) Diameter (") Diameter (mm) 7X 2.75lb 1.3kg 0.004" 0.102mm 6X 4lb 1.8kg 0.005" 0.127mm 5X 6lb 2.7kg 0.006" 0.152mm 4X 7.5lb 3.4kg 0.007" 0.178mm 3X 9.5lb 4.3kg 0.008" 0.203mm
RIO Freshwater Fluoroflex Tippet
Refinement of a classic! Ideal for still water and competition use and in heavier sizes this is exceptional for Salmon and migratory fish. Fluoroflex has been acclaimed throughout the world and has a great reputation for reliability. Highly abrasion-resistant and slightly stiffer than Powerflex and Fluoroflex Plus; delivering the fly even in heavy wind. Available in a range of sizes to cover all UK fishing. 50 Yard Spools (except 20lb or 16lb which comes in 25 yard spools) Breaking Strain (lbs) Breaking Strain (Kg) Length Diameter " Diameter mm 6lb 3.0kg 50 yards 0.008" 0.203mm 8lb 4.0kg 50 yards 0.009" 0.229mm 10lb 4.6kg 50 yards 0.010" 0.254mm 12lb 6.0kg 50 yards 0.011" 0.279mm 16lb 7.3kg 25 yards 0.013" 0.330mm 20lb 9.0kg 25 yards 0.015" 0.381mm
RIO Freshwater Fluoroflex Tippet 100yds
Refinement of a classic! Ideal for still water and competition use and in heavier sizes this is exceptional for Salmon and migratory fish. Fluoroflex has been acclaimed throughout the world and has a great reputation for reliability. Highly abrasion-resistant and slightly stiffer than Powerflex and Fluoroflex Plus; delivering the fly even in heavy wind. Available in a range of sizes to cover all UK fishing. 50 Yard Spools (except 20lb or 16lb which comes in 25 yard spools) Breaking Strain (lbs) Breaking Strain (Kg) Length Diameter " Diameter mm 6lb 3.0kg 50 yards 0.008" 0.203mm 8lb 4.0kg 50 yards 0.009" 0.229mm 10lb 4.6kg 50 yards 0.010" 0.254mm 12lb 6.0kg 50 yards 0.011" 0.279mm 16lb 7.3kg 25 yards 0.013" 0.330mm 20lb 9.0kg 25 yards 0.015" 0.381mm
RIO Freshwater Steelhead/Salmon Tippet
An extremely tough, medium-stiff tippet with incredible resistance to abrasion.A perfect choice for nearly all Salmon fishing situations. Breaking Strain Diameter " Diameter mm 10lb 0.012" 0.305mm 12lb 0.014" 0.356mm 16lb 0.015" 0.381mm 20lb 0.017" 0.432mm
RIO Freshwater 2-Tone Indicator Tippet
Opaque two tone 8” sections of fluorescent pink and fluorescent chartreuse, or black and white color changing tippet with highly defined hard color changes. These color breaks create maximum contrast to allow anglers to get visual cues when tight line nymphing. The best indicator material for building sighters for European Style Nymphing.
- Opaque 2-tone sections of contrasting color
- Colors create visual cue when tight line nymphing
- The best indicator material for building sighters for European Style Nymphing
RIO Powerflex WireBite Tippet
TOUGH, FLEXIBLE, NYLON-COATED WIRE THAT IS SUPER EASY TO TIE A KNOT WITH - IDEAL FOR SHARP-TOOTHED CRITTERS LIKE PIKE, MUSKY, BARRACUDA AND BLUEFISH. RIO's Powerflex Wire Bite Tippet is a tough, flexible nylon-coated wire that's perfect for those sharp toothed critters. This knot-table, braided wire is supple enough to tie directly to the fly. Available in three size options; 20lb, 30lb & 40lb, with 15 feet on each spool.
Reel In Success With RIO Fly Lines
The right choice of fly line is essential, wherever and whatever you fish for. RIO Fly Lines are world renowned for their cutting-edge technology and dedication to creating fly lines that will excel no matter what the species or habitat might be. That’s why here at Fin & Game we’re proud to offer a vast range of this leading manufacturer’s products. So whether you’re testing your mettle against the specimen trout, sea trout, salmon and grayling in the Tweed and her tributaries here, right on our doorstep, or require the perfect saltwater line for that destination trip of a lifetime to chase tarpon, bonefish and permit, you can be confident we have the perfect line for you.
RIO Fly Lines: A Legacy of Innovation and Performance
Founded in 1990 by passionate anglers, RIO Fly Lines boasts a rich history driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation. Their commitment to research and development ensures each fly line is meticulously designed and crafted using premium materials and advanced technologies. This dedication translates into fly lines that offer exceptional casting performance, superior presentation and unmatched durability, making them a perfect choice for demanding Scottish rivers and lochs, and beyond.
Engineered for Success: Beyond the Average Fly Line
RIO Fly Lines are specifically designed to excel in a huge range of situations, mirroring the specific challenges to be found around the world. For example, RIO’s Scandi Outbound series has been designed specifically with the UK’s salmon and sea trout anglers in mind. And on the trout front there is a wide choice of lines to meet the exacting demands of modern UK Stillwater and river anglers alike. Here are some of the features that set RIO lines apart:
- Understanding Target Species: RIO Fly Lines are meticulously crafted to optimise casting performance for the specific techniques and flies required in any given situation. So whether presenting a size 20 dry fly to spooky, wild trout or casting large, heavy tube flies for spring salmon on a fast sinking Skagit set up, the right fly line for you is here.
- Material Selection to Suit Conditions: RIO Fly Lines utilise high-quality materials with specific tapers and coatings designed for particular species, climates and conditions. So a line for targeting game fish in warm southern hemisphere saltwater flats will have a completely different make up to a line designed for the cold freshwater of a Scottish salmon river. These essential considerations ensure smooth casting and exceptional line control, allowing for precise presentation even in the most challenging situations.
- Advanced Technologies for Enhanced Performance: RIO Fly Lines are at the forefront of fly line technology. Features like RIO’s revolutionary SlickCast technology for incredible casting performance at distance, and “InTouch” technologies for unmatched line feel, control and bite detection all contribute to a more successful fishing experience.
A Fly Line for Every Situation and Destination
At Fin & Game, we stock a wide range of RIO Fly Lines to cover all eventualities. For targeting migratory salmon in the rivers, sea trout in the salt or stillwater and river trout anywhere in the UK, or for a trip to Iceland, Patagonia or New Zealand, we’ll have the right line for you:
- Floating Fly Lines: These are the most versatile lines. In their many variations they can be perfect for presenting dry flies and emergers during hatches, fishing traditional style wets, or swinging salmon flies high in the water during the summer months.
- Shooting Heads: The development of Shooting Heads in more recent years has revolutionised spey casting and RIO has been at the very heart of it all. Boasting a vast range of Scandi style lines to cover every conceivable aspect of spey casting, RIO continues to lead the way. In terms of quality, innovation and choice, these lines are second to none.
- Tippets: Choosing the correct tippet to match your fly line, fly and general set up is another key to success. As you’d expect RIO offers a suitably wide range of options.
A Commitment to the Complete Angling Experience
RIO Fly Lines understands that fly fishing is more than just casting a line. That’s why they offer a range of complementary products to enhance your fishing experience:
- Leaders: RIO offers a variety of tapered leaders specifically designed to match different fly line weights and styles of fishing.
- Backing: High-quality backing is essential for fighting large powerful fish and providing additional line capacity. RIO offers a range of backing options in various strengths and colours.
- Fly Line Maintenance Products: Proper care of your fly line is crucial for maintaining its performance. RIO offers a variety of fly line cleaners to keep your line slick and shooting effortlessly.
- Wallets: RIO offers various wallets to store your leaders, tips and shooting heads.
Experience the RIO Fly Line Difference at Fin & Game
Whether you’re a seasoned fly fisher seeking the ultimate casting performance or just starting out and need a reliable fly line to get you started, RIO Fly Lines is a perfect choice. Our knowledgeable staff at Fin & Game in Kelso are familiar with the Scottish Borders rivers and can recommend the ideal RIO Fly Line to match your specific fishing needs. Contact us today, visit our store or browse our extensive online selection to discover the RIO Fly Line difference and elevate your fly fishing experience on the majestic rivers of the Scottish Borders.