Rio Premier Flats Clear Floater Fly Line

Water that's so clear it makes your vodka soda look muddy, situations where you see the fish but can't get them to eat, flats that have had three boats pole through unsuccessfully already that day—these are the tough situations that are just plain perfect for Rio Premier Flats Clear Floater Fly Line. Designed in both a full clear and 6' clear tip option (just the right choice when you need to better track your fly), this line series is packed with stealth, allowing anglers to forego long inconvenient leaders and make casts closer to fish without concern of spooking them. Utilizing Rio's Flats Pro Taper, this line features a mid-length head in conjunction with a short and compact front taper, allowing for quick, precise shots while also giving the ability to bomb longer casts whenever the target is breaching the horizon. The Premier Flats Clear Floater Fly Line is made in a variety of line weights ranging from an 8 through a 12, providing options whether you're casting at a string of fresh ocean-cruising tarpon, snook deep in the mangroves, or permit swimming on the side of a ray, and at the end of the day when you've put this line through just about everything, you'll be grateful for the two included Rio Fly Line Cleaning Towelettes that allow you to quickly polish your line for tomorrow's pursuit.

Features

GinClear - Rio's GinClear technology is worked into this line and it's a game changer when it comes to tough and highly-pressured fish because it gives you a completely clear composition. This technology works wonders, and through a unique resin that's naturally buoyant, you get consistent floatability every day of the year.

Uses

Streamers, Poppers, and Crustaceans - With a versatile taper and floating build, this line provides excellent versatility across your entire fly box. While it performs very well when throwing streamers, it's also an excellent choice when presenting crustaceans in skinny water, and for those times when you need to pump the adrenaline with your approach, it does a fantastic job at presenting poppers.

Temp

Tropical - The Premier Flats Clear Floater Fly Line was made for use in tropical environments. This line can handle the hottest water you'll find while also standing up to things like a sun-beaten boat deck.

Taper/Weight

Mid-Length Head with a Short and Powerful Front Taper - In their Premier Flats Clear Floater Fly Line, Rio uses their Flats Pro Taper. This taper combines a mid-length head with a powerful front taper in order to make those up-close shots at cruising fish just as easy as sending a long cast into the wind. Stealth, power, accuracy, and just enough finesse, this line is ready for the toughest fishing scenarios you can put yourself in.

More Info

Best for: Tropical water, Tarpon, bonefish, permit

Loops: Front Loop (Leader to Fly Line Connection) and Back Loop (Backing to Fly Line Connection)

Sinking/Floating: Full floating

Other Resources

2020 Tropical Saltwater Fly Line Shootout & Buyer's Guide

Fly Line Temps: Tropical Vs. Coldwater

Freshwater Fly Line Shootout & Buyer's Guide