Each RIO knotless tapered Trout leader is designed for superb abrasion resistance as well as high knot and tensile strength. The long butt design provides smooth turnover while the supple tippet gives the fly life-like presentation. Tapers are made with thick butts to turn over heavy flies. Perfection loop on butt for knotless loop-to-loop connection. On freestones or spring creeks, RIO leaders make great presentations.

RIO Trout Leaders

Specifications

Length: 7 1/2' (2.29 m.)      
                                                                   Breaking                       

                                                                   Strength

Tip Diameter: 2X - 0.009"  (0.29 mm.)    10  lbs  (4.5 kg.)             

                      3X - 0.008"  (0.20 mm.)    8.2 lbs  (3.7 kg.) 

                      4X - 0.007"  (0.18 mm.)    6.4 lbs  (2.9 kg.)                 

                      5X - 0.006"  (0.15 mm.)    5.0 lbs  (2.3 kg.)

                      6X - 0.005"  (0.13 mm.)    3.4 lbs  (1.5 kg.)

                      7X - 0.004"  (0.10 mm.)    2.4 lbs  (1.1 kg.)

Color: Light Gray

Traveling cross-country every year in search of Florida tarpon and West Coast steelhead, Jim Vincent learned the true meaning of life: It's too short for using lousy fly lines and leaders! The truth is, being exposed to so many different fishing conditions, guides, and anglers, Jim came to understand there was a need for specialty fly lines, leaders and tippets for differing fishing conditions. After 10 years of travel, he started his company. With the help of his field staff of guides, captains and anglers, like you, Jim tested and retested every product before releasing it to the public. He wanted it to be right the first time. RIO makes the perfect leaders for trout, steelhead, salmon, the saltwater flats and blue water big game with accurate turnovers and high tensile strength. Now all you have to do is add the fish!