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Airflo Tactical WF Or Rio Selective DT |
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Master Guide
Posts: 483 (11/06/09 13:20:49) |
I'm thinking about getting one of these lines in a 6 wt. Which do you prefer?
I already have the Rio in a 3 wt, and I noticed that nail knots rip the coating off. What's the best way to attach the leader on this line? |
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PeteStiles |
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Guide
Posts: 167 (11/06/09 14:24:09) |
bassackwards wrote: Zap-a-gap. |
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Master Guide
Posts: 679 (11/06/09 14:38:54) |
Don't currently own either line but I'll second the zap-a-gap recommendation. I used it on all my 3,4,5 wt lines this year and loved it. If you like
loop to loop jgestar has a killer zap-a-gap loop tutorial somewhere on the site. You can make the tiniest, knotless ultra smooth loops with zap a gap.
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Master Guide
Posts: 212 (11/06/09 15:01:39) |
If you decide on the Selective Trout II, keep an eye out for clearances. The line has been replaced by the Trout LT, and the DT version has a much different
profile (more like a traditional DT, with the fat part in the middle, rather than wasp-waisted, like the Selective Trout DT's). The Trout LT WF version has
been redesigned, as well, with a longer head and taper profile. As for knots, I never use a standard nail knot anymore with typical PVC over braided core
lines--always some form of needle knot or epoxy splice.
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Master Guide
Posts: 484 (11/06/09 15:47:27) |
Both lines are on sale. The Rio Selective Trout II is still on clearance at several places. The Airflo Tactical Trout is just starting to be discounted at a
few places. Bob Marriot said Airflo is redesigning the coating.
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Posts: 5359 (11/06/09 16:09:35) Administrator |
I thought these lines were looped?
Tough comparison, though - I own both lines and like them both. I guess I prefer the DT on softer tapers/longer rods and the WF on crisper/shorter rods.
the rods are never obsolete - the marketing is.
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Master Guide
Posts: 485 (11/10/09 11:27:08) |
I ordered the Airflo from Cabelas. They have it on sale for $40 in the bargain cave.
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Master Guide
Posts: 962 (11/11/09 02:40:08) |
bassackwards wrote: just did the same (in thte 4wt). i'm gonna try it on the F79/3 mike is finishing for me this week. 
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Master Guide
Posts: 488 (11/11/09 08:13:47) |
I already have one in the 4 wt. You may need to cut back the tip section to get it to float properly, but it is a very nice casting line.
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Master Guide
Posts: 492 (11/16/09 08:56:36) |
I fished the new line on my FF79 yesterday, and it really brought the rod to life. My only complaint is that the welded loop sinks. I was hoping that this
wouldn't happen with the larger diameter line.
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Master Guide
Posts: 1606 (11/17/09 19:03:49) |
Airflos are really good lines and they're looped now. One bit of advice from a long time Airflo user: untangle mono off of it with caution. They are
susceptible to being cut with mono.
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PeteStiles |
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Guide
Posts: 190 (11/19/09 19:48:41) |
OK - I just has two zap-a-gap connections fail on Airflo! The line tore away leaving only the braided core. I tied the leader on and the same thing happened.
WTF? I used the exposed core, 6/0 thread and super glue to make a loop end. This better work. Has this happened to anyone else?
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onemoredeer.clarksclassicfl... |
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Master Guide
Posts: 414 (11/19/09 20:25:45) |
Pete Stiles:
Try this method instead http://fiberglassflyrodders.yuku.com/topic/1926 Doug |
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PeteStiles |
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Guide
Posts: 191 (11/20/09 10:21:18) |
Thanks Doug. I'll give it a try.
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bassackwards |
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Master Guide
Posts: 495 (11/23/09 13:58:35) |
I used a needle knot and didn't have any problems with the coating stripping off.
Last Edited By: bassackwards
11/23/09 14:01:03.
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Zenkoanhead.clarksclassicfl... |
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Guide
Posts: 146 (11/26/09 18:28:51) |
I use an Albright, doubling the line over on itself. Don
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