Are you a trout fishing dryfly geek? Do you fish different lines to adapt for different conditions and optimize efficiency? Then you should have a look at our new series of Amplitude Smoot Strategic Trout flylines. Trout Strategic is a series of dryfly trout lines in three different head lengths to accommodate for different conditions, such as small creeks/ rivers, or medium to large rivers, skill set or just personal preferences on how long the perfect trout line should be. All three head lengths have similar tapers that gives the angler the same control and feel. The tapers give excellent turnover of long leaders and gentle presentations. The tapers are also designed to master both overhead and spey casts. Slow, medium or fast action rods- these lines will deliver the fly to the target with precision and accuracy.
The Trout Strategic 8,5 (head length is 8,5 meter in 5 weight) is designed for small creeks to medium sized rivers or where there is very limited space for doing a cast. This line will also suit novice casters because the head is short and easy to handle. The experienced angler will enjoy the benefits this short but precise head like this will give under the right conditions.
The Trout Strategic 10,5 (head length is 10,5 meter in 5 weight) is designed for medium to large sized rivers.10,5-meter head length is considered a very good around, versatile length for most types of dryfly fishing. The head length is short enough to work well in tight spots, and long enough to excel where distance is necessary.
The Trout Strategic 12,5 (head length is 12,5 meter in 5 weight) This is the casters line. This line is designed for medium to large sized rivers, or for those who simply enjoy fishing lines with longer heads. The longer head allows the experienced angler to cast further with optimal control. This is a go to dryfly line for experienced anglers who fish the larger rivers.
Trout Strategic 8,5, 10,5 and 12,5 have group tailored head lengths, meaning all head lengths are optimized according to the head weight.
You think your floating line isn’t floating as well as it used to do, or isn’t as slick as it used to be? The reasons and the ways to fix this are probably pretty simple.
Lines float because they are lighter than water, and because they are hydrophobic; they repel water. For lines to float their best, both of these features need to be working. The density of your line won’t change, it won’t absorb water and become waterlogged and sink, but if it gets dirty it won’t repel the water well and it will float lower in the surface tension and may get pulled under now and then. The key to good flotation is keeping your lines clean so the hydrophobic surface works.
Cleaning with soap and water on a cloth removes most of the dirt, but cleaning pads work even better. Properly cleaned, your lines will float better, cast better and last longer, certainly a good trade-off for a couple of minutes of line maintenance.
To use the cleaning pad, pinch the pad over the line so that the abrasive, non-foam side touches the line. Pull the fly line through the pad under some tension. Repeat this process until some of the fly line color is visible on the pad.
Clean your lines every 2-3 outings, or anytime you think dirt is hindering their performance. The cleaning pads are easy to carry in your vest or tackle bag and can be used anytime, wet or dry.
Note that flyline dressing can be used to reduce friction during competition- or practice casting scenarios, but we don’t recommend it for fishing.
