Scientific Anglers - Mastery Series Saltwater Rapid Sinking Tip Fly Line - Blue Water Express

Fast sinking with big power to handle large flies. Intermediate running line goes deep and stays deep to keep flies in the strike zone. Formulated for better shooting and longer casts. A one piece alternative to shooting line/shooting head. Stiff Tropi-Core design minimizes tangles. Extra strong 65 lb. core for tuna and big game fish. The Sink Rate for the 500 grain is 8.5 ips and the 700 grain is 9.5 ips. Taper Characteristics: Optimum diameter running line for increased durability and reduced tangling. Core: Super strong braided monofilament nylon, built with 3M Tropi-Core technology for reduced tangling, better shooting and superior overall performance in warmer saltwater environments. The strength to out muscle big fish. Coating: Saltwater blend of 3M PVC formulated with patented AST-Advanced Shooting Technology - floating line and Mastery Series sinking-line technology. Graduated density between sinking tip and floating section allows straighter fishing, enhanced sensitivity, better strike detection and easier hook setting. Color is Dark Gray and Teal. Delivery is Strong and Stiffness is Moderate. Taper Characteristics: Grain 500 - Front taper 3'; Sink Belly 19'; Rear Taper 3'; Running Line 75' and Head Length is 25'. Grain 700 - Front Taper 3'; Sink Belly 24'; Rear Taper 3'; Running Line 70' and Head Length is 30'.