[don1]

As an active SW fly fisherman, often using shooting taper heads, I have always favored hollow braided mono for my running, (or shooting), lines. Nowadays, many running line types are being marketed, - some new and some old.

I would welcome a discussion on some of the possible running line replacements favored by active anglers using ST heads. I would base the critique on several line factors: lightweight quality, non kinking, or curling, and ease of handling when retrieving flies . Thanks much!!!

 

[toddkfly]

I built a couple T-14 head systems this past fall and really liked the Rio Shooting Line, .035" diameter, intermediate. Best I have used so far with regards to lack of tangles, and ease of use. Not too thin where it can be challenging to handle with gloves etc... in the cold. Stuff shoots like a rocket and seems to be holding up real well. I did another T-14 with the running line portion of an older SA Striper line and that has also done pretty well. Don't remember the specs of that running line but she works. The Rio does shoot better but can't claim whether it is due to the fact that it is newer than the older SA running line.

 

[Shortylong01]

:thumbup: on RIO running line. I've found way less tangles and very seldom does it knot.

:nono: to loop to loop connection between running and shooting head... IMHO...

 

[toddkfly]

Mike, Good call, definitley make your own splices with braided mono, I like Cortland 50lb. Here is a great guide for those who are interested in making your own-

Outer Banks Fly Fishing: Splicing T8 and T14

Todd

 

[Shortylong01]

Todd... we think alike... 50 lb Cortland hollow braid is the ticket...