Designed for optimum performance when distance and delicacy are key. The Stillwater is the ultimate taper for presenting a wide variety of flies. The hi-vis colour scheme makes it perfect for subtle nymphing techniques where spotting the slightest grab is essential to success. Also available in lichen green color option for stealth presentation among the weed beds.
Includes welded front loop
Tip & Front Taper: Lengthened front taper for delicate presentation
Belly: The 18? belly is short enough for easy management but long enough for moderately long casts when needed.
Rear Taper: The 12? rear taper carries longer casts and keeps them stable when going long distances.
Rigging tips:
- Dry flies: 9? – 15? monofilament or floating PolyLeader + tippet
- Nymphing: 9?-15? monofilament or fluorocarbon leader + tippet. Strike indicators and added weights can also be used.
- Small Streamers: 4?-8? monofilament or fluorocarbon leader. Typically 4x-1x, depending on line size and fishery. PolyLeaders in floating, intermediate or sinking varieties.
*AFTMA Stand. Wt – This is the AFTMA standard measurement which measures the grain weight of only the first 30 feet of the head.
Designed for optimum performance when distance and delicacy are key. The Stillwater is the ultimate taper for presenting a wide variety of flies. The hi-vis colour scheme makes it perfect for subtle nymphing techniques where spotting the slightest grab is essential to success. Also available in lichen green color option for stealth presentation among the weed beds.
Includes welded front loop
Tip & Front Taper: Lengthened front taper for delicate presentation
Belly: The 18? belly is short enough for easy management but long enough for moderately long casts when needed.
Rear Taper: The 12? rear taper carries longer casts and keeps them stable when going long distances.
Rigging tips:
- Dry flies: 9? – 15? monofilament or floating PolyLeader + tippet
- Nymphing: 9?-15? monofilament or fluorocarbon leader + tippet. Strike indicators and added weights can also be used.
- Small Streamers: 4?-8? monofilament or fluorocarbon leader. Typically 4x-1x, depending on line size and fishery. PolyLeaders in floating, intermediate or sinking varieties.