Scientific Anglers Stillwater Intermediate Fly Line: Master Your Stillwater Domain
Tired of your flies hovering just out of reach or sinking too fast in the depths? The Scientific Anglers Stillwater Intermediate Fly Line is engineered to give you the precise control you need to present your flies perfectly in calm waters, ensuring more strikes and fewer missed opportunities.
Unrivaled Presentation for the Discerning Stillwater Angler
Experience the difference a premium stillwater fly line makes. This expertly designed line features an intermediate sink rate, allowing your flies to ride just below the surface with a steady, controlled 1.7ips descent – ideal for streamers and nymphs targeting trout. The overweighted design, by two line weights, effortlessly handles multiple flies, longer leaders, and demands for extended casts, giving you a distinct advantage on the lake.
Key Features:
- Controlled Descent: Keeps flies riding slightly below the surface for optimal presentation in stillwaters.
- AST Plus Slickness: Revolutionary additive ensures superior shooting and enhanced line durability.
- Overweighted Design: Easily casts multiple flies, long leaders, and achieves greater distances.
- Textured Hang Markers: Locate your fly placement instantly at 10 and 20 feet from the tip.
- Audible Reference Point: Know your haul with integrated sonic cues.
- SA Line ID: Quickly identify your line type and weight.
- Welded Loops: Seamless, strong connections for easy leader attachment.
THE BOSS OUTDOOR VERDICT:
This is the fly line for anglers who demand absolute precision on stillwater. While other lines struggle with presentation depth, this Scientific Anglers intermediate excels by offering a consistent, controlled sink rate that keeps flies in the strike zone. We've found its ability to handle weighted flies and long leaders without sacrificing casting feel is exceptional on pressured trout lakes. If you're serious about maximising your catch rate in stillwater environments, you need this line.
| Item Number | Line Weight | Head Length | Total Length | Head Weight | Grain Weight* |
| 149143 | WF-5-I | 45.0' | 100.0' | 280 gr | 185 gr |
| 149150 | WF-6-I | 45.0' | 100.0' | 320 gr | 210 gr |
| 149167 | WF-7-I | 45.0' | 100.0' | 365 gr | 240 gr |
