Leader & Tippet

RIO’s Euro Nymph Leader is deal for European Nymphing techniques with its tapered leader. This leader is opaque white with two-tone Indicator Tippet for visibility in all conditions for the most subtle strike.

A bulk spool of medium stiff nylon that is ideal for butt sections. Three sizes to cover all fly line options. 

RIO’s Powerflex Tippet has high knot strength, stretch, and flexibility. Colored light grey to blend in with the water, this tippet is perfect for trout. Available in regular and guide spools, from 8X to 60 lb.

RIO’S Powerflex Plus Tippet is the strongest nylon tippet material ever made, with tensile strengths up to 20% more than regular tippet.

Rio’s Freshwater VersiLeader quickly convert a floating line to a sink tip. Tapered for performance with a welded loop for fast rigging.

The Pike/Musky leader is designed for pike, musky, and similar toothy species. The ultra-stiff nylon leader is attached to a bite-resistant wire. Two wire choices are available.

The Pike/Musky leader is designed for pike, musky, and similar toothy species. The ultra-stiff nylon leader is attached to a bite-resistant wire. Two wire choices are available.

RIO's Fluoroflex steelhead/salmon leaders are made of 100% fluorocarbon, and are the perfect solution for when a nearly invisible presentation is required in low, clear rivers and for spooky summer-run fish.

RIO’s Steelhead/Salmond Leaders are very strong and abrasion resistant, tapered to turn over large flies and handle strong winds. Perfect for all Spey rods and lines, as well as single handed fishing for steel head and salmon.

RIO’s Toothy Critter is the perfect line for chasing species with sharp teeth like bluefish and barracuda. The bite-resistant wire it attached to a stiff nylon leader with a taper design for casting large flies.

The RIO Bonefish leaders are made with the traits needed by a bonefish angler. The medium-stiff nylon with a powerful taper allows bonefish flies to turn over with ease, while coping with strong winds.

RIO’S BIG NASTY TIPPET is designed to cast large, heavy or air resistant flies. The tippet is made of a medium stiff nylon that easily turn over streamers, big terrestrials (like hoppers and stoneflies), and cope with tough winds.