RIO Skagit Max Line
RIO
The RIO Skagit Max is an exceptionally easy casting Skagit style shooting head that will cast big flies, and the heaviest sinking tips with the utmost of ease. A unique taper design not only casts all the nasty stuff associated with Skagit fishing, but also forms beautiful loops and is extremely pleasant to cast. The head is built on RIO’s ultra-low stretch ConnectCore for the utmost in casting control and sensitivity, and has a highly visible orange section loop for easy recognition. It is available in a multitude of lengths and weights to cover all rod and angling situations.
- Ultra-low stretch core for the best in casting and fishing sensitivity
- Easy loading design
- Printed ID system on the rear of the head for quick recognition
- Color is teal with a high viz orange rear loop.
For best performance, RIO recommends attaching the following head sizes to these shooting lines sizes:
- 275gr to 450gr – .024"/.026” Powerflex/ConnectCore shooting line, or 25lb SlickShooter/GripShooter
- 450gr to 550gr – .030"/.032” Powerflex/ConnectCore shooting line, or 35lb SlickShooter/GripShooter
- 550gr to 650gr – .035"/.037” Powerflex/ConnectCore shooting line, or 44lb SlickShooter/GripShooter
- 650gr and bigger – .040"/.042” Powerflex/ConnectCore shooting line, or 50lb SlickShooter/GripShooter
| Head wt |
|---|
| 425gr |
| 450gr |
| 475gr |
| 500gr |
| 525gr |
| 550gr |
| 575gr |
| 600gr |
| 625gr |
| 650gr |
| 675gr |
| 700gr |
| 725gr |
| 750gr |
| Head Length | Rod wt* | Color | Sink Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 6/7wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 7wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 7wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 7/8wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 7/8wt | 23ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 8wt | 24ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 8/9wt | 24ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 9wt | 24ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 9wt | 25ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 9/10wt | 25ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 10wt | 25ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 10/11wt | 25ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
| 11wt | 25ft | Teal / Orange | Float |
*Rod Weight designations provided by RIO and should be used as a general guide and will vary based on different manufacturer’s rods, as well as each angler's casting style.
