Cortland Specialty Series - Compact Sink Type 9 Fly Line
The Specialty Series Compact Sink Type 9 is the world’s most versatile sinking lines, rated for all temperature conditions. Featuring a 28ft Type 9 (8-9IPS) sinking head paired with an intermediate, low friction running line that will keep your fly down in the zone. The 12ft step aids with handling and double hauling. - Type 9 Sinking Head - Intermediate Running Line - Slick and Supple Compact Sink Type 9 Breakdown Our Specialty Series Compact Sink Type 9 features a 28 ft. type 9 (8-9 IPS) sinking head with a short 3 ft. front taper for turning over large, air-resistant flies. The short 2 ft. back taper helps load this line quickly and makes it extremely shootable. Intermediate running line removes any hinges in the line and gives you a smooth transition into the depths. This dual colored line features our low stretch braided nylon core for consistent, powerful hook sets and ultimate stopping power. Our signature Shooting Technology keeps your line remaining slick, supple and fast shooting. The black and light blue color combination distinguishes taper change and is traceable yet stealthy in both freshwater and saltwater environments. WATER: Freshwater / Saltwater DENSITY: Sink 9 Head (8 - 9IPS) / Intermediate (1.5 to 2 IPS) Running Line TAPER: Weight Forward LENGTH: 100ft (28ft Head / 72ft Running Line) LOOPS: Front / Back GRAIN WEIGHTS: WF6/7: 240 • WF7/8: 275 • WF8/9: 310 CORE: Monofilament TEMPERATURE: Warm to Tropic (50+ degrees F) COLOR: Black / Light Blue SPECIES: Bass / Salmon / Steelhead / Trout / Pike / Musky / Striped Bass / False Albacore / Bluefish