SA Sharkskin

SCIENTIFIC ANGLERS "SHARKSKIN": Sharkskin technology is a precise texturing process that embosses the surface of the fly line coating with a repeating geometric micro-pattern to achieve surface interface properties that mimic nature - such as the ability of insects to walk on water and the shedding and self-cleaning ability of Lotus leaves. The finished surface is no longer smooth or has unwanted line flash, and it yields greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, and overall line suppleness & durability.

Sharkskin changes the meniscus force balance that up until now, holds all other floating fly lines at close to a neutral buoyancy within the line-water interface... Sharkskin's micro texture greatly increases the upward meniscus force thru the water's interaction with the new surface and the trapping of air into the valleys of the texture. The result is an over 200% improvement in resistance of the line to be forced into the water....effectively improving "floatation" of the line significantly beyond anything that can be achieved by adding glass bubbles or surface chemistries.

The line sits higher in the water - less drag, easier mending, easier roll casting, easier pick-ups, less water spray. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced, shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts - even on the hottest days or when the line is dirty (THIS LINE "SINGS" THROUGH THE GUIDES!). The micro-repeating pattern introduces flex points that increase the suppleness of the line, and in lab testing, the durability and resistance to cracking is up to 3 times greater than all other lines tested.

NOTE: We recommend using finger protection with SHARKSKIN Fly lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.

Scientific Anglers Saltwater Sharkskin
Item # FA034		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'SALTWATER TAPER' Floating Fly Lines with STREAMLINED LOOP INSTALLED (6-9 wts). Stiffer core to cut through wind and carry larger flies when necessary. Hot and cold water safe, becoming a favorite line from NE striper to Keys bonefish. Color is Mist-Yellow. WF6F thru WF12F.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Scientific Anglers Steelhead Sharkskin Fly Line
Item # FA035		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'STEELHEAD TAPER' Floating Fly Lines with STREAMLINED LOOP INSTALLED: Extra long head for long range casting and control. Extended rear taper facilitates mending, pickups and smooth casting. Color is Optic-Green. WF6F thru WF10F.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sa Sharkskin Magnum
Item # FA036		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'MAGNUM TAPER' Floating Fly Lines with STREAMLINED LOOP INSTALLED: Powerful yet smooth taper design. Casts extremely big flies with ease. Excels in windy conditions. Color is Mist-Green. WF4F thru WF10F.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sa Sharkskin Trout Dt
Item # FA037		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'ULTIMATE TROUT DOUBLE-TAPER' DRY-TIP Floating Fly Lines DT3F thru DT6F in Color Blue-Heron.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sharkskin "GPX" Taper Fly Line
Item # FA038		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'GPX TAPER' DRY-TIP Floating Fly Lines with STREAMLINED LOOP INSTALLED. WF3F thru WF9F in COLORS: (1)Optic-Green, (2Willow.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sharkskin Shooting Line
Item # FA039		 $59.95


SA Sharkskin Shooting Line Integrates a unique black tip that allows you to easily identify where the shooting head connects to the shooting line. SPECIFY: (1)Yellow/Black-Tip 20lb (.032" diameter), (2)Orange/Black-Tip 25lb (.035" diameter)
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Sa Sharkskin Saltwater Clear Tip Fly Lines
Item # FA041		 $99.95


SA SHARKSKIN 'SALTWATER CLEAR-TIP' Fly Lines Stiffer core to cut through wind and carry larger flies when necessary. Hot/cold water safe. Horizon-Blue floating line with 16-foot Clear intermediate sinking tip. WF7F/I thru WF12F/I.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sa Sharkskin Tarpon Clear Intermediate Fly Lines
Item # FA042		 $99.95


NEW! SA SHARKSKIN 'TARPON CLEAR-INTERMEDIATE' Sinking Fly Lines: Designed for use in tropical climates while casting large flies to tarpon and other big game fish. Low visibility w/stiff braided mono core. WF10S thru WF13S.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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Sa Sharkskin Magnum Tropic Fly Lines
Item # FA043		 $99.95


NEW! SA SHARKSKIN 'MAGNUM TROPIC' Floating Fly Lines: Hot weather version of the standard Magnum. Stiff, braided mono core. Casts extremely big flies w/ease. Excels in windy conditions. Color is Mist-Yellow. WF6F thru WF12F.

Groundbreaking lines that yield greatly improved line-to-water floatation, casting performance, overall line suppleness and durability. The Sharkskin texturing process allows lines to sit higher in the water for less drag, easier mending, roll casting, and pick-ups. Line friction in the guides is greatly reduced; shoot distance is increased for longer, easier casts-even when the line is dirty. This line SINGS through the guides!! >> We recommend using finger protection with Sharkskin and Mastery Texturted Fly Lines, especially when stripping streamers or saltwater patterns.
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