The RIO Elite Flats Pro is the ultimate tropical floating fly line, purpose-built for serious saltwater anglers targeting bonefish, permit, and tarpon on the flats. Designed to perform flawlessly in extreme heat, this line excels in temperatures from 24°C to 38°C, delivering smooth casting, precise presentations, and rock-solid hook sets.
Built on RIO’s low-stretch DirectCore, the Flats Pro offers exceptional sensitivity and powerful strip sets, while remaining easy to anneal and laying perfectly straight on the water. The mid-length head and long back taper generate effortless loops and controlled turnover, even with larger flies. Finished with RIO’s industry-leading SlickCast coating, it’s ultra-slick, durable, and built to last in harsh saltwater conditions.
Temperature Range: 24°C – 38°C
Series: Tropical
Line Type: Floating
Length: 100ft per line
Colour: Aqua / Orange / Sand
Features:
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SlickCast coating for ultra-slick, long-lasting performance
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Low-stretch DirectCore for solid strip sets and sensitivity
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High-floating running line that won’t sink or hinder casting
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Low-memory core that anneals easily and lies straight on the water
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Optimised taper for smooth loops and accurate presentations
Ideal for: Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Tropical Flats Fishing
Core Strengths:
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WF6 – WF7: 30lb (13.6kg)
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WF8 – WF9: 45lb (20.4kg)
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WF10 – WF12: 60lb (27.2kg)
Grain Weights:
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WF8F – 240gr
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WF9F – 280gr
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WF10F – 330gr
When performance matters most in hot, demanding conditions, trust the RIO Elite Flats Pro Floating Fly Line—the benchmark for flats fishing worldwide.