Scientific Anglers Leaders and Tippet

Absolute Trout Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Tapers specifically designed for Trout fishing
• Heavy butt diameters for powerful accurate deliveries
• Supple material for drag free drifts
• Lengths:
  • 7.5' in sizes 6X-0X
  • 9' in sizes 7X-0X

Absolute Trout Leader 3-Pack

Freshwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Three leaders per pack
• Tapers specifically designed for Trout fishing
• Heavy butt diameters for powerful accurate deliveries
• Supple material for drag free drifts
• Lengths:
  • 7.5' in sizes 6X-0X
  • 9' in sizes 7X-0X

Absolute Trout Presentation Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Tapers specifically designed for Trout fishing
• Heavy butt diameters for powerful accurate deliveries
• Supple material for drag free drifts
• Lengths:
  • 11' in sizes 6X-0X
  • 14' in sizes 5X-3X

Absolute Fluorocarbon Leader 1-Pack

Fluorocarbon tapered leader

Absolute fluorocarbon leaders boast a 15% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and features incredible clarity and abrasion resistance. Deadly on Trout, Bass, Bonefish, Permit and Steelhead. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• 100% Fluorocarbon for stealthy presentations
• Taper and butt diameters adapted per size to perfectly match common flies
• Abrasion resistant
• Lengths:
  • 9' in sizes 7x-0X and 8-20lb
  • 12' in sizes 6-20lb

Absolute Trout Stealth Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Tapers specifically designed for Trout fishing
• Heavy butt diameters for powerful accurate deliveries
• Supple material for drag free drifts
• Lengths: 9' in sizes 7X-3X

Absolute Salmon/Steelhead Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Medium stiff material for powerful turnover and low memory in colder climates
• Excellent for swinging, stripping streamers or indicator rigs
• Lengths:
  • 9' in sizes 8-16lb
  • 12' in sizes 12-20lb

Absolute Streamer Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• 4’ short leader for use with sinking fly lines
• Heavy butt turns over the largest flies and protects fly line loop
• Lengths: 4' in sizes 8-20lb

Absolute Indicator Stillwater Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Hot orange butt section for strike detection
• Great for indicator fishing stillwater or rivers for trout
• Short Butt section with long tippet section to sink nymphs quickly and evenly
• Lengths: 12' in sizes 4X-2X

Absolute Euro Nymph Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Small diameter butt section to match with small diameter euro nymph lines
• Integrated Absolute Tri-color sighter
• Tippet ring allows easy attachment of tippet material
• Length: 13.5' in size 2X

Absolute Saltwater Leader 1-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Medium-stiff material with heavy butt section for consistent delivery and abrasion resistance
• General purpose taper covers most saltwater applications
• Lengths: 10' in sizes 8-20lb

Absolute Bonefish Leader 1-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Specialty taper designed specifically for delivering bonefish flies to wary fish in shallow water
• Medium-stiff material for abrasion resistance
• Lengths: 10' in sizes 8-12lb

Absolute Bonefish Leader 3-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Three leaders per pack
• Specialty taper designed specifically for delivering bonefish flies to wary fish in shallow water
• Medium-stiff material for abrasion resistance
• Lengths: 10' in sizes 8-12lb

Absolute Permit Leader 1-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Specialty taper designed specifically for delivering heavier permit flies
• Medium-stiff material for abrasion resistance
• Lengths: 10' in sizes 12-20lb

Absolute Permit Leader 3-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Three leaders per pack
• Specialty taper designed specifically for delivering heavier permit flies
• Medium-stiff material for abrasion resistance
• Lengths: 10' in sizes 12-20lb

Absolute Bass Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater leader

Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors. Our new paper-based leader packaging is now 100% recyclable. All materials, inks, and window are fully biodegradable to protect our streams and reduce our environmental footprint. Please don’t litter.

• Heavy, stiff butt designed to turn over the largest, most air resistant flies
• Abrasion resistant material designed to survive dense cover
• Lengths: 8' in sizes 8-20lb

Freshwater Leader 1-Pack

Freshwater nylon tapered leader

It’s all well and good to have a quality fly line, but without a good leader, you’re out of luck. Our nylon Freshwater leaders come in two different lengths and feature a longer, larger butt section for easy turnover. These materials feature the high wet knot strength and true-to-spec X sizes.

• Lengths available:
  • 7.5' in sizes 6X to 0X
  • 9’ in sizes 7X to 0X

Saltwater Leader 2-Pack

Saltwater tapered leader

Designed with low visibility in mind for fish on the flats, our nylon Saltwater leaders are perfect for chasing permit, redfish, bonefish, and other saltwater game. The unique taper helps turn over flies and three different breaking strengths help you dial in your presentation. They feature the highest wet knot strength in the industry.

• Two leaders per pack
• Designed for saltwater flats
• Low visibility for wary fish
• Unique taper enhances turnover and accuracy, even in high wind
• Lengths: 9' in sizes 8lb-20lb

Bass Leader 2-Pack

Bass tapered leader

Specifically designed to handle larger bass flies and poppers, our freshwater nylon Bass leaders feature a heavy butt section and powerful taper that help turn over the largest flies. Available in three different breaking strengths, finely tuned to help you land those head-shaking, hard-fighting bass we all know and love.

• Two leaders per pack
• Heavy butt and powerful taper turn over the largest flies
• Length 9’ in sizes 8lb-20lb

Sonar Leader 1-Pack

Sonar floating and sinking leaders

Imagine a world where you need to get a fly down to the fish, but all you have is a floating fly line. In that world, the perfect solution would be our SONAR Sinking Leaders. Luckily for you, we live in such a world. These 7' and 10' leaders attach to the end of a fly line and can put your fly anywhere in the water column. With five different densities, each weighing in at either 35 grains or 50 grains, you’ll be able to cover the surface to the depths. Ideal for single-handed lines as well as light double-handed lines, no matter the scenario, you can Get Down with SONAR.

• Floating and sinking leaders for use with double- and single-handed lines
• Built on 25-lb. monofilament
• Weight: 35 grains or 50 grains
• Welded loop on butt end
• SA ID for quick identification of individual leaders
• Lengths: 7' and 10'

Figure 8 Leader 1-Pack

Figure 8 premium wire leader

• Designed specifically for finishing muskie retrieves with boat-side figure 8s to convert more follows
• Hand-tied in the USA
• Premium nickel titanium 1×7 wire; ultra kink-resistant, and 100% corrosion proof
• Stay-Lok™ snap closure (size 3) that won’t open while fighting fish

Toothy Fish Stealth Leader 1-Pack

Toothy fish stealth FC bite leader

• 7.5’ tapered leader aids in smooth turnover of larger flies
• Abrasion-resistant leader material holds up to harsh conditions
• Premium 15” section of 80LB fluorocarbon for ultra-low visibility
• Rock-solid snap closure that won’t open while fighting fish

Esox Special Leader 1-Pack

Esox special premium wire leader

• Proven, bombproof design for seriously strong, toothy predators
• Features abrasion-resistant 40LB fluorocarbon section
• Premium Knot 2 Kinky nickel titanium wire section is super straight, ultra kink-resistant, and 100% corrosion proof
• Rock-solid snap closure that won’t open while fighting fish

Toothy Fish Wire Leader 1-Pack

Premium wire leader

• 7.5’ tapered leader aids in smooth turnover of larger flies
• Abrasion-resistant leader material holds up to harsh conditions
• Premium Knot 2 Kinky nickel titanium wire section is super straight, ultra kink-resistant, and 100% corrosion proof
• Rock-solid snap closure that won’t open while fighting fish

Inshore Leader 2-Pack

Premium saltwater tapered leaders

• Two leaders per pack
• 7.5' Hard Mono AR leader aids in turnover of larger flies
• Abrasion-resistant Hard Mono AR material holds up to harsh conditions
• Premium 24" section of fluorocarbon shock tippet is nearly invisible to fish and holds up to nicks and abrasion

Predator Wire Leader 2-Pack

Predator nylon-coated stainless wire leader

• Two leaders per pack
• 7.5’ tapered leader aids in smooth turnover of larger flies
• Abrasion-resistant leader material holds up to harsh conditions
• 15” section of tooth-resistant 1×7 stainless steel wire
• Black nylon coated for low visibility
• Heavy-duty black single-barrel sleeves for secure attachment of flies

Micro Swivels

Prevent line twist

Micro Swivels will help prevent line twist when throwing streamers and other large flies

• Prevents twist with large, air resistant flies like poppers and streamers
• Available in two sizes: X-Small (25lb test) and Small (40lb test)
• Black finish for wary fish
• 10 to a package

Tippet Rings

Easy leader to tippet connection

Tippet rings create a strong connection between your leader and tippet, that don’t require you to cut back your leader every time you need to add additional tippet.

• Stainless steel rings for rigging leader and tippet
• Available in 2 sizes: Small (2mm, 17lb test) and Medium (2.5mm, 26lb test)
• Black Nickel finish
• 10 to a package

Stay Lok Snaps - Size #2 and #3

The most reliable fly snaps. Period

Unique design ensures these will not open when casting large saltwater and cod flies or when fighting toothy fish.

• Sizes #2 and #3
• Made from extremely strong .24” (Size #2) or .30” stainless steel (Size #3)
• 6 snaps per packet
• Black finish

Absolute Fluorocarbon Trout Tippet

Fluorocarbon tippet

Absolute fluorocarbon leaders and tippet boast a 15% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and features incredible clarity and abrasion resistance.

• 100% fluorocarbon for ultimate stealthy presentations
• Supple for drag free drifts
• Sizes: 7X–0X
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Trout Tippet

Freshwater tippet

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• Supple for drag free drifts
• Sizes: 7X–0X
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Trout Stealth Tippet

Freshwater tippet

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• Supple material for drag free drifts
• Light olive tint reduces line flash for ultra wary fish
• Sizes: 7X–0X
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Fluorocarbon Tippet

Fluorocarbon tippet

Absolute fluorocarbon leaders and tippet boast a 15% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and features incredible clarity and abrasion resistance.

• 100% Fluorocarbon
• Abrasion resistant - for saltwater, warmwater, and anadromous species
• Stiff material for excellent turnover
• Sizes: 4–20lb
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Tippet

All-purpose tippet

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• Medium-stiff material for saltwater, warmwater, and anadramous fish
• Sizes: 4lb-20lb
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Tri-color Sighter

For use with Euro nymph rigs

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• Designed for use with Euro-style nymphing rigs
• Low memory, high abrasion resistance, maximum knot strength
• Green, white, and orange alternates every 10 inches
• Sizes: 4X, 2X, and 0X
• Length: 10m spools in all sizes
• Silicone band protects tippet from UV exposure
• Patented cutter spool design

Absolute Fluorocarbon Shock

Saltwater fluorocarbon shock

Absolute fluorocarbon leaders and tippet boast a 15% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and features incredible clarity and abrasion resistance.

• Extreme abrasion resistance for saltwater and predatory fish
• 100% fluorocarbon
• Sizes: 25lb–80lb
• Length: 30m spools in all sizes
• Unique open-hub spool for easy dispensing

Absolute Leader Material

Saltwater leader material

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• Sizes: 25lb–80lb
• Length: 50m spools in all sizes
• General Purpose, medium-stiff monofilament for leader building
• Unique open-hub spool for easy dispensing

Absolute Hard Mono

Saltwater leader material

Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Absolute nylon leaders and tippet have a 29% higher wet knot strength compared to our previous material and up to 40% higher wet knot strength when compared to our competitors.

• General purpose, medium-stiff monofilament for leader building
• Sizes: 25lb – 80lb
• Length: 50m spools in all sizes
• Unique open-hub spool for easy dispensing

Freshwater Tippet

Freshwater tippet 30m

For years, our tippet materials were marketed as being something they weren’t. The diameters, breaking strengths, and performance just weren’t accurate—or up to par with our own rigorous standards. Our Freshwater nylon tippet is, simply put, the strongest and most reliable we have ever created, with the highest knot strength of anything we tested. Period.

• True-to-spec X sizes
• Length: 30-meter spools in all sizes
• Low memory, high abrasion resistance, maximum knot strength
• Patented cutter spool design
• Sizes: 7X–20lb

Absolute Predator 7x7 Knottable Wire

7x7 knottable wire

Absolute Predator wire is ideal for presenting flies to large predatory fish and to quickly tie knots when changing flies.

• 7×7 stainless steel construction limits stiffness for exceptional knot stability and natural fly movement
• Nylon coating locks in knots and protects wire from abrasion
• Can be used with most common fishing knots
• Camo brown color reduces flash and visibility under water
• Available in 25lb and 40lb sizes in 25ft spools

Stainless Steel Wire

Black nylon-coated wire 30'

• 30’ of 1×7 stainless steel wire
• Available in 20lb or 45lb breaking strengths
• Bite- and corrosion-resistant
• Black nylon coated for durability and low visibility
• Easily knottable
• Holds up against fish with sharp teeth and strong jaws

1x7 NiTi Wire

1 x 7 Nickel Titanium Wire

• 10’ of 1×7 nickel titanium wire
• Stronger and more durable than pure titanium
• 100% corrosion proof
• Easily knottable
• Excellent kink resistance
• Holds up against fish with sharp teeth and strong jaws