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444 Peach

Classic, supple casting feel and dependable floating performance.

Best for: All-around trout fishing, dry flies, and nymphs

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
Peach

One of the all-time classics, our Peach line has set a standard for durability and all around performance for over 50 years. Great for dry fly fishing, nymphing and throwing small streamers. This line is offered in a Weight Forward or Double Taper.

- Easy Casting
- Ultra Supple
- High Floating

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Salmon / Steelhead / Carp / Bass / Atlantic Salmon / Panfish / Grayling

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The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Modern Trout Moss Green

Half-size-heavy profile for quick loading and easy turnover.

Best for: Dry flies, nymph rigs, and streamers on modern trout rods

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
Moss Green

The Modern Trout was designed for complete trout versatility. The short front taper will turn over nymph rigs, streamers and dry flies, while the extended back taper increases line control and makes for quick line pick up.

- Stealthy Moss Green
- All Purpose Aggressive Taper
- Front Welded Loop

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Panfish / Grayling

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Big Shot

Powerful loading and aggressive turnover for challenging casts.

Best for: Large flies, streamers, and heavy rigs

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
Sky Blue

The Big Shot was designed for punching large flies through the wind and comfortably turning over heavy tandem nymph rigs. This line features a slick coating with an aggressive taper design allowing for minimal false casts.

- Full Line Size Heavy
- Streamer / Big Flies
- Front Welded Loop

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Salmon / Steelhead / Carp / Bass / Atlantic Salmon / Panfish

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Trout Boss Green / Yellow

Aggressive, quick-loading taper for more demanding presentations.

Best for: Bigger flies, indicators, and mixed trout conditions

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
100 ft
Color
Green / Yellow

The Trout Series Trout Boss is our most versatile trout line. Whether you find yourself indicator fishing, casting dry flies or throwing streamers, this line will perform flawlessly. Built a full line size heavy to match fast modern action rods. Our HTX technology seals our dirt particles to prolong the life of your line. 

- Quick Loading 
- High Floating 
- Easy Casting

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 100ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament 
SPECIES: Trout 

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

444 Peach Double Taper

A reversible classic double taper with a long, level body.

Best for: Roll casting, mending, and soft freshwater presentations

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Double Taper
Length
90 ft
Color
Peach

One of the all-time classics, our Peach line has set a standard for durability and all around performance for over 50 years. Great for dry fly fishing, nymphing and throwing small streamers. This line is offered in a Weight Forward or Double Taper.

- Easy Casting
- Ultra Supple
- High Floating

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Double Taper
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Salmon / Steelhead / Carp / Bass / Atlantic Salmon / Panfish / Grayling

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Streamer

A short, powerful floating head designed to turn over bulky flies.

Best for: Large, weighted streamers and quick-loading casts

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
100 ft
Color
Olive / Green

Cortland’s Streamer line is built with an aggressive short taper design to deliver large flies with ease. The over-weighted floating head loads rods quick and the two color profile is perfect for identifying taper points.

- Short Aggressive Taper
- Easily Casts Large Flies
- High Floating

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 100ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Steelhead / Salmon / Bass

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

444 SL

Extended head for stable loops and better line control.

Best for: Distance casting, mending, and longer drifts

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
105 ft
Color
Mint Green

Cortland’s SL (specialized line) has remained a staple versatile trout line for over 40 years. The mint green color is highly visible and effortlessly casts a variety of trout rigs. The extended body easily mends at long distances for precise line control. Designed for those anglers that require accurate distance casting.

- Highly Visible
- Reduced-Friction Finish
- Front Welded Loop

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 105ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Salmon / Steelhead / Carp / Bass / Atlantic Salmon / Panfish / Grayling

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Finesse Trout II

Long, subtle taper for refined presentations and line control.

Best for: Technical dry-fly fishing and controlled, delicate delivery

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
Heron / Light Blue

Our revolutionary Finesse Trout II was designed for dry flies and swinging wets. The extended body allows the angler to easily mend and adjust drifts in complex currents. The long front taper allows for a soft presentation. Built a half line size heavy to quickly load modern fast action rods.

- Extreme Line Control
- Highly Accurate
- Delicate Presentations

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Indicator II

Highly visible floating tip and a powerful extended taper.

Best for: Indicator nymphing, long drifts, and frequent mending

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
White / Olive / White

The Trout Series Indicator II features our new High Float Tip technology that keeps the tip of the line and leader floating on the surface when fishing in complex currents. The aggressive taper design and extended head makes this line easy to roll cast and mend in all conditions. Each line features a Hi-Vis white tip that aids in tracking line during the drift.

- High Floating Tip
- Easy to Roll Cast and Mend
- Aggressive Taper Design
- Full Size Heavy

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Trout Double Taper

Balanced double taper for precise, controlled line handling.

Best for: Dry flies, roll casting, and traditional trout presentation

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Double Taper
Length
90 ft
Color
Moss Green / Yellow / Moss Green

The Trout Series Trout Double Taper features a smooth casting taper that loads quickly for short and long range delivery. The long level body is ideal for roll casting at all distances. Each end of the double taper is a stealthy green color for stealthy applications. Our HTX Technology seals out dirt particles to prolong the life of your line.

-True Line Size

-Subtle Presentation

-High Floating

-Easy Casting

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Double Taper
LENGTH: 80ft & 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

444 Sylk

Ultra-thin and supple, with a traditional silk-line feel.

Best for: Bamboo and fiberglass rods, dry flies, and wet flies

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
90 ft
Color
Mustard

Cortland’s 444 Sylk is the first modern line designed for fine bamboo rods. The long front taper delicately presents flies on the water with minimal surface disturbance. Available in a Weight Forward or Double Taper.

- Ultra Supple
- Ultra thin Diameter
- Color of Natural Oiled Silk

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Panfish / Grayling

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

444 Sylk Double Taper

Traditional silk-like handling with the control of a double taper.

Best for: Classic-action rods, roll casting, and delicate presentations

Water
Freshwater
Taper
Double Taper
Length
90 ft
Color
Mustard

Cortland’s 444 Sylk is the first modern line designed for fine bamboo rods. The long front taper delicately presents flies on the water with minimal surface disturbance. Available in a Weight Forward or Double Taper.

- Ultra Supple
- Ultra Thin Diameter
- Color of Natural Oiled Silk

WATER: Freshwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Double Taper
LENGTH: 90ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Trout / Panfish / Grayling

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

All Purpose Taper

Extended body and smooth turnover for flats and windy conditions.

Best for: Versatile tropical saltwater fishing at varied distances

Water
Saltwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
100 ft
Color
Sand / Blue

The Tropic Plus All Purpose Taper is our best all-around tropic floating fly line for multispecies saltwater fishing. Featuring a long body design to cast flies in windy conditions at both close and distant targets. Our signature Tropic Plus coating remains slick and easy to handle in the hottest tropic environments.

- Smooth Casting
- High Floating
- All Purpose Taper

WATER: Saltwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 100ft
CORE: Monofilament
SPECIES: Bonefish / Redfish / Permit / Milkfish / Trigger Fish / Tarpon / Snook

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Backcountry

Extended back taper for controlled casts near and far.

Best for: Flats, mangroves, and quick changes in casting direction

Water
Saltwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
100 ft
Color
Seaweed / Sand

The Tropic Plus Backcountry was designed as a versatile coating line at close, mid, and long-range distances. The elongated rear taper is ideal for quick changes in line direction. An ideal line for chasing a variety of species, such as tarpon, snook, redfish, and seatrout in the backcountry, mangroves, or flats. 

- Versatile Taper
- Smooth Casting
- Multi-Species 

WATER: Saltwater
LINE: Floating
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 100ft
CORE: Monofilament 
SPECIES: Tarpon / Snook / Redfish / Seatrout  

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

Cold Redfish

Short, aggressive taper and a supple cold-weather coating.

Best for: Redfish and larger flies in cooler saltwater

Water
Saltwater
Taper
Weight Forward
Length
100 ft
Color
Aqua Green / Light Blue

Cold Salt Redfish line is built using a braided nylon multifilament core to remain supple in cold conditions. The short aggressive taper design is ideal for presenting large or weighted fly patterns with minimal effort.

- Short Aggressive Taper
- Supple Coating
- Quick Loading

WATER: Saltwater
LINE: Floating 
TAPER: Weight Forward
LENGTH: 100ft
CORE: Braided Nylon Multifilament
SPECIES: Redfish

Choose your line

The number on the line should match their rod (WF5F = 5 WT).

Common uses by line weight

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