XS-Plus Thistledown²

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$85.00
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Line Weight #1-4

SKU SPFL-WF1/4TD
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The Only Multi-Weight Fly Line 

Ideal for streams, rivers, and small still water, this weight forward fly line offers lightweight finesse and accuracy. The braided core ensures a soft, supple, yet durable fly line, while allowing for more of our Nano Coating Technology for higher floating capabilities. With its slim diameter and minimal drag, the Thistledown² offers exceptional casting performance for a multitude of fishing applications. Experience silky-smooth delivery and precise fly placement with minimal effort. Memory-free and pre-looped ends for convenience.

Head
Shamrock Olive
Running Line
Buckskin

Features:

  • Braided core with Nano-Tec coating
  • Shorter shooting head with a long compound front taper
  • Ultra-thin profile to maintain line speed and cut through wind
  • Zero line-memory effect
  • Multi-weight for multiple applications
  • Available in 1-4wt, 2-5wt, 5-7wt

XS-Plus Thistledown² Profile

WF2/5TD & WF5/7TD

  • Total Length : 90'
  • Front Taper: 12' 6"
  • Body: 18'
  • Rear Taper: 4'
  • Running Line: 55' 6"

XS-Plus Thistledown²

WF1/4TD - Brook Line

  • Total Length: 75'
  • Front Taper: 9' 6"
  • Body: 14' 6"
  • Rear Taper: 3' 6"
  • Running Line: 47' 6"

Customer Reviews

Based on 15 reviews
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Vicky Martinez
Did not float very well

Tried the flyline over this past weekend. Did well except I had to apply Mucilin to
keep it afloat. Probably needs more research to make it float better.

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Charley Tyburski
Thistledown

Line is awesome! You can use one reel for three different wt rods.

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Daniel Slate
Great multi weight fly line!

This line casts beautifully. I’ve only used it on a 4wt rod so far, but I’m confident it will work equally well on my 3 and 5wt rods. Line shoots out really well for those longer casts.

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Gerry Quigley
first look

Pleased; I purchased the XS-Plus 2wt-5wt (That I spooled on a Pflueger Medalist) a little over 30 days ago and so far, it has been used on an 8ft' glass 5wt and a 7' carbon 3wt. In both cases, the line excelled my expectations. With both rods being used in calm and moderate wind conditions, along with using wet and dry flies in the 14-18 size range. The casting range, accuracy and adaptability of this line matches that of lines twice this price point.

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R1200gsa
Thistledown, why??? (Tiny line loops)

Why are the welded loops on the ends of the Thistledown line microscopic?? Would it really matter if you added a couple of mms to it in order to facilitate attaching backing and or leaders? For such a unique product, I don't understand why it needs to to be a PITA to put on?