The GPX Textured Fly Line is one of our best sellers, right behind the Rio Gold Floating Fly Line.  The GPX has a textured surface that adds to the surface area of the fly line and helps it float higher in the water.  It is a great fly line and tends to mend very well as it requires very little effort or movement to break the surface tension of the water on the line.  Not to mention it sits very high on the surface so there is little disturbance during a mend.  The GPX Textured Fly Line is 1/2 line weight heavier than traditional fly lines so it is well suited to fast action rods.  We also recommend this fly line for anyone that wants to feel the rod load during the cast.

Is the Scientific GPX Textured Fly Line the right line for me?

The GPX is one of our best sellers.  We always recommend it alongside the Rio Gold Floating Fly Line or the Rio Grand for anyone looking for a new floating fly line.  It does make a little bit of noise sliding through your guides on  your rod though, so be aware of that.  The texture on the line does create some disturbance.

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The fly lines that compete most directly with this line is the  Rio Grand.  The chief differences are that the GPX is textured and the Rio Grand has a slick surface.  Both are 1/2 line weight heavier and designed primarily for fast action rods.  The Rio Gold Floating Fly Line has a slick surface as well and is matched exactly the to the weight of the rod.

The Scientific Anglers Sharkskin is quite similar to the Rio Gold in feel, weight, and performance.  Like the GPX Textured line it features a textured coating that shoots well, floats well, but it does make some additional noise moving through the guides.  The Sharkskin does cost a few more dollars but is generally regarded as the most premium line on the market.  It is very durable and a great line for advanced casters that can tolerate a little noise.

How do I tie the fly line to my backing?

Backing is the braided line on  your reel underneath the fly line.  Most reels should have at least 100 yards of backing.  You will need to tie this fly line to your backing.  There are a few options.  Some fly lines come with a loop on the backing end.  In this instance you can tie a Surgeon's Loop in the backing and connect the fly line with a loop-to-loop connection.  You will have to lace the entire fly line through the backing loop. 

The most common connection is to use a Tie Fast Tool (instructional video) and make a nail knot connection from the backing to the fly line.  This is the way that our staff connects most fly lines for trout and similar sized fish.  If there is a loop on the fly line and you choose to tie a nail knot simply cut the fly line loop off and tie the nail knot onto the fly line. 

The other option is to tie an Albright Knot.  This knot is most often used in situations where larger fish are being pursued like Steelhead, Salmon, or big trout.  You don't need a tool to tie the Albright Knot but it is a bit more challenging.

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Technical Specs on the Scientific Angler's GPX Taper Textured Fly Line