Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Supreme Tippet
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
- Length: 30m spools in all sizes
- 100% fluorocarbon for ultimate stealthy presentations
- Supple for drag-free drifts
Description
Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Supreme Tippet is a premium fluorocarbon built for anglers who want maximum strength without sacrificing presentation. Its unique two-layer construction combines a softer fluorocarbon exterior that helps knots seat securely with a harder core that provides exceptional tensile strength.
Despite that strength, Supreme remains noticeably supple for fluorocarbon, helping produce natural, drag-free drifts when fishing nymphs, emergers, and other subsurface patterns. With low underwater visibility and up to 33% higher knot strength, it's particularly useful for technical trout fishing where light tippet and dependable strength are equally important.
Features
- 100% fluorocarbon for low underwater visibility
- Two-layer construction combines a supple exterior with a high-strength core
- Up to 33% higher knot strength
- Excellent strength-to-diameter ratio
- Supple construction promotes natural, drag-free drifts
- Available on 30-meter cutter spools
Size Guide
| Size | Advertised Diameter | Break Strength | Recommended Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7X | 0.004" | 2.9 lb | Tiny dries and midges; highly technical, clear-water trout fishing. |
| 6X | 0.005" | 3.7 lb | Small dries, midges, emergers, and technical tailwater fishing. |
| 5X | 0.006" | 5.2 lb | Small dries, emergers, and light nymph rigs; a versatile choice for technical trout. |
| 4X | 0.007" | 7.1 lb | All-around nymphing, larger dries, terrestrials, and general trout fishing. |
| 3X | 0.008" | 8.7 lb | Heavy nymph rigs, large dries, hopper-dropper setups, and smaller streamers. |
| 2X | 0.009" | 10.2 lb | Large trout, streamers, heavy nymph rigs, and larger terrestrials. |
| 1X | 0.010" | 13.0 lb | Large streamers, big trout, and fishing around structure where additional strength is needed. |
| 0X | 0.011" | 16.0 lb | Large streamers, trophy trout, and situations requiring maximum strength and abrasion resistance. |
FAQ
How does Absolute Trout Supreme compare to standard Absolute Fluorocarbon Trout Tippet?
Supreme is the higher-performance option. Its two-layer construction provides greater strength for a given diameter while remaining supple enough for natural drifts. For example, SA rates 5X Supreme at 5.2 pounds, compared with 4.6 pounds for standard Absolute Fluorocarbon 5X. Standard Absolute Fluorocarbon is less expensive and perfectly suitable for everyday fishing; Supreme makes the most sense when maximizing strength and presentation matters.
When should I use fluorocarbon instead of nylon tippet?
Fluorocarbon is especially useful for nymphs, streamers, and other subsurface presentations. It sinks readily, is difficult to see underwater, and offers good abrasion resistance. Nylon remains a better choice for many dry-fly situations because it is more buoyant.
What are the downsides of Absolute Trout Supreme?
Price is the primary downside. This is premium fluorocarbon, and its additional strength isn't necessary for every situation. It's also not the best material for anglers primarily fishing dry flies, where a quality nylon tippet is generally more buoyant and less expensive.
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