The SA (Scientific Anglers) Deep Water Express Shooting Head / Fast Sink Fly Line is designed for deep-water fly fishing, offering a fast-sinking profile to quickly reach desired depths when targeting species like trout, bass, salmon, or saltwater fish. Here’s what you need to know:
Key Features:
– Fast-Sinking – Sinks at 6.0–7.0 inches per second (IPS), ideal for deep nymphing, streamer fishing, or saltwater applications.
– Shooting Head Design – Optimized for distance casting with a short, weighted head (typically 30 feet) and a thin running line.
– Versatile – Works well with sink-tip or full-sink setups.
– Durable Coating – Resistant to abrasion and built for cold or warm water conditions.
Available Sizes (Grains & Line Weights):
| Model | Grains | Line Weight | Head Length | Sink Rate (IPS) |
|—————-|———-|—————|—————-|——————–|
| DWE 200 | 200 gr | 6-7 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
| DWE 250 | 250 gr | 7-8 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
| DWE 300 | 300 gr | 8-9 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
| DWE 350 | 350 gr | 9-10 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
| DWE 400 | 400 gr | 10-11 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
| DWE 500 | 500 gr | 11-12 wt | 30 ft | 6.0–7.0 IPS |
Best Uses:
– Deep nymphing (Euro-style or stillwater)
– Streamer fishing (big trout, bass, pike)
– Saltwater (striped bass, false albacore, etc.)
– Great Lakes steelhead/salmon
Pairing Suggestions:
– Rod: Fast-action 6–12 wt (depending on grain weight)
– Leader: Short, heavy fluorocarbon (3–6 ft) for direct connection
– Running Line: SA’s Sonar Slick Shooting Line or similar thin running line
Alternatives:
– SA Sonar Sink 25/30/35 (different sink rates)
– Rio InTouch Deep 7/8/9 (similar fast-sink options)
– Airflo Depth Finder (adjustable sink-tip system)
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