

Lab tests show that lines built with SlickCast have the least amount of friction ever measured in a fly line. RIO built this line for versatility and the taper and head length reflect that. In addition, this line is built with SlickCast, RIOs proprietary coating technology, creating the slickest, most durable fly lines on the market. For anglers want the best possible sensitivity and casting feel, Rio Perception In Touch is my choice for lining medium to slow action rods for finesse dry fly fishing. Rio Grand In Touch is ideal for stiffer, fast action rods. For most trout rods, Rio In Touch Gold is a good all-around choice. The taper encourages the loading of high-performance trout rods at short distances and the extended rear taper encourages accuracy and delicacy at longer distances with dry flies. Welded loops and Rio’s XS line coating technology come standard. Versatile Taper, True-to-Line - The WF5F version of the RIO Gold line has a 47’ head with a versatile line taper that’s ideal for dry flies, nymphs, and small streamers. That being said, this line will turn limp in tropical climates and isn’t meant to be used in high heat. This line is very caster-friendly and encourages solid loop stability and finesse when you need it.Ĭold/Moderate - This line is made to be used in cold and moderate climates including freshwater streams and rivers, lakes, and almost any climate. It’s not a highly technical line but works well for anglers who target trout using a variety of techniques on a variety of different rivers/streams/lakes. Whether you’re throwing small dry flies at longer distances or casting a small streamer on a spring creek, RIO Gold Premier gets the job done. This line comes in four different color schemes including Lumalux, Melon/Gray Dun, Moss/Gold, and Orange (in select sizes).Īll-Round Floating Line for Trout - RIO Gold Premier is a versatile line that is built to be used in a variety of freshwater trout angling scenarios. RIO has also added a special coating to the tip of the line that helps RIO Gold Premier sit high in the water column for improved performance. SlickCast, MaxFloat - SlickCast is RIO’s hydrophobic fly line coating that helps this line repel water, shoot farther, and float higher. Whether you’re a beginner angler or an expert, RIO Gold Premier is a fly line that will increase your chances of success on any trout stream. RIO has built some important new features into this line to increase durability and to make sure that your line floats high in the water column after years on the water.

Whether you’re throwing dry flies or streamers, this is a line that can truly do it all. While RIO has restructured the naming of these lines, they're similar to the old versions with a few key differences. The line’s versatile taper means that it’s a great choice for anglers of all skill levels looking to use a variety of techniques to target trout in a river setting. RIO Gold is one of the most popular trout lines to date.
