RIO Scandi Body Shooting Head
Best versatile shooting head for adaptable fly fishing enthusiasts.
A versatile shooting head designed for spey anglers who want to customize their sink tip setup. It provides the mass needed to turn over heavy flies and tips, making it an essential tool for adapting to different river conditions.
$34.95
at
Red's Fly Shop
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Who it's for
- Anglers seeking a single line for diverse river conditions
- Spey casters working in tight spots with limited backcast room
- Two-handed fly fishers who value technical flexibility on the water
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious fishers looking for an all-in-one line solution
- Beginners who prefer a simple, pre-rigged casting setup
- Traditional single-hand rod users wanting a general-purpose fly line
Performance breakdown
Casting Efficiency
Energy transfer remains crisp and consistent throughout the entire casting stroke.
Versatility
Seamlessly adapts to changing water conditions with various tip configurations.
Turnover Power
Easily handles heavy flies and sink tips without collapsing the loop.
Loop Control
Maintains tight, stable loops even when battling challenging river winds.
System Integration
Acts as a reliable, foundational building block for custom spey setups.
Weight Precision
Broad grain range allows for precise matching to specific rod actions.
Key Specs
Color
Straw
Buoyancy
Floating
Fishing Style
Spey
Recommended Water Type
River
Compatibility
10 ft and 15 ft tips, MOW tips, T tips, iMOW tips, VersiLeaders
Available Weights
305gr, 325gr, 350gr, 375gr, 400gr, 425gr, 455gr, 500gr, 540gr
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