Reusing sinking/intermediate lines

[Josh Cohn]

I recently shredded a fairly new intermediate line on some oysters ( down here in charleston) and was thinking of experimenting with cutting lengths to make interchangable sink tips sort of like Rio's T system that i could use with my floating lines. Anyone have any experience with something like this? Opinions or advice appreciated thanks guys

[tperkins]

I've done it, seems to work fine. I made a couple of different lengths and tied loops into both ends so I can switch them out quickly. Here is a video of Dan (taken by Rob) using the nail knot to make the loops. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtZavqTeG4Y 

[Danny Barrett]

i do this with my switch rods.  Loops work well, havent lost any yet. 

Thanks,

Dan Barrett

dannyt...@gmail.com

(540)-222-8064

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[Dan Davala - Founder/President]

I've done this with some old lines as well and as the others have said, it will work just fine.  On intermediates, I usually use 0X fluoro for the trap nail knots rather than Gel Spun as seen in the video.  This keeps the loops nice and clear like the rest of the line, assuming it is a clear intermediate. 

 

Also, pay attention to which part of the line you are harvesting from.  The belly section will be pretty fat which may make for some thicker than desired loops.  The running line will be nice and thin, but may be a bit light, lacking turnover when casting heavier flies  If you get a section from the back part of the rear taper transitioning to the running line, you'll get a mildly tapered sink tip that will roll out nicely. 

 

Have fun tinkering!

Dan Davala

[Josh Cohn]

appreciate all the advice guys, defiantly going to give it a shot