Orvis Pro Depth Charge 3D Smooth Fly Line

The Orvis Pro Depth Charge 3D is a sinking line designed for streamers in a variety of freshwater and saltwater environments. If you’re a streamer junkie, this line is a great option. Orvis has built AST Plus Slickness and a number of other features into this line for enhanced performance and ultimate fishability. Whether you’re targeting Musky in a deep water lake scenario or trout on a freestone river like the Yellowstone, the Orvis Pro Depth Charge 3D line will help you keep your fly in the feeding zone longer.

Features

AST Plus Slickness - Orvis has built a number of important features into this line. AST Plus Slickness allows anglers to quickly shoot line with friction-minimizing performance. Welded loops on both ends allow easy leader/backing attachment. A durable line core is strong and supple for versatility and lasting performance.

Uses

Freshwater, Streamers, Deep Water - The Pro Depth Charge 3D is a sinking line, designed for deepwater scenarios or situations when you need a fly to sink quickly. The line’s triple-density makeup helps flies sink evenly for better strike detection and line feel. This is a great line for swinging streamers, fishing lakes and still water, and targeting predatory fish in deep water. This line is available in a variety of sizes to fit all of your freshwater or saltwater needs.

Temp

Cold/Moderate - This line is made to be used in cold and moderate climates including freshwater streams and rivers, lakes almost any climate. That being said, this line will turn limp in tropical climates and isn’t meant to be used in high heat.

Taper/Weight

Simple Sinking Taper - The simple sinking taper of the Orvis Pro Depth Charge 3D is similar to other sinking lines on the market. This line has a 30’ front section, a 1’ transition, and a 20’ body so you can worry about the fishing instead of the casting. While this line isn’t made for mending or delicate presentations, it casts really well with streamers and is built with a durable design for long-lasting performance.

More Info

Best for: Freshwater, Trout

Loops: Front Loop (Leader to Fly Line Connection) and Back Loop (Backing to Fly Line Connection)

Sinking/Floating: Floating

Other Resources

2020 Tropical Saltwater Fly Line Shootout & Buyer's Guide

Fly Line Temps: Tropical Vs. Coldwater

Freshwater Fly Line Shootout & Buyer's Guide