Scientific Anglers Mastery Saltwater Fly Line

A line that can tackle a wide range of species while also fitting into a ton of different environments? Seems tough, but Scientific Anglers did it with their Mastery Saltwater Line. Designed to tackle anything from skittish bonefish on a flat to hungry striped bass in the wash, this line utilizes a compound taper and thin diameter to cast large flies in windy conditions, while also providing delicate presentations whenever stealth is key. A floating line that you can confidently fish from the bays of Florida all the way to the waters of Cape Cod, the Mastery Saltwater Fly Line is a versatile tool that can just about do it all. 

Features

SA Line ID, Shooting Technology Plus, and Tropi-Core - Ranging in line weights 7 through 10, Scientific Anglers prevents you from grabbing the wrong line with their SA Line ID. A simple addition that prevents a lot of headaches, SA Line ID is an integrated marking system found at the first 1’-2’ of the line’s tip. For the times when fish are tight to the mangroves and a long cast is necessary, Scientific Anglers’ Shooting Technology Plus comes to play. Shooting Technology Plus creates excellent line slickness while preventing friction to ensure that you get the most out of every cast. To combat hot boat decks and tropical water systems, Scientific Anglers equips this series with their Tropi-Core. Pairing an ability to withstand the hottest environments with SA’s hard saltwater coating, Tropi-Core is what gives the durability that you need in hot climates.   

Uses

Streamers, Poppers, and Crustaceans - A versatile saltwater line, the Mastery Saltwater series lets you throw anything from large streamers to tiny shrimp. Whether you’re casting a Gurgler into a frenzy of crevalle or placing a tiny Merkin in front of a pod of permit, you can count on this line to delicately deliver your fly with accuracy and ease.  

Temp

Warm/Tropical - The Mastery Saltwater Line is designed for fishing warm to tropical environments. This lets you cover a range of water, from summer fishing in New England to hot days in the Keys, without facing any issues. However, if you bring this line into a coldwater environment, say, fishing the fall run in Maine, you’ll notice that it begins to stiffen up and will be tough to work with.  

Taper/Weight

More Mass Towards the Front of the Head - Designed to cast large flies just as delicately as small offerings, Scientific Anglers’ Mastery Saltwater Line utilizes a thin diameter and a compound taper with more mass towards the front of the head. Made with variable head lengths (depending on line weight), this line makes quick shots at moving fish nice and easy, while its compound configuration effectively loads rods for distance while providing easy turnover of large flies. A truly versatile taper, you can count on this line to delicately drop crustacean patterns or cast bulky streamers into the surf.    

More Info 

Best for: Saltwater, Bonefish, Permit, Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Striper

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