Scientific Anglers Spey Lite Skagit Head

Whether you’re looking to swing up some deep-dwelling smallmouth bass or hitting your favorite tailwater for some ‘bows, the Spey Lite Skagit Head from Scientific Anglers does it all. Ideal for those who fish a two-hand set up all year long (although, these heads can be fished on single-hand rods as well), Scientific Anglers made their Spey Lite Skagit Head for lightweight two-hand applications. Built on a short and aggressive taper, the Spey Lite Skagit Head pairs very well with sinking leaders and TC Tips and allows you to present anything from gaudy streamers to subtle wet flies. Quick to turn over and available in a range of grain weights and lengths, these Skagit Heads are ready for a variety of conditions and applications.

Features

SA Line ID and Advanced Shooting Technology - Whenever you’re approaching a fresh run and need to quickly grab the right head, Scientific Anglers makes it simple with their SA Line ID. SA Line ID is an integrated line marking system that’s found at the first 1’-2’ section of your line for fast identification--gone are the days of flipping through your wallet for a half hour to find the right head. To ensure that you’re always making the most of your casts, Scientific Anglers utilizes their Advanced Shooting Technology (AST). AST is a patented dry-slick technology that provides slickness when shooting through your guides. Not only does SA’s AST increase slickness, but it also keeps your line free of dirt, algae, and anything else that may cross your line’s path. 

Uses

Streamers and Wet Flies - With such a short and aggressive taper, the Spey Lite Skagit Head was designed with streamers and wet flies in mind. A great choice for those who like to fish on the swing, this taper will turn over bulky streamers with ease while also delicately presenting small wet flies to slashing trout. And with its ability to easily integrate a sink tip into your system, this Skagit Head lets you get your flies deep in the water to find those behemoth fish. 

Temp

Cold/Moderate - The Spey Lite Skagit Heads were designed for cold to moderate water. This means that they’re ideal for pursuing trout as well as warmer water species like smallmouth bass. Should you find these heads in a more tropical setting, you’ll notice that they’ll get soft and go limp.  

Taper/Weight

More Mass Toward the Front of the Head - Scientific Anglers made their Spey Lite Skagit Heads with a short and very powerful taper. This taper ensures that you can easily turn over heavy tips and bulky flies and make long casts to reach the pocket on the other side of the river. Available in a range of lengths and grain weights, you’ll find that this aggressive taper can be applied to just about any of your lighter two-hand rods. 

More Info

Best for: Freshwater, Trout, Bass

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