Topwater Rats Are Crushing It Right NowShop SAC Pig
Big Y Fly Co

RIO Ambassador Series - Gary Struznik Skagit Timberline

$64.99

Affiliate disclosure: Some product links are affiliate links. Tackle.net earns from qualifying purchases.

Description

POWERFUL COMPACT SKAGIT HEAD FOR LOADING, FIRING, AND ACCURATELY FISHING HEAVIER RIGS ACROSS EVERCHANGING STEELHEADING CONDITIONS. Compact 18-foot head generates close-range to far-reaching power, even in tight-cover casting scenarios Rear-loaded, progressively tapering design handles the heaviest T-tips with ease Select grain weights synced for shorter two-handed rods in the 11- to 13-foot range The Skagit Timberline is an 18-foot shooting head that brings effortless performance to your coastal steelhead program. The compact design makes shorter two-handed rods sing when casting space is limited. Because of its heavily rear-loaded and progressively tapering design, it easily handles the heaviest T-tips, while still delivering a full range of marabous and modern steelhead flies with controlled loop precision. " Guiding on Washington's Olympic Peninsula is a game of overcoming obstacles. Weather being the obvious one. But focusing on what we can control is why we designed this head. For my style of fishing, it's the perfect mix, a compact Skagit that lends itself to larger grain weights more suitable for heavier rods – without sacrificing feel .” — Gray Struznik, OP Fly Fishing, WA

Fishing Profile

Line Leader
Best for
Trout, Salmon, Steelhead
Techniques
Casting, Fly Casting
Conditions
Current, Open Water
Size18 in (457 mm)
SeasonYear Round
WaterFreshwater

Field Notes

This is a Skagit shooting head for two-handed fly rods, designed to load quickly and cast heavy tips and steelhead flies in tight or changing conditions. It is best used for coastal steelheading when you need short-range power, controlled loop turnover, and accurate delivery of larger rigs.

Pros

  • Compact 18-foot head loads quickly
  • Handles heavy T-tips and larger flies well
  • Good for tight-cover casting and shorter two-handed rods

Cons

  • Specialized system that requires matching rod and tips
  • Not a general-purpose fly line

Reviews

Community ratings and field notes for RIO Ambassador Series - Gary Struznik Skagit Timberline.

No reviews yet
Write a review

Log in to rate this item and add photos.

Login to review
No reviews yet.

New lure drops in your inbox

Weekly custom bait finds, trending makers, expert videos, and saved-search recommendations.