Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing, Pink 250 YDS, 20lb
Cortland's legendary Micron backing delivers the reliability Great Lakes steelhead anglers demand when big fish make long runs into deep water. This 20lb Dacron braid provides excellent knot strength and smooth line management for spey rods and single-hand setups targeting chrome-bright steelhead in rivers like the Salmon, Manistee, and Grand.
14 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 3 in excellent shape.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing, Pink 250 YDS, 20lb used for?
Cortland's line is set up for spey & two-hand, nymphing, and swinging flies targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Addiction with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing, Pink 250 YDS, 20lb work for?
This line is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing, Pink 250 YDS, 20lb?
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Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
14 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 3 in excellent shape. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Key Specs
Features
- + The Industry Standard for Over 50 Years – Trusted by fly anglers worldwide for reliability, durability, and consistent performance.
- + Premium Dacron Construction – Made from high-quality fibers for strength, longevity, and smooth handling.
- + Tight, Round Braid – Delivers a low-friction, tangle-resistant finish that knots cleanly and seats securely.
- + Zero Twist & Virtually Tangle-Free – Unlike flat or loose braids, Micron remains smooth, manageable, and easy to spool.
- + Proven by Hardcore Anglers – The go-to choice for serious fly fishers who regularly put their backing to the test.
Specifications
- Brand Name
- Cortland
- Manufacturer
- Cortland Line Company
- UPC
- 043372147980
- Item Length
- 13 Inches
- Included Components
- Spool of Cortland Micron Backing
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Warranty Description
- Contact Manufacturer
- Best Sellers Rank
- #305,874 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #226 in Fly Line
- ASIN
- B01F7YOMOI
- Customer Reviews
- 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (5)...
- Material Type
- Dacron
- Strand Type
- Multi
- Fishing Line Type
- Braided
- Breaking Strength
- 20 Pounds
- Line Weight
- 20 LB
- Color
- Pink
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