RIO Products Dacron Fly Line Backing - High-Strength Braided Line with Low Stretch - Super Smooth, Easy-to-Knot Fly Reel Backing - 20lb / 30lb - Multiple Colors & Lengths
RIO's Dacron backing provides the reliable foundation every Great Lakes fly angler needs when targeting long-running steelhead and salmon. The low-stretch braided construction and smooth weave ensure consistent performance during those heart-stopping runs down the Salmon River or Muskegon.
11 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now, 1 blown out from recent rain.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the RIO Products Dacron Fly Line Backing - High-Strength Braided... used for?
Rio's fly 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 RIO Products Dacron Fly Line Backing - High-Strength Braided... work for?
This fly line is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon, pike. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the RIO Products Dacron Fly Line Backing - High-Strength Braided...?
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Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
11 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now, 1 blown out from recent rain. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Key Specs
Features
- + High-Strength Braided Dacron – Durable, low-stretch construction designed to perform under pressure when fighting large fish.
- + Super Smooth, Consistent Weave – Engineered for optimal performance with seamless line flow and minimal friction.
- + Easy to Knot & Splice – Designed for clean blind splice loops and easier knot tying compared to tightly woven alternatives.
- + Ideal Line Capacity – Thin diameter allows more line on your reel—perfect for chasing long-running fish.
- + Versatile for All Anglers – Available in 20lb and 30lb test strengths, multiple colors, and length options to match your target species and reel size.
Specifications
- Brand Name
- RIO PRODUCTS
- Manufacturer
- Far Bank Enterprises
- UPC
- 730884205115
- Global Trade Identification Number
- 00730884205115
- Item Type Name
- Fly Line Backing, Dacron, 30Lb 100Yd
- Included Components
- One RIO Fly Line Backing - Dacron - 30Lb 100Yd Orange
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Best Sellers Rank
- #15,483 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #6 in Fly Line
- ASIN
- B004G7D2XU
- Customer Reviews
- 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,701)...
- Material Type
- Dacron
- Strand Type
- Multi
- Fishing Line Type
- Braided
- Breaking Strength
- 30 Pounds
- Line Weight
- 30 pounds
- Color
- Orange
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