Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing
Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing

Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing

Line line SKU: B00MO4AA7S
$59.95 on Amazon

Scientific Anglers Gel Spun XTS backing delivers exceptional capacity and durability for Great Lakes steelhead and salmon fishing. The micro-diameter gel-spun polyethylene provides 75% more capacity than standard backing while maintaining full strength when wet, perfect for long steelhead runs on fly reels.

Right now on Steelhead Alley

5 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now, 4 blown out from recent rain.

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spey swinging flies casting general steelhead trout salmon general
In context
Targets: Steelhead · Trout · Salmon

Common Questions

What kind of fishing is the Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing used for?

Scientific Anglers's line is set up for spey & two-hand, swinging flies, and spinners & spoons 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 Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing 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 Scientific Anglers Gel Spun Xts Backing?

This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $59.95. SteelHead Addiction does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.

Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?

5 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now, 4 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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Features

  • + Micro-diameter gel-spun polyethylene allows up to 75% more capacity than Standard material
  • + Retains 100% strength while wet
  • + High abrasion resistance, high visibility, impervious to UV rays, gas, salt, and other elements

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