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Fly Line Review

Scientific Anglers GPX

Reviewer: Captain Dave Beshara

Date: October, 2004


Introduction:

The Sci Anglers GPX is an all-purpose floating line with a taper capable of handling a wide range of flies and conditions. Provides excellent versatility for fly presentation. The line was designed heavier to better match up with the high modulus graphite rods. I have used this line in ponds and streams with confidence.

Specifications
Manufacturer Scientific Anglers
TypeMastery GPX WF (floating)
Length90'
Line WeightWF-6F
Diameter0.025- 0.035
ColorOptic Green
Core MaterialBraided Multifilament Nylon with optimum air entrapment for max. floatation and min. memory
Sink RateN/A
Surface CoatingAST, advanced shooting technology
Taper (WF6F)0.5' tip, 7.0'front taper, 27' belly, 6' rear taper, 50' running line
On the Water:

The overall performance of the Sci Anglers GPX is excellent and is one of the best fly lines in this catagory that I have used. The line performed well through a water temperature range from 45 F to 65 F. The AST finish enables the line to shoot through the rod guides with little resistance. The core material process that results in greater air entrapment leads to a fly line that floats like a cork. The head taper design and increased weight results in longer casts than might be expected for a WF 6 F line. Cast distances of 60 - 70 feet were easily attainable.
Sci Anglers GPX WF 6 F
Construction-Quality The Sci Angler GPX fly line from tip through to the running section is well made.5.0
PerformanceThe slick AST surface coating enabled long casts and few line tangles.The high floatability even held the butt section connection up on the surface.5.0
Price$59.954.5
ApplicationThe Sci Angler GPX fly line brings together many of the qualities that an angler requires for an all around WF floating line. .4.5
Score:1-5(5=highest)Total Score4.75

PlusMinus
Floatation
Cast-a-bility
Conclusion:

The Sci Angler GPX is a state of the art fly line with excellent float and casting charateristics.


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