Target wary fish
In clear, still water, fish are easily spooked, so long, drag-free presentations are essential—this is where this leader excels.
PriceProduct nr#108843DescriptionSizeStock Status
Pre Looped
Hydrophobic Coating
7.99 USD
The Power Strike PRO 15ft Super Dry leader is built for demanding conditions, offering exceptional performance during long drifts and when targeting wary fish. Designed for customization, this leader allows you to add your preferred tippet section to suit specific fishing scenarios. Each pack contains two leaders, stored in a UV-protected zip bag for safe and convenient storage.
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For long, drag-free drifts
A fly line that flies over the head of the fish is often enough to spook them. Imagine fishing in gin-clear water where the surface is unbroken by currents. You must perform long presentations and drag-free drifts. This is when this leader comes into play! Another scenario is when you fish across currents. Trout is at the far side of the faster water between you and has positioned itself in calmer water. A tricky situation where having a bit of extra slack in the front and one or two extra seconds of drag-free drift is the key to success.The Super Dry leader can be used in several ways and is highly customizable. You can just add a tippet of your preferred length and dimension. Or you can add a tippet ring and tip. Or you can even shorten the 80cm long tip and add down-tapering sections to lengthen the taper of this leader. This is a leader made for technical fishing and fishermen who enjoy optimizing their leader. For us, it’s a go-to leader for the “flats” in larger rivers that demand long drifts to avoid alerting the trout to your presence.
Taper Profile
The leader is built up with: Butt – 44% (200 cm / 6.6 ft), Taper – 39% (177 cm / 5.6 ft), Tip – 17% (80 cm / 2.8 ft). The butt section is 0.50 mm (0.020 in), which is a versatile dimension for all line weights used for dry fly fishing. This slightly finer butt and taper give a good balance of speed and turnover, making it easier to control the slack in the front. However, if you speed things up, this leader can deliver straight-line presentations with dry flies on still water.Top Quality Materials – Advanced Technology
Guideline sources premium Japanese nylon materials that are tailored to Guideline’s exact specifications to produce Power Strike PRO tapered pre-looped leaders. The material density is carefully selected to suit the intended use and fishing conditions. These leaders feature a state-of-the-art Hydrophobic Coating, which offers superior performance, increased durability, improved suppleness, and reduced water absorption.Highlights
- Prelooped
- 2-pack, great value.
- Protective packaging with zip-loc.
- Made in Japan, highest quality materials.
- Hydrophobic Coating for less water absorption and longevity.
- Expert taper, made to be customized by you by adding tip or sections.
- Ideal for long drag free drifts With well controlled slack in the leader.
Model info
Our wide range of Power Strike PRO tapered nylon leaders caters to every fly angler’s needs. From the lightest technical trout applications to salmon fishing with heavy sinking lines. Here are the full lineup of leaders.
Trout Leaders
Standard 9 ft Leader | ⌀ 0X - 5X
Standard 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0X - 5X
Dry & Stealth Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Dry & Stealth Lt. Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Super Dry 15 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Dry & Dropper 11 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Salmon & Sea Trout Leaders
Salmon 6.5 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.35 - 0.45 mm
Salmon 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.30 - 0.45 mm
Salmon 15 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.35 - 0.45 mm
Sea Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.23 - 0.33 mm
Trout Leaders
Standard 9 ft Leader | ⌀ 0X - 5X
Standard 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0X - 5X
Dry & Stealth Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Dry & Stealth Lt. Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Super Dry 15 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Dry & Dropper 11 ft Leader | ⌀ 3X - 5X
Salmon & Sea Trout Leaders
Salmon 6.5 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.35 - 0.45 mm
Salmon 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.30 - 0.45 mm
Salmon 15 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.35 - 0.45 mm
Sea Trout 12 ft Leader | ⌀ 0.23 - 0.33 mm
Taper profile
Size Guide
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| Butt Diam. | Tip Diam. | Strength | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3X | 0.50mm | 0.20mm | 3.7kg |
| 4X | 0.50mm | 0.18mm | 2.9kg |
| 5X | 0.50mm | 0.15mm | 2.2kg |
Natural slack
This leader creates a natural slack, to prevent the fly from dragging to early. This is effective on tricky situations where the fish is positioned in calmer water, with a faster current between you and the fish.
A leader for each fishing situation – browse the selection of Trout leaders
Standard 9'
The 9 ft Standard leader is arguably one of the most versatile and user-friendly leaders available. It performs excellently straight out of the package, providing positive turnover and easy casting for anglers of all skill levels.
Standard 12'
The 12 ft Standard leader features a well-proven taper that delivers smooth, effortless presentations, making it an excellent all-round choice for trout fishing. Compared to the 9 ft Standard leader, the added length offers an advantage when dealing with selective trout and situations that demand more delicate presentations.
Dry & Stealth Lt. Trout 12'
The perfect leader for fly anglers who want to customize their setup by adding tippet according to the situation. This leader handles long tippet lengths—up to 2 meters (7 ft)—with excellent turnover and a gentle presentation. The Light Trout version is ideal for lighter line weights up to #4.
Dry & Stealth 12'
Like the Light Trout version, this leader is designed for anglers who want to fish long leaders and customize them by adding tippet. Compared to the Light Trout version, it has a more powerful butt section that provides a more pronounced turnover and is better suited for line weights from #4 and up.
Super Dry 15'
This leader is built for demanding conditions, delivering exceptional performance during long drifts and when targeting wary fish. Designed for customization, it allows you to add your preferred tippet section to match specific fishing scenarios. It generates natural slack, helping achieve longer, drag-free drifts.
Dry & Dropper 11'
This 11 ft leader is designed for positive turnover when fishing large nymphs or dries, as well as rigs with multiple flies. It also excels in breezy conditions, such as a persistent headwind. With its front-heavy taper, it delivers flies with ease—no matter what you’re throwing at the fish.
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