Guideline Dry and Stealth 12ft Trout Leaders

The Guideline Power Strike PRO Dry & Stealth TROUT leader possesses a heavier butt section, resulting in a more distinct and positive turnover than the LIGHT TROUT leaders. Due to the increased butt diameter this taper perfectly matches fly line ratings of 4-weight and upwards. The Dry & Stealth leaders provide uncompromised presentation and control. Without question these are considered the most versatile dry fly leaders out there!

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A pleasing brown shade with pre-formed loops the Guideline Dry & Stealth leaders are supplied in a 2-pack. The packaging features a zip and is UV proof for easy and safe storage. Guideline have drawn on years of experience to bring you the cutting edge in leader design. It’s no secret longer leaders give you an edge when presenting to spooky fish and where improved control is required. The Dry/Stealth leaders are designed to be lengthened, by adding tippet lengths to suit the conditions. Ideally, a thinner diameter of tippet section should be added, but a similar diameter also works fine. These leaders are designed to be lengthened; the tip is only 50cm (1,5 ft) long. We suggest you add your desired length of tippet to the tip. Dry & Stealth leaders will effortlessly turn over tippets up to 2 meters (7 ft) of length. We highly recommend adding our 2mm tippet ring to the tippet sections for a degree of flexibility and convenience. This allows you to purpose build tippet lengths as require. Please see example below. 

Taper profile – Flexibility & Performance
The taper is divided by Butt – 44% (165 cm / 5.4 ft), Taper – 42% (150 cm / 4.9 ft), Tip – 14% (50 cm / 1.6 ft). The butt section measures 0,57 mm (0.022 in) to provide positive turnover . This thicker butt excels where breezy conditions are encountered or when you demand a straight or true turnover.

A typical scenario here would be presenting nymphs or dry flies on lakes/stillwaters where immediate and direct contact with your flies is needed. There’s also value on rivers where heavy nymphs, or large, air resistant dry flies are the order of the day. If you’re familiar with our 12ft Power Strike Trout, this leader is almost identical. The only alterations, is a more refined tapered section, resulting in better performance than its predecessor.

Example of customizing with 3X/4X Leader
Where a 18–20+ feet leader is required, try this favourite recipe among the trout bums on the Guideline team! Add 50 cm of 4X and a tippet of 5X (100–200 cm). If you prefer a 6X tippet, add 50 cm of 4X + 50 cm of 5X, followed by a 6X tippet (100–200 cm). The tippet length can be adjusted depending on the conditions. A good standard length is approx 150 cm. Where more complex currents occur, try extending the leader to approx 200cm. Such a long tippet generates sufficient slack for improved drag-free delivery.

Top Quality Materials – Advanced Technology
Guideline source premium Japanese nylon materials that are tailored to Guideline’s exact specifications to produce Dry & Stealth 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.

• Pre-looped
• 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 rods in line weight #4 to #6.
• Powerful butt section for good turnover.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY PARCEL?

All goods despatched via courier. There are no deliveries on Saturday and Sunday but we can arrange a Saturday delivery for an additional cost - please call our team on 01768 864211 (Monday-Friday) for further information.

Please advise when placing your order via the web or phone if it would be more convenient to leave your parcel in a safe place or with a neighbour, we can pass these instruction onto the couriers, this would be done at your own risk.

We deliver to addresses in the UK Mainland, Scottish Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle Of Man, Guernsey and Jersey.

Postage/Packaging will be charged on all deliveries.

Please note -

• Delivery schedules shown at checkout are for goods that are in stock at the time of ordering.
• Pre-Order goods will show expected delivery dates on their own product pages.
• Next Day deliveries apply Monday to Friday if an order is received before 2PM Monday to Friday.

DELIVERY COSTS

UK Mainland -

• In-Store Gift Vouchers only - £1.00
• Small package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £3.95
• Large package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £4.95
• Any size package - Next Working Day (If ordered before 2pm Mon-Fri only) - £5.95

Scottish Highlands and Islands -

• In-Store Gift Vouchers only - £1.00
• Small package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £3.95
• Large package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £9.50

Isle Of Man -

• In-Store Gift Vouchers only - £1.00
• Small package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £3.95
• Large package - Standard (2-4 working days) - £9.95

Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) -

• All deliveries - £11.95

Northern Ireland -

• In-Store Gift Vouchers only - £1.00
• All other packages - (2-4 working days) - £9.50

OVERSEAS CUSTOMERS

We can only deliver to UK Mainland, Scottish Islands, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland at the moment. We apologise for any disappointment caused.

RETURNS

We will gladly exchange or refund any unused goods if you return them to us in a saleable condition within 90 days of receipt. Simply post your goods back to us in an unused condition, in their original packaging with any labels attached, together with a copy of your invoice and a covering letter explaining your requirements. The goods are your responsibility until they reach our warehouse. If in doubt, please call us for advice on 01768 864211. See our Returns Policy for full details.