RIO Powerflex Plus Tapered Leader - 2-Pack for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides

9.1
out of 10
13 Positive, 1 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 14 Reviews
Retail Price:
$9.99
Used Value:
$5.99
Sale Value:
$8.99

Rio's new Powerflex Plus Tapered Leaders are some of the strongest leaders available, 20% stronger than regular nylon leaders thanks to a unique nylon and copolymer formulation.

Specifications

Brand:
RIO
Back End Loop:
yes
Leader Style:
tapered
Leader Type:
freshwater
Material:
nylon
Overall Length:
7.5 ft, 9 ft
Recommended Use:
fly fishing
Test:
[1X] 15 lb, [2X] 12 lb, [3X] 9.5 lb, [4X] 7.5 lb, [5X] 6 lb, [6X] 4 lb, [7X] 2.75 lb

Full Reviews

10
Great reliable leader
Teresa Nguyen, backcountry.com
September 13, 2018
10
Great leader for trout, no complaints. Get it!
Jason True, backcountry.com
November 30, 2017
8
This is great leader. It hasnt broken when I am reeling in fish yet. The feel is very nice, and it is easy to cast.
Braydn Tanner, backcountry.com
August 16, 2017
10
This Powerflex Plus leader is easily becoming my favorite all around leader. It works great for pretty much any type of fly fishing because of how durable, clear, and strong it is. Even though it is a blend of both nylon and copolymer (for extra strength) it still offers quite a soft touch when throwing flies and ensuring you have a delicate presentation. Overall, definitely enjoy the extra strength and durability that it offers over mostly all other leaders, while still being a great all around go to leader for whatever style of fly fishing you are looking to tackle.
Caleb Lecker, backcountry.com
June 7, 2017
6
Strong and light.
Albert Medina, backcountry.com
June 1, 2017
10
Strong, reliable, and reasonably priced. What more do you need? Got this linked up to a Rio fly line and Rio tippet, although there would be no issue mixing and matching.
Keith Gleason, backcountry.com
March 9, 2017
10
This leader is great. It holds up well and is super strong. Comes in a lot of weights so you can typically find the perfect one for the occasion. It's all I use now.
Dan Be, backcountry.com
December 15, 2016
8
I use them in all weights .
Nate w, backcountry.com
November 14, 2016
10
I'm using 6x right now with Rio line and tippet, and it holds up very well. No complaints
Jeff Catalano, backcountry.com
October 31, 2016
10
These pair well with Rio tippet. They're very strong and I've never had any issues with them. I carry a variety of sizes with me at all times on the water.
Kevin R, backcountry.com
August 28, 2016
10
Great tapered leader. Typically go with a 6x and 5x option for the fishing here in UT. If you are going after the monsters, the 4x and 3x are also great to stock up on. Pair this with the RIO Flurocarbon tippet for the ultimate combo.
yourDisplayName, backcountry.com
August 24, 2016
10
Love this leader, it works great especially for dry fly fishing it presents the fly very nice! It knots very well have never had it rip on me.
Jesse Ramirez, backcountry.com
August 6, 2016
8
Gets the job done at a reasonable price. Loop is strong and dependable.
Ross Hayes, backcountry.com
July 13, 2016
8
I prefer these to other nylon leaders mainly due to the fact that they're perfectly clear and don't have a green tint to them. I feel the lack of tint makes them better for tail waters, which we have a lot of here in Utah. They're not as strong as Fluoro, but they get the job done. Plus, they pair well with Rio tippet.
Jeff Sorenson, backcountry.com
March 28, 2016

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