For much of Pacific Northwest steelhead fishing, 10- and 12-pound test are the everyday go-to sizes. Step up to 15–20 lb. for larger fish, heavier flies, and tougher conditions; Alaska and British Columbia anglers often choose the heavier sizes for big steelhead and Chinook.
PNW workhorse leader material: Stealthy green, great knots, tough in rocks and wood. For many lodges, including Speywater Lodge, Maxima Ultragreen is the tippet material of choice.
PNW workhorse tippet material: tough, dependable, and made for steelhead and salmon.
Maxima Ultragreen is the preferred tippet material of steelhead and salmon anglers everywhere. Its tough finish, reliable knot strength, low memory, and abrasion resistance make it a natural choice for fishing off a PolyLeader, VersiLeader, or sink tip.
Simply cut the length you need, tie your preferred loop in one end, and make a loop-to-loop connection to your leader or tip. Tie on your fly, make the swing, and start fishing.
Why Anglers & Guides Trust Ultragreen
Excellent knot strength
Tough, abrasion-resistant finish for rocks, wood, and hard-fighting fish
Low memory for clean, dependable presentation
Supple mono that works well as straight tippet off tips and leaders
