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RIO Fly Clips 2
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SKU: RIO 6-26204-730884262040
Overview
These connection clips are designed for anglers who want faster fly changes without repeatedly shortening leader and tippet sections. The Fly style is suited to smaller dries, nymphs, and soft hackles, while the Twist style is intended for larger streamers and salmon or steelhead patterns. They attach to the end of the leader and let you twist or clip on a fly, making them a practical option for streamlined rig changes on the water. Available in bronze and in multiple sizes to match different fly ranges, they offer a simple approach for anglers who value efficiency over a traditional direct tie-in.
Why Hunters Choose the Redington
Ultra-fast, Easy
Fly changes on the water
Helps Preserve
Leader and tippet length
Simple Tie-on
Connection to the leader end
Suitable Smaller
Dries, nymphs, and soft hackles
Available Multiple
Sizes for different fly ranges
Key Features
- Ultra-fast connection clips for quick fly changes.
- Helps prevent leaders and tippet sections from getting too short.
- Tie the clip to your leader end, then twist or clip on the fly.
- Fly style clips suit smaller dries, nymphs, and soft hackles.
- Bronze finish; Style: Fly Clip.
- Available in sizes 1, 2, and 3 for different fly ranges.
Best Used For
- Anglers who want faster fly changes without repeatedly shortening leader and tippet sections
- Dry-fly, nymph, and soft-hackle fishing where smaller patterns are the primary choice
- Fly fishers using size 12-16 patterns and needing a compact clip option
- Anglers switching to larger streamers or salmon/steelhead patterns with Twist style clips
Specifications
| Can Be Used For Smaller Dries Nymphs And Soft Hackles | Yes |
|---|---|
| Color | Bronze |
| Fly Sizes | 8-12 |
| Leader And Tippet Preservation | Yes |
| Size | 2 |
| Style | Fly Clip |
| Ultra Fast And Easy Connection Clips | Yes |
Pros
- Ultra-fast, easy fly changes on the water
- Helps preserve leader and tippet length
- Simple tie-on connection to the leader end
- Suitable for smaller dries, nymphs, and soft hackles
- Available in multiple sizes for different fly ranges
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Best suited to smaller dries, nymphs, and soft hackles; larger streamers and salmon/steelhead patterns are called out for the Twist style instead.
- Requires tying the clip onto the end of the leader before use, so it adds a small extra step compared with a direct knot-to-fly connection.
- Available in multiple sizes, so matching the clip to fly size matters for the intended presentation.
- Designed to help preserve leader and tippet length, but it still introduces a clip at the terminal end of the setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- Fly fishing leaders and tippet accessories
- Fly fishing terminal tackle
- Fly fishing clip-on fly connectors
- Fly fishing fly-changing tools
Suggested Accessories
- Fly leader material
- Tippet spools
- Fly boxes
- Nippers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RIO Fly Clips 2 used for?
It is used to quickly change flies by tying the clip onto the end of your leader and then twisting or clipping on your fly.
Which fly types are these clips intended for?
The Fly style clips are described as suitable for smaller dries, nymphs, and soft hackles.
What fly sizes do the available clip sizes cover?
Size 1 is listed for fly sizes 12-16, Size 2 for 8-12, and Size 3 for 4-8.
Do these clips help preserve leader and tippet length?
Yes. The product description says they help prevent leaders and tippet sections from getting too short.
Is there any information about the Twist style clips in the provided data?
Yes. The description says Twist style clips are ideal for larger streamers and salmon/steelhead patterns, but no additional specifications are provided here.