Backing doesn’t just connect your fly line to your reel, it also provides insurance for those drag-blistering runs of steelhead or bonefish.
Sold by the yard. Enter the number of yards you would like your reel spooled with in the quantity box. Most 3-5wt reels are designed to handle ~100 yards comfortably.
Scientific Anglers Dacron backing offers a thin diameter, high abrasion resistance, and peace of mind, knowing that the fish of a lifetime won’t be getting away from you this time.
Extremely thin, with low friction
High abrasion resistance
Colorfast, with high visibility
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Please note: Our team is on a remote expedition until 3/23/2023. Orders placed will not ship until 3/24/2023 and all calls/emails will be returned as soon as possible after that time.