One of the most important and least understood aspects of Fly Fishing, Leaders and Tippets are an integral component of a properly rigged Fly Fishing outfit. As such, we at Kennebec River Outfitters stock a broad range of products to satisfy all skill levels, budgets, species, and fishing conditions!

With products by Rio, Umpqua, Maxima, Redington, Mason, Surflon, and Beartooth, we have the largest selection of Leaders, Tippet Material and Line Rigging Accessories found anywhere in the area (and for that matter in all but the largest retailers and catalogers)!

Rio - A recognized leader (excuse the pun) in Leaders, Tippet Material and Fly Lines, Rio offers a broad range of innovative quality products that have become favorites of our retail staff and Guides.

Umpqua - Another "Big Dog" in the Leader and Tippet market, Umpqua Feather Merchants (makers of Metz, Tiemco, Edgin, etc.) continues to refine their Leader and Tippet products making them one of the most recognized and trusted names in the business.

Maxima - An old standard, products by this German company have long been the favorite of Atlantic Salmon fisherman throughout the world as well as Trout anglers throughout Northern New England and Canada where large flies are the order of the day.

Redington - Branded versions of the popular SuperStrong and Mirage products marketed by Orvis and made in Japan (although the "Big O" will swear this is not the case, check the spools, color and the "Diameter-to-Strength Ratios" and judge for yourself!)

Mason - An ultra hard nylon monofilament, this is the material of choice for creating custom rigged "Hard Butts" for Loop-to-Loop connections (in lieu of a factory Braided Loop).

Surflon - Our choice for a "Coated Multi-Strand Stainless Steel Tippet" that can be knotted to create rigs used for "Toothy" prey such as Pike, Muskies, Blues, etc.

Beartooth - This Montana based company is the largest manufacturer of custom tied Braided Loops and Leaders in the world. Chances are if you have bought a braided product it was made by Beartooth!

LEADERS TIPPETS ACCESSORIES