"Tom Nakashima" wrote in message
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I'm getting mixed users in favor of split shots vs. sinking line. I have
been currently using split-shots about 18" before the fly, weight
depending on current and depth. I've never tried a sinking line or
sink-tip line, very curious if it makes a difference in a more natural
presentation to the fish.
fwiw,

Have you considered Poly-Leaders? They were (are?) sold in 5' and 10'
lengths with floating, hover, intermediate, slow sink and fast sink
configurations. They take the place of the leader and you tie a 3-4' section
of tippet to the end. They aren't cheap but for many they are a good
substitute for springing for sinking fly lines and spare spools.