Salt water line – Flyfishers at the Crossing

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- March 8, 2021 at 10:20 pm #21139
  
  Dave Rodecap
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  We’re headed to Hilton Head in a couple of weeks. I have an 8 wt that was I thinking about taking. There is a tidal marsh right behind our resort and one just up the beach. Do a need to get a line specific for salt water or will I be fine with the line that I have? From what I’ve read, it sounds like the salt water lines are formulated mostly to handle the warmer temps. With Hilton Head getting frost warnings this week, I highly doubt heat is going to be an issue.
  
  Thoughts?
  
  -Dave Rodecap
- March 10, 2021 at 7:46 am #21187
  
  Kenny Klimes
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  You are correct in your assumption. Salt water specific fly line is used because of many very hot situations when fishing some salt water areas. Your fly line will be fine. More important than the line will be cleaning your reel and gear with clean, fresh water to remove any salt after fishing.
- March 10, 2021 at 8:51 am #21188
  
  bkbying89
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  Here’s a thought. Maybe you could check and see if there is a fly shop in that area that would be able to recommend a line for you. If they can, try to visit them and get your line and some tips on fishing in the area.
  
  Bill
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