Description
A compact switch / spey line built for Skagit casting, sink tips, and heavier flies
Cortland Compact Switch is a floating Weight Forward (WF) fly line designed for anglers fishing switch and light two-handed rods in shorter spey and Skagit-style situations. Part of Cortland’s Two-Handed Series, it was built to perform in the kind of fishing where turning over sink tips, weighted flies, and nymph rigs needs to feel direct, efficient, and uncomplicated.
The line features a compact Skagit-style head with a short front taper that helps transfer energy into demanding setups with confidence. This makes the Compact Switch an excellent choice for anglers who want an easier-casting line for bigger streamers, heavier flies, or sink tip systems without relying on long, technical casting strokes.
A major advantage is the thin-diameter running line finished with Cortland’s Shooting Technology, which reduces friction through the guides and helps the line shoot more smoothly and efficiently. The Lime Green / Ivory color combination also makes it easier to distinguish the head from the running line during casting and line management.
- compact Skagit-style head for switch rods and shorter spey casts
- turns over sink tips, weighted flies, and nymph rigs with confidence
- Shooting Technology running line for reduced friction and better line shoot
- an excellent choice for bigger streamers and more demanding setups
- Weight Forward (WF) profile with a compact 25 ft / 7.6 m head
- Lime Green / Ivory color for easier visual line management
- 100 ft / 30.5 m total length
Taper profile
Cortland Compact Switch uses a compact Weight Forward profile with a total head length of 25 ft / 7.6 m. The short front taper is designed to turn over more demanding setups efficiently, while the thin running line helps the line shoot smoothly and easily. It is a practical, forgiving profile built for anglers who want reliable performance in real-world Skagit-style fishing situations.
Who this line is for
Cortland Compact Switch is an excellent choice for fly anglers fishing switch or light two-handed rods who want an easier, more efficient line for Skagit-style casting, sink tip systems, and larger flies. It is especially well suited to moving water, larger rivers, and any situation where quick turnover, strong control, and practical casting performance matter more than long, technical presentations.
Technical specifications of available variants
| Variant | AFTMA | Head weight | Head length | Total length | Profile | Buoyancy | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF 6 – 375 gr | #6 | 24.3 g | 7.6 m | 30.5 m | Weight Forward (WF) | Floating | Lime Green / Ivory |
| WF 7 – 425 gr | #7 | 27.5 g | 7.6 m | 30.5 m | Weight Forward (WF) | Floating | Lime Green / Ivory |
Line specifications
| AFTMA | #6, #7 |
|---|---|
| Line type | WF |
| Sink rate | Floating |
| Sink type | Floating |
| Line length | 30,5 m |
| Head length | 7,6 m |
| Usage | Trout spey |
| Profile | Weight forward (WF) |