The Story
Scientific Anglers Sonar Tropical Jungle Custom Tip is built for deep presentations when targeting powerful species such as tigerfish in large rivers like the Zambezi. The fast-sinking head carries flies down quickly and stays deep, while the intermediate running line maintains control in heavy water. Designed to be custom-cut, the line allows weight adjustment by trimming the front section.
Technologies
- AST – Slickness additive that reduces friction improves shootability and keeps lines performing longer.
- Welded Loops – Durable welded front loop for easy reliable loop-to-loop leader connections.
- Sonar – Density-tuned sinking technology providing smooth sink profiles and stable depth control during retrieves.
- Tropi-Core – Extra-rigid tropical monofilament core designed to resist heat maintain stiffness and deliver powerful turnover in hot climates.
Temperature Rating
- Hot / Tropical – 20°C to 40°C
Target Species
- Tigerfish
- Tuna
- Yellowtail
Types of Flies
- Streamers
- Baitfish patterns
Additional Features
- Custom-cut design lets you trim the front of the line to achieve the exact grain weight required.
- Fast-sinking head delivers rapid depth for aggressive freshwater and saltwater predators.
- Shooting head fused to an intermediate running line for stable depth control.
- Intermediate running line maintains consistent tension when fishing deep.
- Ideal for tigerfish on the Zambezi where deep presentations and long swings are needed.
- Comes with braided add-on loop for easy connection after cutting.
Line Chart
| Line Weight | Head Length | Total Length | Head Weight | Grain Weight* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut to Length | 10.7 m | 32.0 m | – | 462 gr / 29.9 g |
*Grain weight measured at first 9.1 m.
Cut-to-Fit Guide
| Grain Weight | Cut Length | Rod Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 462 gr | 0’ | 12–15 wt |
| 451 gr | 1’ | 10–13 wt |
| 437 gr | 2’ | 10–13 wt |
| 423 gr | 3’ | 10–13 wt |
| 409 gr | 4’ | 9–12 wt |
| 395 gr | 5’ | 9–12 wt |
| 380 gr | 6’ | 9–11 wt |
| 366 gr | 7’ | 9–11 wt |
| 352 gr | 8’ | 9–11 wt |
| 338 gr | 9’ | 8–11 wt |
| 324 gr | 10’ | 8–11 wt |
| 310 gr | 11’ | 8–9 wt |
| 296 gr | 12’ | 8–9 wt |
| 282 gr | 13’ | 8–9 wt |
| 268 gr | 14’ | 7–9 wt |
| 254 gr | 15’ | 7–8 wt |
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Scientific Anglers Sonar Tropical Jungle Custom Tip is built for deep presentations when targeting powerful species such as tigerfish in large rivers like the Zambezi. The fast-sinking head carries flies down quickly and stays deep, while the intermediate running line maintains control in heavy water. Designed to be custom-cut, the line allows weight adjustment by trimming the front section.
Technologies
- AST – Slickness additive that reduces friction improves shootability and keeps lines performing longer.
- Welded Loops – Durable welded front loop for easy reliable loop-to-loop leader connections.
- Sonar – Density-tuned sinking technology providing smooth sink profiles and stable depth control during retrieves.
- Tropi-Core – Extra-rigid tropical monofilament core designed to resist heat maintain stiffness and deliver powerful turnover in hot climates.
Temperature Rating
- Hot / Tropical – 20°C to 40°C
Target Species
- Tigerfish
- Tuna
- Yellowtail
Types of Flies
- Streamers
- Baitfish patterns
Additional Features
- Custom-cut design lets you trim the front of the line to achieve the exact grain weight required.
- Fast-sinking head delivers rapid depth for aggressive freshwater and saltwater predators.
- Shooting head fused to an intermediate running line for stable depth control.
- Intermediate running line maintains consistent tension when fishing deep.
- Ideal for tigerfish on the Zambezi where deep presentations and long swings are needed.
- Comes with braided add-on loop for easy connection after cutting.
Line Chart
| Line Weight | Head Length | Total Length | Head Weight | Grain Weight* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut to Length | 10.7 m | 32.0 m | – | 462 gr / 29.9 g |
*Grain weight measured at first 9.1 m.
Cut-to-Fit Guide
| Grain Weight | Cut Length | Rod Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 462 gr | 0’ | 12–15 wt |
| 451 gr | 1’ | 10–13 wt |
| 437 gr | 2’ | 10–13 wt |
| 423 gr | 3’ | 10–13 wt |
| 409 gr | 4’ | 9–12 wt |
| 395 gr | 5’ | 9–12 wt |
| 380 gr | 6’ | 9–11 wt |
| 366 gr | 7’ | 9–11 wt |
| 352 gr | 8’ | 9–11 wt |
| 338 gr | 9’ | 8–11 wt |
| 324 gr | 10’ | 8–11 wt |
| 310 gr | 11’ | 8–9 wt |
| 296 gr | 12’ | 8–9 wt |
| 282 gr | 13’ | 8–9 wt |
| 268 gr | 14’ | 7–9 wt |
| 254 gr | 15’ | 7–8 wt |
