RIO FBA-02-6-19232 Fly Line Review
Our verdict
The RIO FBA-02-6-19232 ConnectCore is a 90 foot WF5F floating fly line priced at $99.99, matching the 4.7 star rating of the Cortland 403055 across 230 reviews, but at nearly triple the price of the other floating lines in this comparison.
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Anglers who want RIO's ConnectCore construction in a full 90 foot WF5F floating taper and are willing to pay a premium price for a rating that matches the top score in this comparison.
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Budget is the main concern, since this line costs $99.99 versus $49.99 to $69.95 for the other floating fly lines here, and the rating advantage over the Rio Mainstream Trout and RIO 6-20751 is modest at best.
- Material ConnectCore
- Length 90 Feet
- Line Weight WF5F
- Technique Fly
- Size WF5F
- Color Moss/Gold
- Priced 400% above the category median ($19.99 across 18 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 230 owner ratings
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Popularity1.9/5
230 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The RIO FBA-02-6-19232 is a 90 foot WF5F fly line built with RIO's ConnectCore material in a Moss and Gold colorway. Priced at $99.99, it is the most expensive line in this comparison by a wide margin, running well above the $49.99 to $69.95 asked for the other three fly lines listed here.
As a weight-forward floating line rated WF5F, it is built for standard dry fly and general floating-line presentations, putting it in direct competition with the Cortland 403055 and both Rio-branded lines in this set rather than serving a specialty niche like a sinking or tenkara line would. Its 90 foot length also edges out the 82 foot Rio Mainstream Trout.
With 230 reviews at 4.7 stars, it matches the Cortland 403055's rating exactly while running on a similar review count. That 4.7 star mark is the highest tier among the floating lines compared here, tied with the Cortland and ahead of the 4.6 stars on the Rio Mainstream Trout and the 4.4 stars on the RIO 6-20751. No bought-last-month figure is listed for this product, so recent sales momentum cannot be confirmed from the data available.
Pros
- 4.7 star rating across 230 reviews ties the highest score among the fly lines in this comparison
- 90 foot WF5F floating taper matches the length of the Rio Mainstream Trout's 82 foot line and beats it slightly
- ConnectCore material is a distinct construction from the natural or plastic builds on the other lines
- 230 reviews is a solid sample, ahead of the 216 reviews on the RIO 6-20751
- Standard WF5F floating design suits general dry fly and everyday fly casting use
Cons
- At $99.99, it costs 43 percent more than the $69.95 Cortland 403055 and double the $49.99 Rio lines in this set
- No bought-last-month figure is available to confirm current sales pace
- 230 reviews trails the 438 reviews posted by the Rio Mainstream Trout
- The 4.7 star rating only ties, rather than beats, the cheaper Cortland 403055's score
Specifications
| Material | ConnectCore |
|---|---|
| Length | 90 Feet |
| Line Weight | WF5F |
| Technique | Fly |
| Size | WF5F |
| Color | Moss/Gold |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
A WF5F designation means this is a weight-forward, floating line built for size 5 rods, the same core taper category as the Cortland and Rio alternatives in this comparison. At 90 feet, it offers enough working line for most single-hand fly casting situations without needing much backing pulled into normal range. The ConnectCore material is RIO's own core and coating system, distinct from the natural material listed on the Cortland line or the plastic and polymer builds on the other Rio products. As a floating taper, it is suited to dry fly work, general nymphing with an indicator, and any presentation where keeping the line on the surface matters. The Moss and Gold color scheme is a cosmetic choice that does not change how the line performs in the water.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star average across 230 reviews places this line at the top of the rating scale in this comparison, tied with the Cortland 403055 and ahead of both other Rio lines at 4.6 and 4.4 stars. The review count of 230 is respectable but sits below the 438 reviews on the Rio Mainstream Trout, meaning the top-tier rating here is based on a somewhat smaller sample. Without a bought-last-month figure, it is not possible to say whether current demand is climbing or steady, only that historical buyer feedback has been strongly positive on a per-review basis.
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Frequently asked questions
What is ConnectCore construction?
ConnectCore is RIO's material system used in this line's core and coating. In this comparison it is a distinct build from the natural material on the Cortland line and the plastic or polymer builds on the other Rio products, though the listing does not detail specific performance differences.
Is this line worth the higher price compared to other options?
At $99.99 it costs significantly more than the $49.99 to $69.95 range for the other floating lines here, while matching rather than beating the Cortland 403055's 4.7 star rating. Buyers focused on value may find the cheaper options deliver a similar rating tier for less money.
What type of fly fishing is this line built for?
As a WF5F weight-forward floating line, it suits standard dry fly presentations and general floating-line techniques rather than sinking or specialty tenkara applications, putting it in the same use category as the Cortland and Rio floating lines in this comparison.