Quote Originally Posted by NJTroutbum View Post
I don't have a problem with my 3wt DT Sylk at all. But I may have solved the problem unknowingly from the start. I prefer a loop....so I create my own loop and in the process of "getting it right" probably took about 8-10" off the tip. I really have not noticed anything out of the ordinary wiith mine after 3 seasons now.

Ralph
All fly lines have a level "tip" section before the beginning of the front taper.



For Cortland lines this front tip is 6" long. By cutting off 8-10", you removed the tip and went slightly into the taper. Since the thickness of the core and coating of the fly line is fixed, by making the new tip loop out of the thicker section of fly line it has more hollow beads to float the tip. By doubling the line into a loop, you improved the floatation of the section of line you attach to the leader.

It's a good solution to a sinking tip although the line will land just a bit harder on the water.