Axon Tippet Nylon 30m
12 lb (0X) — 0,28 mm / Nylon
$9.99 CAD
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Axon Tippet Nylon 30m
$9.99 CAD
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Fly fishing tippet: the link that won't break.
The Axon Nylon Tippet is built for situations where standard tippet reaches its limits. Enhanced abrasion resistance against reefs, rocks, and the teeth of predatory species. 30 meters per spool, available in 12 lb, 18 lb, and 22 lb — the three strengths that cover coastal fly fishing from bonefish to juvenile tarpon, from striped bass to smallmouth in fast water. Compatible with all welded-loop fly lines.
Key Features
Engineered for extreme conditions — salt, reefs, violent fights.
- Reinforced abrasion resistance: Outlasts standard freshwater tippet against coral reefs, rocks, structure, and the teeth of predatory species.
- Corrosion resistance: Nylon tolerates prolonged saltwater exposure without weakening — unlike untreated freshwater tippets.
- 3 strengths covering all targets: 12 lb for medium species in clear water, 18 lb for more aggressive targets, 22 lb for powerful fights and toothy fish.
- 30 meters per spool: Sized for saltwater outings where tippet is changed more frequently than in freshwater.
- Versatile saltwater and freshwater: Also performs exceptionally for pike, landlocked salmon, and any species requiring a heavy-duty tippet in freshwater.
Specifications
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Material: Reinforced nylon monofilament
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Length: 30 meters per spool
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Primary use: Saltwater coastal fly fishing and freshwater predatory species
| Breaking Strength | Diameter | Best Use | Target Species |
| 12 lb | 0.28 mm | Clear water, wary fish, small flies | Bonefish, sea trout, medium striped bass |
| 18 lb | 0.37 mm | Standard saltwater conditions, medium flies | Juvenile tarpon, striped bass, smallmouth in fast water |
| 22 lb | 0.42 mm | Aggressive species, reefs, large flies | Pike, large coastal species, permit |
Nylon or fluorocarbon — which should you choose? Nylon monofilament offers more stretch, absorbs hook-set shock better, and floats naturally — ideal for surface presentations and fights where cushioning protects your leader. Fluorocarbon is stiffer, sinks faster, and is nearly invisible underwater — better suited for nymphing and very clear water where stealth matters more than shock absorption. The Axon Nylon Tippet is designed for versatility: surface, subsurface, and any situation where abrasion resistance must come first.
Usage Tips
Which tippet strength for which species:
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12 lb (0.28 mm): For wary species in clear water — bonefish on shallow flats, sea trout in estuaries, striped bass over grass beds. Thin tippet for a discreet presentation.
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18 lb (0.37 mm): The all-around strength for most saltwater outings. Balances stealth and durability for dynamic fights. Recommended for juvenile tarpon and striped bass.
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22 lb (0.42 mm): For species that fight hard or have teeth — pike, permit, large coastal species. Also recommended when fishing near abrasive structure (reefs, rocks, docks).
Pairing with Axon fly lines:
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Axon Velocity SW WF8F line: Use the 18 lb or 22 lb tippet directly on your leader for coastal predators.
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Axon Outbound Short WF8F line: The 12 lb tippet as your point for delicate presentations on the flats.
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With the Axon V-Access rod: This tippet is the ideal companion for southern fishing trips — Cuba, Florida, Mexico, Belize.
Saltwater care:
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Rinse your spool with fresh water after every saltwater outing. Crystallized salt on the nylon accelerates degradation. Dry in the shade before storing — heat and UV weaken nylon.
Who This Tippet Is For
The Axon Nylon Tippet is made for you if:
- You fish saltwater — coasts, estuaries, tropical flats — and your freshwater tippet isn't holding up.
- You target toothy or hard-fighting species: pike, striped bass, tarpon, permit.
- You keep breaking your standard tippet on reefs, rocks, or submerged structure.
- You're planning a fly fishing trip south (Cuba, Florida, Mexico, Belize) and need a reliable tippet without paying fluorocarbon prices.
- You want a single versatile tippet that performs equally well in saltwater and freshwater for demanding species.
Consider a lighter tippet (3X to 5X) instead if:
- You exclusively fish trout in streams with small dry flies — a thinner, more supple diameter will favor natural presentation.
- You need maximum stealth in very clear, calm water with no abrasive structure nearby.