Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Tippet
- Line Weight: 2.5 lb
- Length: 1181.1 inches
- Technique: Copolymer
- Material: Copolymer
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 5X copolymer spool suited to anglers building or extending their own leader system rather than a finished tapered leader.
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ASIN: B07X6S48XYModel: 135191Category: Fly Fishing Leaders
Overview
Scientific's 135191 is a single spool of clear 5X copolymer leader or tippet material rated to about 2.5 pounds, sold as fly fishing line rather than a pre-tied tapered leader.
The title calls this a fly leader, but the size and pieces fields point to a 1 spool format at 5X, which is how tippet and level leader material is typically sold rather than how a finished, knotted taper is packaged. Copolymer blends different nylon types to balance stretch and knot strength, and it is a common choice for tippet where suppleness near the fly matters.
- Clear 5X copolymer leader material
- Rated to about 2.5 pounds
- Sold as a single spool
- Suited to smaller trout fly presentations
Who it's for
Fly anglers who tie or extend their own leaders and need 5X copolymer material on hand, rather than anglers looking for a ready-tied tapered leader.
Pros and cons
- Clear copolymer stays low visibility to fish
- 5X size suits smaller trout fly presentations
- Spool format lets anglers cut their own lengths
- Sold as spool material, not a pre-tied tapered leader
- 2.5 pound rating limits use to lighter fly fishing
Performance notes
Copolymer material offers a middle ground between stiffer nylon and softer fluorocarbon, giving reasonable knot strength while still turning over smaller flies. The 5X size and roughly 2.5 pound rating suit smaller trout flies rather than heavier saltwater or bass leaders.
Specifications
| Brand | Scientific |
|---|---|
| Model | 135191 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Line Weight | 2.5 lb |
| Length | 1181.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.01 pounds |
| Size | 5X |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Copolymer |
| Color | Clear |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Technique | Copolymer |
| Special | 1 Spool |
Closest rivals on specs
Rio Fluoroflex Strong Tippet- Line Weight 2.5 vs 5.2 lb (-52%)
HERCULES Pre-Tied Loop Tapered Fly Leader 6 Pack- Length 1181.1 vs 108 inches (+994%)
- Line Weight 2.5 vs 3.7 lb (-32%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Scientific 135191 a pre-tied tapered leader?
The spec data points to a 1 spool format at 5X, which is how tippet or level leader material is sold, rather than a finished tapered leader.
What material is this leader made from?
Copolymer, a nylon blend that balances stretch and knot strength.
What pound test is 5X rated for?
About 2.5 pounds, according to the listed line weight.