Scientific Anglers Headway Strategic Doublehand Shooting Head Intermediate / Sink3

With the new Headway Strategic Belly, Scientific Anglers presents a fantastic double-handed shooting head for swinging flies to large salmonids – whether Atlantic salmon, sea trout, or steelhead. The Headway STRATEGIC belongs to the Headway family from Scientific Anglers and is slightly shorter than the standard Headway model.

Of course, it features the unique AST Plus (Advanced Shooting Technology). This technology is based on an additive integrated into the coating that continuously migrates outward through diffusion, keeping the line surface smooth even after extended use. The result is a line that remains slick significantly longer and generates noticeably less drag than comparable lines on the market.

But it’s not just about the material – this compact shooting head also shines with its finely tuned taper inspired by Scandinavian designs, offering excellent casting characteristics. Notably, it is incredibly easy to cast. Its relatively high rear weight distribution enables controlled lifting and perfectly placed anchors, laying the foundation for powerful casting and tight loops. This head effortlessly casts all types of salmon flies – from tiny summer flies to heavily weighted tubes for high-water conditions. It’s designed to be fished with all the tips in the Headway series – both tapered and heavy T-tips. In combination with tips of varying sink rates, it provides maximum flexibility, allowing you to adapt quickly to changing conditions – come what may.

• Intermediate/sink3:
  With the Intermediate/Sink3 version, you can already reach the deeper layers of the river or get your fly into the strike zone even in faster currents. If you want to get even deeper to the fish, simply combine the Sink3 end of the head with a tip of a higher sink rate, such as Sink 5 or more.

In short: the new Strategic Headway Belly shooting head from Scientific Anglers combines exceptional versatility with excellent casting performance. When paired with different sinking tips, it enables successful fishing across a wide range of conditions, making it a top-tier choice for diverse salmon fishing around the world!

Details:

• Highly compact double-handed shooting head for use with various sinking tips
  (shorter version of the standard Headway heads)
• Transports a variety of tapered sinking tips and heavy T-tips
• Perfectly compatible with Headway tips from Scientific Anglers
• Very balanced taper for smooth turnover, powerful casting, and perfect energy transfer
• Relatively high rear weight distribution for surprisingly easy handling
• AST Plus technology for an ultra-smooth coating and excellent shooting performance – sets new durability standards!
• Proven Sonar technology with tungsten particles for optimal sinking behavior and direct contact with the fly
• Equipped with Shooting Texture for effortless, silent lifting and impressive casting distances
• Multi-colored design with orange transition zone for clear contrast to the running line – improves orientation and helps gauge overhang before the cast
• Braided multifilament core for moderate to cold climate fishing
• Line ID for easy identification
• Welded loops on both ends
• Sinking rate: IntermediateSink3

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The perfect combo for your rod:

Both the Headway shooting heads and the Headway tips are available in different lengths and weights. This allows you to build a custom line setup tailored to your needs. The total weight of the shooting head and tip should roughly match your rod’s ideal grain window. A basic rule applies: shorter setups are usually easier to cast, while longer combinations allow for greater casting distance and require less stripping after each swing. The choice is yours!