Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing
Features
- + The Industry Standard for Over 50 Years – Trusted by fly anglers worldwide for reliability, durability, and consistent performance.
- + Premium Dacron Construction – Made from high-quality fibers for strength, longevity, and smooth handling.
- + Tight, Round Braid – Delivers a low-friction, tangle-resistant finish that knots cleanly and seats securely.
- + Zero Twist & Virtually Tangle-Free – Unlike flat or loose braids, Micron remains smooth, manageable, and easy to spool.
- + Proven by Hardcore Anglers – The go-to choice for serious fly fishers who regularly put their backing to the test.
Cortland's legendary Micron backing delivers the reliability Great Lakes steelhead anglers demand when fighting powerful fish in heavy current. This premium Dacron construction provides zero-twist performance and tangle-free spooling, essential for backing up fly lines when pursuing steelhead, salmon, and large trout in the tributaries.
6 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing used for?
Cortland's line is set up for spey & two-hand, nymphing, and float fishing targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Almanac with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing work for?
This line is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon, pike. The Steelhead Almanac species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Cortland Micron Backing Fly Fishing?
This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $11.95. Steelhead Almanac does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.
Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
6 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Almanac.
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Specifications
- Brand Name
- Cortland
- Manufacturer
- Cortland Line Company
- UPC
- 043372147973
- Item Length
- 13 Inches
- Included Components
- Spool of Cortland Micron Backing
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Warranty Description
- Contact Manufacturer
- Best Sellers Rank
- #60,208 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #21 in Fly Line
- ASIN
- B07CC4C5H8
- Customer Reviews
- 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (115)...
- Material Type
- Dacron
- Strand Type
- Multi
- Fishing Line Type
- Braided
- Breaking Strength
- 20 Pounds
- Line Weight
- 20 LB
- Color
- Pink
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