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Overview The OPST Commando Floating Tip is part of the SHS (Scandi Head System) family, marrying Skagit head power with a tapered floating end for versatile line control. Built for precision and adaptability, these tips help you shape casts and presentations without changing the...

Overview The OPST Commando Floating Tip for Steelhead-Salmon is engineered to pair with a range of rods and line systems, giving you a buoyant, responsive presentation in varied river conditions. Sized at 7.5 ft with a 55 gr profile, this tip is designed to...

Versatile Casting, Elevated Control: The Commando Floating Tip OPST's Commando Floating Tip for Steelhead and Salmon fuses the raw power of a Skagit head with a tapered floating tip. The result is a versatile option that pairs well with a Skagit system without requiring...

Meet the OPST Commando Smooth: Integrated Skagit for close-range versatility The OPST Commando Smooth merges a Commando Head with a slim, coated running line into a single, seamless setup. Designed with trout anglers in mind—covering streamer, dry fly, and nymph tactics at close range—the...

OPST Commando Tips expand the Pure Skagit system with depth-aware presentations that span from hook to reel. Presenting your fly at the depth where fish hold is a key factor in successful fishing, and Commando Tips are designed for swung fly presentations to steelhead...

Complete your Pure Skagit setup with OPST Commando Tips OPST Commando Tips complete your Pure Skagit rig from hook to reel. In fast-moving water or shallow pockets, choosing the right tip matters as much as the cast. These tips offer options without requiring a...

Enhance your Pure Skagit setup with flexible Commando Tips OPST Commando Tips complete your Skagit system from hook to reel, offering three sink rates inside each grain weight to adapt from shallow riffles to deeper runs. With 12-foot length and robust welded loops, these...

Overview OPST Green Lazar Line is a purpose-built monofilament running line designed for Skagit-style setups. Its ultra-thin diameter and exceptionally slick surface work together to deliver smooth line payout and precise control. While new spools may show a touch of memory, a quick stretch...

OverviewOPST's Micro Skagit D² 8ft Tips are built for ultra-light Skagit systems. With input from Skagit master Ed Ward, these tips blend precision with versatility, helping anglers adapt to shifting currents and varying depths while maintaining a natural, controlled feel through each cast.The 8...

OPST's Micro Skagit D² 8ft Tips bring dual-density construction to an 8-foot length, designed for light-line anglers seeking refined control when swinging, stripping, or drifting flies. The tips blend a natural descent with responsive feel, helping you tune depth and line tension across river...

Overview Discover OPST Micro Skagit D² 8ft Tips, crafted with Dual-Density Sink/Float for lightweight, precise control on a range of micro Skagit setups. Designed to pair with OPST 3WT–5WT Micro Skagit rods, as well as 5WT+ single-hand and trout spey configurations, these tips offer...

OverviewOPST's Original Commando Head is the culmination of decades of focus on sustained anchor systemology (SAS) by Ed Ward. This floating Skagit head is designed to expand the capabilities of shorter spey rods, switch rods, and single‑hand rods beyond what you might expect. The...

OPST Pure Skagit Commando Head — 450 Grain OPST’s commando heads reflect decades of focus on sustained anchor systemology (SAS) refined by Edward. The 450 grain model, weighing 29.2 g and measuring 18 feet (5.5 m), is built to extend the capabilities of shorter...

Overview Meet the OPST Pure Skagit Commando Head, a purpose built short head crafted to extend the capabilities of shorter spey, switch, and single hand rods without sacrificing performance. Its compact design is intentional, delivering a balanced casting feel that excels when space is...

OPST Pure Skagit Lazar Line 40-Pound Pink is engineered for Skagit-style head setups, delivering controlled energy transfer and a smooth, predictable feel. The line combines a robust core with a hydrophobic coating that resists water uptake, helping you maintain a consistent shooting line through...

OPST Pure Skagit Lazar Line Pink — a high-contrast, reliable option OPST Pure Skagit Lazar Line in pink offers a crisp, high-visibility option for anglers who value smooth line handling and dependable performance across a range of conditions. This 35-pound test line uses OPST's...

OPST Sinking Tip 10 ft: Precision depth control for swing presentations OPST’s Commando Tips complete the Pure Skagit system, giving you depth-targeted control from hook to reel. The 10 ft model is designed to pair with existing heads and reels, helping you present your...

OverviewThe OPST Smooth Commando is an evolution of the original Commando Head, designed to elevate close-range streamer, dry fly, and nymph fishing. It combines a Commando Head with a thin, slick running line into a single smoothly tapered rig. The result is a more...

Overview The OPST Smooth Commando represents an evolution of the original Commando Head, tuned for close-range streamer, dry fly, and nymph fishing. By combining a proven Commando Head with a thin, slick-coated running line, this single line delivers a smooth, gradually tapered profile that...

Meet the OPST Smooth Commando The OPST Smooth Commando blends a proven Commando Head with a slim, slick running line into a single, cohesive system. This design embraces a smooth, gradual taper that minimizes the feel of a junction feeding into guides, helping you...