Cortland 444 Hover Fly Line

Cortland 444 Hover Fly LineThe Cortland 444 Hover is a purpose built intermediate fly line designed for stillwater anglers who need precise depth control and a slow, consistent sink rate. Whether you're targeting trout suspended just below the surface or working chironomids and leeches through the water column, the 444 Hover puts your fly exactly where the fish are feeding. Features Slow Intermediate Sink Rate The 444 Hover sinks at approximately 11. 5 inches per second,

The Cortland 444 Hover is a purpose-built intermediate fly line designed for stillwater anglers who need precise depth control and a slow, consistent sink rate. Whether you're targeting trout suspended just below the surface or working chironomids and leeches through the water column, the 444 Hover puts your fly exactly where the fish are feeding.

Features

Slow Intermediate Sink Rate — The 444 Hover sinks at approximately 1–1.5 inches per second, allowing you to fish just below the surface film where trout and other gamefish often feed. This controlled sink rate keeps your fly in the strike zone longer and eliminates the drag caused by a floating line in windy conditions.

444 Slick Shooting Coating — Cortland's proven 444 coating provides a slick, low-memory surface that shoots through the guides effortlessly and performs in a wide range of temperatures. The supple coating resists tangling and coiling, making it easy to manage on the water.

Uses

Stillwater, Chironomids, Leeches, Trout — The 444 Hover excels in lakes and reservoirs where fish are holding just below the surface. It's the go-to choice for chironomid fishing under an indicator, stripping leeches and damselfly nymphs, and covering water with wet flies and soft hackles. A must-have line for any serious stillwater angler.

Temperature

Cold/Moderate — Designed for cold and moderate freshwater environments including alpine lakes, reservoirs, and spring-fed ponds. Best performance in temperatures typical of trout fisheries.

Taper & Weight

Intermediate Hover Taper — The level or uniform intermediate design ensures a consistent sink rate throughout the head, so your fly tracks straight and true through the water column. Available in a range of line weights to match your rod and target species.