Modern Trout Moss Green

Cortland’s Modern Trout Moss Green fly line is the result of decades of angling experience fused with cutting-edge line design and material innovation. It’s tailored for today’s technical trout angler who demands quiet landings, precise loops, and stealth on the approach. Whether you're casting to pressured wild browns in tight pocket water, dropping a terrestrial beneath overhanging limbs, or presenting a #20 dry fly on glassy spring creeks, this line offers the precision and delicacy required for modern trout fishing.

The subdued moss green color is not just aesthetic—it’s strategic. It blends seamlessly into natural riverine environments, minimizing visibility to fish by reducing line flash and casting shadow. This is especially important when stalking fish in shallow riffles or ultra-clear tailwaters where any unnatural movement can shut down a feed.

This line features a finely tuned weight-forward taper that enhances loop stability and provides the ultimate in presentation control. The front taper delivers smooth turnover for small flies, while the rear taper offers superior line control for roll casts, mends, and delicate drifts. The head loads efficiently at short to mid-range distances, making it perfect for technical casts under low-hanging branches or in tight quarters. Backed by Cortland's legacy of innovation and precision engineering, the Modern Trout Moss Green line is an essential tool for dry flies, emergers, and soft hackles—giving anglers a stealthy advantage in the most challenging freshwater environments.

Smooth Casting, Unmatched Control

What sets the Modern Trout Moss Green apart is its superior handling in a range of freshwater conditions. Built on a supple yet durable core, it maintains a consistent performance whether you're fishing in warm summer air or cool mountain mornings. The line's slick coating reduces friction and extends casting distance while ensuring effortless mending and pickup.

Designed with control in mind, this line delivers tight loops and gentle turnover, allowing anglers to place small flies exactly where they’re needed. It's particularly effective in slow-moving water where trout are more selective, giving you the finesse to make presentations without disturbance. Whether you're sight-casting in gin-clear waters or targeting risers at dusk, the Modern Trout Moss Green gives you the stealth and command to execute with confidence.

Anglers from New York to Colorado rely on this line for its balance of power and subtlety—two traits essential for successful trout angling. It’s also favored by guides throughout the state of New York, where Cortland is proudly based, and trusted in technical fisheries across the U.S.

Engineered for Today’s Trout Angler

Incorporating a modern approach to taper design, Cortland’s Modern Trout Moss Green excels with medium to fast action rods. The line's versatility makes it a favorite among anglers targeting different trout species in various freshwater habitats. Whether you're drifting dries on the Delaware River, roll casting in a Pennsylvania limestone stream, or wading the tailwaters of Montana, this line adapts effortlessly to the challenge.

Durability is key, and Cortland's robust coating ensures your line resists cracking, dirt buildup, and memory—season after season. Each line is made in the USA with the attention to detail that Cortland has been known for since 1915. If you're based in NY or exploring waters across the United States, the Modern Trout Moss Green is a line you’ll want in your arsenal.