OPST 5ft (1.52m) MTIPs are precision-engineered micro Skagit sink tips designed for lightweight single-handed rods and the most compact micro Skagit setups. Built from high-density T8 material and weighing 40 grains (2.6g), they are the shortest tip in the OPST MTIP range — ideal for tight European rivers and streams where the 7.5ft MTIP would be too long, and for single-handed rods where a compact, lightweight tip is essential. Available in three sink rates: S2, S4, and S6.
What Are OPST MTIPs?
OPST (Olympic Peninsula Skagit Tactics) are the originators of the micro Skagit system — a compact, highly efficient Skagit casting approach designed for single-handed rods and short two-handed rods on smaller rivers. MTIPs (Micro Tips) are the sink tip component of this system, engineered to turn over cleanly at short range, achieve precise depth control in varying currents, and present flies naturally to trout, grayling, and sea trout in European rivers and streams. The 5ft (1.52m) MTIP is the most compact option in the range, suited to the tightest spaces and the lightest single-handed rod setups.
Key Features
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5ft (1.52m) length — the most compact MTIP, for the tightest rivers and lightest single-handed rod setups
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T8 high-density material — reliable, consistent sink rate for precise depth control
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40 grains (2.6g) — optimised for 6–10ft single-handed rods in micro Skagit setups
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Three sink rates available — S2 (slow), S4 (medium), S6 (fast) to cover all water types and conditions
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Precision-engineered loops — for quick, secure connection to your Skagit head and leader
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OPST quality — manufactured to exacting standards for reliable performance season after season
Which Sink Rate Should I Choose?
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S2 — slow sink rate, ideal for shallow runs, low summer water, and delicate presentations close to the surface
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S4 — medium sink rate, the most versatile all-round choice for typical European river conditions
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S6 — fast sink rate, for deeper pools, fast currents, and autumn high-water conditions when flies need to get down quickly
5ft vs 7.5ft MTIP — Which Should You Choose?
The 5ft (1.52m) MTIP is the more compact option — better suited to the tightest rivers and streams, the lightest single-handed rod setups, and situations where the 7.5ft tip would be too long for comfortable casting. The 7.5ft (2.3m) MTIP provides more depth control and a longer swing, making it the more versatile all-round choice for most micro Skagit fishing. Choose the 5ft when fishing in very confined spaces or with the lightest rods; choose the 7.5ft for the widest range of micro Skagit situations.
Perfect For
- Micro Skagit setups on the tightest European rivers and streams where the 7.5ft MTIP is too long
- Lightweight single-handed rods (6–10ft) in compact micro Skagit configurations
- Wild brown trout fishing on small Highland burns and spate river headwaters in Scotland and Wales
- Grayling fishing on small, clear limestone rivers in central Europe
- Sea trout fishing on smaller Scandinavian and Baltic rivers
- Trout Spey fishing in the most confined spaces with limited casting room
Technical Specifications
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Length: 5ft / 1.52m
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Material: T8 high-density sinking line
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Weight: 40 grains / 2.6g
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Sink rates available: S2, S4, S6
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Application: single-handed rods (6–10ft), micro Skagit setups
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Manufacturer: OPST (Olympic Peninsula Skagit Tactics)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are OPST 5ft MTIPs?
OPST 5ft (1.52m) MTIPs are the most compact micro Skagit sink tips in the OPST MTIP range. Built from T8 high-density material and weighing 40 grains (2.6g), they are designed for lightweight single-handed rods and the tightest micro Skagit setups on small European rivers and streams. Available in three sink rates — S2, S4, and S6.
What is micro Skagit fishing?
Micro Skagit is a compact, highly efficient Skagit casting system developed by OPST for single-handed rods and short two-handed rods. It uses a short, heavy Skagit head combined with a sink tip (MTIP) to swing flies at depth on smaller rivers — bringing the efficiency and fish-finding ability of Skagit casting to trout Spey fishing on European rivers and streams.
What is the difference between the 5ft and 7.5ft OPST MTIP?
The 5ft (1.52m) MTIP is the more compact option, suited to the tightest rivers, the lightest single-handed rod setups, and situations where the 7.5ft tip would be too long for comfortable casting. The 7.5ft (2.3m) MTIP provides more depth control and a longer swing, making it the more versatile all-round choice for most micro Skagit fishing. Choose the 5ft for the most confined spaces; choose the 7.5ft for the widest range of micro Skagit situations.
Which OPST 5ft MTIP sink rate should I choose?
S2 suits shallow runs and low summer water where a slow sink rate keeps the fly in the zone without snagging. S4 is the most versatile all-round choice for typical European river conditions. S6 is for deeper pools, fast currents, and autumn high-water conditions when flies need to get down quickly. Many anglers carry all three to cover the full range of conditions throughout the season.
What rods are OPST 5ft MTIPs compatible with?
OPST 5ft MTIPs are designed for lightweight single-handed fly rods of 6–10ft used with micro Skagit head systems. They are compatible with OPST Commando Heads and similar micro Skagit shooting heads. They are not designed for use with full-length Spey lines or standard Scandi and Skagit heads for larger two-handed rods.
Are OPST MTIPs available with worldwide shipping?
Yes — OPST 5ft MTIPs are available from Balticflyfisher with worldwide shipping. OPST products are manufactured to exacting standards and are the benchmark for micro Skagit fishing systems worldwide.
