Dennet Pro Series Tope Trace

Overview

The Dennett Pro Series Tope Fish Trace Rig is a ready-tied wire trace built specifically for UK sea anglers targeting tope. Rather than a complete multi-hook rig, it's supplied as a single-hook trace, with the hook connected to a long length of wire and terminal hardware at the opposite end.

The trace is constructed from 195 cm of 60 lb / 27 kg wire, described on the genuine Dennett packaging as "Dennett Steel Fishing Wire". It comes professionally tied, so there's no need to crimp or rig your own tope trace before heading out.

Two genuine factory variants are available, distinguished by hook size: TS-RTFT70 with a 7/0 hook and TS-RTFT90 with a 9/0 hook, giving anglers a straightforward choice depending on preference.

Perfect For

This trace is purpose-built for tope fishing rather than general heavy sea fishing, with Dennett printing "TARGET SPECIES: Tope" directly on the packaging.

The manufacturer's packaging specifically identifies mackerel as the bait to use with this trace, making it a ready-to-fish option for anglers heading out after tope on UK marks where mackerel bait is standard practice.

Technical Insight

The long 195 cm wire section is there to provide the bite-resistant length needed between the hook and the angler's main rig when targeting a toothy shark species like tope. A shorter trace simply wouldn't offer the same protection against bite-off.

With a 60 lb / 27 kg breaking strain, the wire is rated to handle the demands of tope fishing, and being supplied ready tied removes the guesswork and rigging time for anglers who want to get a proven trace straight onto their line.