The most important new advances in fly reel technology
When an individual with a background in engineering develops a passion for fly fishing, the world should rejoice. Great things happen when these two traits combine, and it is how many of the fly...
Hatch 5 Plus Finatic Fly Reel [Review]
Material: Type 2 anodized aluminum
Backing capacity: Hatch Premium/MA Spool: WF5F-216, WF6F-194, WF7F-172, Hatch Premium/LA Spool: WF5F-140, WF6F-118, WF7F-108, 20# Dacron/MA Spool: WF5F-200, WF6F-180, WF7F-160, 20# Dacron/LA Spool: WF5F-130, WF6F-110, WF7F-100)
Line weights: 5 - 7
Diameter:...
Redington Rise Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Aluminum
Backing capacity: 75 yards & 20 lb (3/4), 100 yards & 20 lb (5/6), 200 yards & 20 lb (7/8), 250 yards & 20 lb (9/10)
Diameter: 3 in (3/4), 3.23 in (5/6), 3.47...
Top 5 tips for caring for your reel
As with all your fly fishing gear, it is essential that you care for your reel to ensure it is able to serve you well for years to come. Fly fishing reels are intricately...
Fantastic Fly Fishing Reel – Sage 4600 Series [review]
Material: Aerospace grade aluminum
Backing capacity: 75 yards (4/5 wt), 100 yards (5/6wt, 6/7wt), 200 yards (8/9wt)
Diameter: 3.75 in (4/5wt), 3.9 in (5/6wt), 4.01 in (6/7wt), 4.3 in (8/9wt)
Left and right handed operation: Yes
Claimed weight:...
The Sage 4200 Series Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Stainless steel and carbon drag materials; aluminum housing
Backing capacity: 100 yards/20 lb (3/4wt and 5/6 wt), 200 yards/20 lb (7/8wt), 200 yards/30 lb (9/10wt)
Diameter: 3.25 in (3/4wt), 3.625 in (5/6wt), 4 in (7/8wt),...
Waterworks-Lamson Guru Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Aluminum and stainless steel
Backing capacity: (1.5) 100 yards 20 #, (2) 100 yards 20 #, (3) 150 yards 20 #, (3.5) 200 yards 20 #, (4) 250 yards 30 #
Diameter: (1.5) 3.15 in,...
Orvis Hydros Large Arbor Fly Reel Review
Material: 6061 aluminum
Backing capacity: (WF2) 75 yards / 20lb, 125 yards / 12 lb, (WF4) 125 yards / 20 lb, (WF6) 125 yards / 20 lb, (WF6) 125 yards / 20...
5 freshwater fly fishing reels you should consider buying
When it comes to freshwater fly fishing, the gear you use is at least as important as how good your casting skills are. A high quality rod and reel combo can make precision casting...
Sage 6000 Spey Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Aluminum
Backing capacity: 200 yards/20 lb (7/8 wt), 200 yards/30 lb (9/10wt), 300 yards/30 lb (11/12wt)
Diameter: 4 in (7/8wt), 4.25 in (9/10wt), 4.625 in (11/12wt)
Drag system: Carbon fiber, stainless steel
Claimed weight: 7.6-9.4 oz
Recommended use:...