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:...
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:...
Lamson Litespeed Series IV Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Machined aluminum and stainless steel
Backing capacity: (1.5) 100 yards 20 #, (2) 100 yards 20 #, (3) 225 yards 20 #, (3.5) 250 yards 20 #, (4) 250 yards 30 #
Diameter: (1.5) 3.25...
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...
The Reel Deal – Hatch 5 fly reel vs Sage 4600 Fly Reel [review]
With so many quality mid-range reels available today, it can be a challenge to know which will best serve your needs. Although competitively priced, quality fly reels are still expensive items, which makes owning...
Redington Surge Fly Fishing Reel [review]
Material: Aluminum and graphite
Backing capacity: 75 yards & 20 lb (3/4), 100 yards & 20 lb (5/6), 200 yards & 20 lb (7/8/9)
Diameter: 3.14 in (3/4), 3.53 in (5/6), 3.92 in (7/8/9)
Left and right...
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...
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,...
Three of the most reliable names in fly fishing reels
Whether you’re new to fly fishing or you’ve been casting a line for decades, choosing new gear and equipment can be a difficult process. Generally, making the decision to purchase something like a new...