Attn Fly Fishers: Best Fly Reel

[jsfinn]

Fly Fishers,<br /><br />I've never been fly fishing and don't know anything about it. <br /><br />Today, the CEO of the company asked me about a good brand/model of fly reels that he wants to get for someone as a retirement gift.<br /><br />Something in the $400 - $500 price range would probably be appropriate.<br /><br />Any suggestions would be appreciated.<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[gaugeguy]

Re: Attn Fly Fishers: Best Fly Reel

Sage makes a really nice high end large arbor reel. They have just come out with a new 2500 series that may be in that price range.

 

[PAkev]

Re: Attn Fly Fishers: Best Fly Reel

Need a bit more info:<br /><br />What kind of fishing...Salt or Fresh water?<br /><br />What species of fish are targeted?<br /><br />What kind of rod(s) will it be going on?<br /><br />What are his favorite patterns to fish?<br /><br />etc. etc.<br /><br />However,<br />One thing you might want to offer consiederation of is to spend a little less on the reel but also pick up a spare spool. This affords a lot more versatility as you can be lined up or down to fish up to 3 different rods with the same reel package.<br /><br />I personally have J Ryall reels in 2, 4, 6, & 8 wt. and love them. They had a strong prescence in the flyfishing arena a few years back but I have not seen them offered by retailers lately.<br />Other good manuracturers to look at are Bauer and Loop.<br /><br />He's a lucky guy! I'd take good fishing gear over a Rolex watch any day.<br /><br />Let us know what you decide

 

[jsfinn]

Re: Attn Fly Fishers: Best Fly Reel

Thanks for the info, guys. <br /><br />I really don't know the guy who's getting the gift and I don't think the CEO knows much about where/what he fishes for .. just knows that he likes fly fishing. <br /><br />I like the idea of a reel with a spare spool and maybe a nice box of flys to go with it.<br /><br />GG, I took a look at those Sage reels and they are very nice looking..look more like art than fishing equipment. I'm sure the big man will like it! <br /><br />PAkev, I agree with you too - I'd much rather have fishing gear than a Rolex. When I retire and I'm fishing all day, I'm NOT going to want to know what time it is!