Fly Fishing Reels

Finding the right amount of backing for your fly reel

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:46:03 +0000

Determinig the amount of backing for an unfamiliar reel is always a problem.
You must have enough reserve when you catch a big one, but mustn't overfill the spool to avoid balling you line.

The best way for finding out how much backing fits to your reel i know of is the following:

stick your fly-line to the spool of the fly reel with tape.
when it is a WF (weight forward) line, make sure you tape the shooting head (the end with the larger diameter).
wind it on the reel.
when finished tie your backing to the fly line and reel as much backing to your spool till you think the capacity is ok.
cut the backing with a scissor or knive
after that strip the whole off the reel.
tie the cut end of the backing to the reel with an appropriate knot.
reel the line back in and you will have the proper amount of fly line and backing on your fly reel.

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Finding the right amount of backing for your fly reel

How much must one spend to get a quality saltwater fly fishing reel?

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:45:55 +0000

If you need a resonably priced fly fishing reel for chasing Tarpon, Snook, and Bonefish, you should concentrate on a few manufacturers and brands.

Have a look at our saltwater fly fishing reels auctions page for a first overview.

Always remember that you get what you pay for, just don`t go wild untill you know it`s the reel that you want to buy.
You also can go and visit a couple of fishing shops and see which reel feels good in your hands because not all of them will feel the same.
Okuma makes some decent reels for saltwater fishing as well.
I would get an 9wt or a 10wt for the beginning.
I would not try to target tarpon with anything less than a 10wt rod and reel with a good line and lots of backing.
Based on your budget you can get a decent reel for 9 wt or 10wt from 100.00$ upwards.

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How much must one spend to get a quality saltwater fly fishing reel?

Okuma Fly Reels

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:08:30 +0000

NIB ORVIS BATTENKILL DISC 8 9 XTRA SPOOL MDL1971 62
US $28.95

NIB ORVIS BATTENKILL DISC 10 11 XTRA SPOOL MODEL7286 62
US $28.95

NEW ORVIS MADISON II EXTRA SPOOL MODEL 576T 62
US $12.95

NEW ORVIS MADISON III EXTRA SPOOL MODEL 577T 62
US $12.95

ROSS RHYTHM 3 REEL WITH WF 7 S ORVIS WONDERLINE TROUT
US $230.00

NEW ORVIS CFO 123 EXTRA SPOOL MODEL 0650 62 LK
US $63.00

Orvis Battenkill BBS II Fly Reel and Extra Spool NEW
US $107.50

Orvis Battenkill Large Arbor V Big Game Fly Reel NEW
US $201.00

Orvis CFO II Click Pawl Reel English Made Near Mint
US $134.50

Orvis Battenkill Large Arbor 5 6 Reel w Extra Spool
US $129.07

ORVIS Battenkill Barstock BBS IV Fly Reel
US $80.00

ORVIS CFO Disc Drag Fly Fishing Reel III NEW
US $198.00

Orvis Large on Rod Reel Case NR
US $6.39

Orvis Padded Reel Case NR
US $6.39

ORVIS BATTENKILL LARGE ARBOR II FLY FISHING REEL BLACK
US $76.00

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Okuma Fly Reels

Saltwater Fly Reels

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:19:56 +0000

Saltwater fly fishing reels for fishing in the sea, anodized or otherwise corrosion protected. For chasing Tarpon, Snook, and Bonefish and other saltwater fighters.

New HARDY ZANE Saltwater Fly Reel SPOOL the Zane No1
US $260.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 9 10 Line Wt Wf10 CLF9 10
US $79.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 7 8 9 Line Weight Wf9 701
US $99.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 7 9 Wt 150m Of 20 V8A
US $149.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 9 10 Line Weight Wf10 607
US $89.00

New HARDY ZANE Saltwater Fly Reel Model No0 New Model
US $525.00

FlyLogic Saltwater Spey 9 10 11 Weight Large Arbor Reel
US $199.99

New HARDY ZANE Saltwater Fly Reel SPOOL the Zane No2
US $280.00

New HARDY ZANE Saltwater Fly Reel Model No2
US $575.50

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 7 8 CLF7 8
US $69.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 9 10 Line Weight Wf10 606
US $89.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 5 6 Line Wt Wf8 CLF5 6
US $65.00

Saltwater Fly Fishing Reel 9 10 Line Weight Wf10 707
US $99.00

LAMSON SALTWATER FLY REELS STEELHEAD AND BONEFISH
US $150.00

JAF Saltwater Fly Reel in Original Box
US $99.00

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Saltwater Fly Reels

The Roll Cast - Roll Casting Videos

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:34:34 +0000

Here i collected a few videos for learning the roll cast. Roll casting is a technique you must learn, when fishing with trees behind you or fishing when its windy.

Good luck,and don't hook yourself.

Tight Lines,
Frank

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The Roll Cast - Roll Casting Videos

FLy Reel Directory

admin — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:01:14 +0000

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Directory of todays fly reel manufacturers.

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Bo Mohlin Fly Reels

admin — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:03:42 +0000

Bo Mohlin is an avid fisherman from sweden, his hand crafted reels are the technically perfect choice and the dream of most experienced fly fishers. The ultra precise and well developed reels are absolutely fun to fish and will work reliable in all situations.

Bo Mohlin of Sweden Sea Trout Fly Reel Limited Edition
US $2,000.00

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Abel Fly Fishing Reels

admin — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 18:09:45 +0000

Abel Fly Fishing reels, produced by Abel Quality products, are reels that any fisherman, from the novice to professional can appreciate.

A unique feature of Abel Reels is their interchangeABELity of frames and spools. This allows for greater options and saves money when choosing a reel.

Their drag system employs a cork insert that has proven unchanged for over twenty years.

The reels can be custom engraved with a photo or text to add a personalized touch for the owner, making each and every reel one-of-a-kind.

The Abel Reel
165 Aviador St.
Camarillo, CA 93010

ABEL SUPER 4 BROWN TROUT
US $500.00

ABEL SUPER 5 CAMO
US $177.50

ABEL SUPER 5N BROWN TROUT
US $306.00

Abel 3N Big Game Fishing Reel Brand New In Box
US $399.00

Abel Super 4 Large Arbor Fly Fishing Reel Brand New
US $369.00

Abel 4N Big Game Fishing Reel Brand New In Box
US $459.00

ABEL FLY FISHING REEL SUPER 5N SERIES 2008 MODEL
US $400.00

Abel Reel collectible Cigar Lures NEW IN PACKAGE
US $75.00

Abel Creek Series Fly Reel 2 Standard Arbor
US $269.95

Abel Creek Series Fly Reel 2 Large Arbor
US $309.95

Abel Creek Series Fly Reel 1 Large Arbor
US $299.95

Abel Super Eight Fly Reel Double Pawl
US $775.00

Abel Super 7 Fly Reel Slate ONE OF A KIND
US $382.00

Abel Super 2 Large Arbor Fly Fishing Reel PLATINUM NEW
US $379.00

ABEL SUPER 10 FLY REEL
US $475.00

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Save the worms!

admin — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:30:03 +0000

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Save the worms!

Tibor Fly Reels

admin — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 21:35:44 +0000

Tibor Fly Reels are extremely high quality fly reels designed by Tibor "Ted" Juracsik. The Tibor corporation first revolutionized the industry with the introduction of the Billy Pate Fly Reel in 1976, and has continued to produce extremely advanced, reliable designs through their Tibor line of reels since 1995. "Ted" is a native of Budapest,
Hungary and was the youngest Hungarian to earn his Masterpapers in the tool and die trade. He assisted in efforts to resist Soviet oppression, and for this he was forced to flee to the United States in 1959. After developing a passion for fly fishing, he has applied his genius to develop fly reels capable of handling the extreme conditions found in difficult fishing locations as well as the stresses applied by extremely large fish.

The Riptide Tibor Reel by Ted Juracsik Fly Fishing Reel
US $305.00

Tibor Everglades Spool NIB
US $195.00

Tibor Light Back Country Wide Fly Reel Black NEW
US $188.01

Tibor Riptide Fly Reel Lt Green BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $418.00

Tibor Gulfstream Fly Reel Blue Grey BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $326.00

Tibor Everglades Fly Reel Blue TROUT ENGRAVED NIB
US $305.00

Tibor Light Spring Creek CL Fly Reel Blue Grey NEW
US $168.50

Tibor Pacific Fly Reel Royal Blue BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $436.00

Tibor Gulfstream QC Fly Reel Green BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $331.00

Tibor Light Tail Water CL Fly Reel Black NEW IN BOX
US $128.50

Tibor Everglades QC Fly Reel Lt Green BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $375.00

Tibor Riptide QC Fly Reel Royal Blue BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $361.00

Tibor Pacific QC Fly Reel Lt Green BRAND NEW IN BOX
US $390.00

Tibor QC Riptide Fly Reel NEW FREE FLY LINE
US $775.00

Tibor QC Everglades Fly Reel NEW FREE FLY LINE
US $746.00

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