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@alfredeneuman69662 жыл бұрын
I have Lamson, Teton, Orvis, Abel fly reels. MId range some Scientific Angler, Reddington, and Martin. I also have some less expensive machined reels from China. Most seem to work fairly well. I have a classic Bill Ballan that works quite well, and another where the tolerances are rather poor. The biggest issue I have run into is with classic fly reels with screws instead of a quick release spool mechanism. If line is stuck in the spool with a classic reel with screws, you're in for a mess on stream. Someone at a fly shop told me many fly reels are made overseas nowadays in China or Korea. So while someone may smirk that you got a lesser name reel from China, they might be using a brand name also made in China. The bigger question might be who is overseeing the manufacturing of the reel and will they stand behind it.
@ericnortan90123 жыл бұрын
all my fly reels are around $50. They all are great. I own a Penn Battle 3 spinning reel that was over $100 and an Okuma Coldwater that was $150, but everything else is in the $50-$100 zone. I have an Okuma Integrity 9wt that I use for Salmon. It does a great job, though one day I caught 9 Atlantics (best day ever) and smoked the little rubber nipples that push on the drag. Okuma sent me replacements for free. I also use their DX's for trolling walleye, salmon, lakers, etc. I live in Alpena, MI. We have about every type of inland fishing there is, plus Lake Huron so I have multiple types of fishing rigs, it helps to keep costs down.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Great bits of kit ahead of their times really!
@toddr22659 ай бұрын
I just caught a 40 inch tarpon on a $49 Max catch reel in St Thomas a couple months ago and it worked like a charm. It doesn't have a sealed drag so i made sure to clean it well after using it that day. It's still in great shape. If i did that kind of fishing more often I'd invest in a tougher, more expensive sealed drag reel.
@missiondiscover3 жыл бұрын
I picked up a 30 dollar reel for my 2wt...thought it would be perfect because of how little I actually use the reel for anything other than holding line, and when I got it I was extremley surprised at how good it was...great casting, good tolerances, actually has a name brand (angler dream), good die casting, great drag and very light.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
That’s great! It is all about getting out and enjoying the water!
@juanito38213 жыл бұрын
@mission you got a link for product?
@sdriza2 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I picked up the same one based on your comment (in part) and you're right....
@niltonc.73333 жыл бұрын
I will never understand why someone would pay more than $150 for a fly reel .
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Different strokedss for different folks, but if they want certain aspects, they can expect differences in reels at SOME pricepoints. Thanks for stopping by! Please consider subscribing, and tight lines! 🤙
@JohnJames.2 жыл бұрын
I wanted a cartridge style reel, to replace my old dragonfly bfr made in England, got the Grey's 5678 on sale for 129, regular 179, came with four cartridges and a nice case , I'm happy with it for being what it is. Just got a new orvis battenkill 3/4 and fenwick iron feather 4wt
@nathancottrill13632 жыл бұрын
Well I for one love Click Pawl Reels. It’s all I use for Trout and Smallmouth here in Colorado. I have an Orvis CFO Reel (USA) $330 and a Hardy (Made in England) Marquis 5lwt reel at 420$. They are impeccable n design and use. And will last many lifetimes. Comes with a lifetime Warranty and have a timeless quality of greatness. They’ve been made for many many many decades and practically unchanged. I highly recommend them. Precision Quality and a fair price.
@sdriza2 жыл бұрын
Heirloom type quality to pass down to future generations.... (assuming they care enough to know the difference between an Abel and a Maxcatch...)
@gallie3199 ай бұрын
@@nathancottrill1363same here
@randellgribben97722 жыл бұрын
i have 5 reels made in s. korea.. they are called ' tail ' reels,, bought them from maxcatch perhaps a update here...4 are tail reels from maxcatch 1 is a TFO nxt reel. i bought in s, korea... i bought all of them from the factory store... my tfo nxtreel.. works great..4 of the tail maxcatch reels work great also,, but one of the tail maxcatch reels,, inside the box... had a warrenty from tfo reels and instuctions from tfo... guess what they are the same reels.. 1 of the tail reels is a 5 weight as is the tfo nxt.. all the part are interchangeable the tfo reel cost between 75 to 99 $ the maxcatch tail reels 35 to 55$
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Quite a few companies still use that factory. Some are switching now. Time will tell
@Charsept3 жыл бұрын
All my reels are $16-100 They've served me well (expect for one that was $26. I don't enjoy using that one)
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
You win some you lose some with reels in that cost class. You seem to have been served well so far!
@SirPraiseSun2 жыл бұрын
thank u for clearing this up i really couldnt wrap my head around buying a 500 dollar reel or even any over 100 just seems like a waste of money or a rich person thing to do just a brand name
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
NP! Definitely a difference at times, albeit often marginal.
@rudyruiz95212 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, I think the reel is the least important part of the setup for 90% or more of fly fisherman. The only exception (even for larger fish) would be saltwater imo. Maybe splurge for a sealed drag. A pretty blanket statement but unless you are always into the backing on big, big fish I think it is a better investment to spend the money of a few quality lines and extra spools.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Agreed that for 90% of anglers fishing for bass and trout the reel holds line, but for larger gamefish or light tippet applications, a reel matters more than the typical small trout and panfish rods. :) thanks so much for watching!
@joshuathomas49342 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 5wt 8.6 TKO rod for 150 dollars. I want to get back into fly fishing. I’d fish for rainbow trout, brook trout and fall fish in small streams. There are too many options out there for reels. I don’t want a piece of crap but I don’t want to go broke on a reel. No clue what to buy. I’d say I’d be willing to pay 120.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
As long as you get out there happily I’d say!
@JamesGreenbaum Жыл бұрын
What was the 3rd reel that you were handling ? The high end reel ?
@momo89shine6 ай бұрын
For a fly reel I can order one from Amazon for 30 bucks if anything go wrong with my fly reel one day shipping. I put more money into spinning reel or baitcaster reel from Japan
@thomasgibbons3532 жыл бұрын
Good Scoop, thanks TT.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
🤙 you bet. Tigjt lines
@WaschyNumber12 жыл бұрын
Every product have to have at least 1 years warranty in the EU, Dosen't matter how cheap the product is. And you will pay always more money for longer warranty time.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
For sure!
@natetrawick10373 жыл бұрын
Hey man! I’m looking for a quality reel with sealed drag I’d prefer machined as opposed to cast. I’d like to keep the price as close to 200 as possible. I’m fishing for striped bass. What would you recommend?
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I personally am in love with both the Qualifly Razorback and the Carbontech by Qualifly as well. Most companies like Cheeky even will offer a sealed variety as well.
@1Troutguy3 жыл бұрын
Have you looked at Teton reels? Machined, large arbor, lifetime warranty, free shipping.
@MrMick9991 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I brought a chinnese fly reel that that has a plastic bearing holder in the spool, rollers are mounted in plastic like.Anybody know how long this will last.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Depends on how much use it gets I bet.
@Hackberryofficer2 ай бұрын
That’s a nice reel you have in blue. 500 dollars?
@winters496703 жыл бұрын
Love these guys
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
🤙
@Matthew_Patterson566 ай бұрын
There is no substitute for a high end reel ($500+). You get on a big fish or really any fish in the tropics and you’ll appreciate it. My first trip to the BVI I had a sub $200 reel and the first fish I hooked the drag was smoked. Some times you have to spend the money. Cheap Chinese made reels are a waste of money if you’re planning on them doing more than holding your line.
@mcm7402 жыл бұрын
Finally an honest guy.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
I try! 👍
@tomwiggins1225 Жыл бұрын
A Chevy and a BMW will both get you from A to B. But which one would you rather drive?
@llucq1Ай бұрын
Thanks, that's what I've been drilling into. They're all made in China with different names. probably from the same factory
@soundbwoikilla764 Жыл бұрын
IMO and experience, it's stupid to spend more than $100 on a trout reel. There are a few reels $35-$70 (e.g., Maxcatch, Piscifun) that will perform just as well as any $300-$500 reel. Who wants to worry and baby a $500 reel (or $150 reel for that matter) on the water? Expensive reels are for fly fishers who glamp. If you've ever changed or restrung your leader in a rocky stream or if you've ever slipped and had to toss the rod you understand what I mean.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I agree with most of this!
@RGJR023 жыл бұрын
How’s that razorback reel?
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Im impressed and it is nice to adjust on the fly if need be
@focodave1352 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy the budget reel? Can you share the link?
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Here is the one in the video: cookandworshamrodco.com/shop/ols/products/invitation-fly-reel
@vladimirlopez78402 жыл бұрын
That link for the budget reel shows the reel but no information on line size I have no idea if it’s a 5/6 or what it is.
@cryptocorey85823 жыл бұрын
Standard Orvis clearwater reel. American made, not over priced, quality company. $100 reel you can't beat performance for price.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Great reel. Im not sure it is American made however. They are made overseas and imported. Great reel though.
@cryptocorey85823 жыл бұрын
@@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors their website says made in America but this is America so Americans lie. It is great tho. Might get a dirt cheap one for my son to learn and rest it out in ocean surf fishing.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I say go for it! The website says Designed in Vermont, (Manchester I believe) but imported. Regardless, solid bit of kit! Can’t go wrong.
@Shawn-ts4jw10 ай бұрын
FYI, American made is not a plus, that's a negative.
@Shawn-ts4jw10 ай бұрын
I have only had American made reels fail on me, but not China or Korean made reel, why is that??
@WaschyNumber12 жыл бұрын
Many Companies letting pay many times more money for ther brand name.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
100% sometimes
@jordanrowe90978 ай бұрын
The poor guy in the video missed a guide when lining his rod. We as "guides" or advocates of the sport must ensure the people we're teaching don't inadvertently/ accidentally destroy their gear due to something so simply overlooked...
@FigRko3 жыл бұрын
Hi. What’s the reel being used @2:46. Please, thank you
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
That is the Qualifly Reels Maverick in a 6 wt i believe
@worthey113 жыл бұрын
So where's the reel in the picture
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
That is a Qualifly Razorback! Priced between the most expensive shown and the mid priced shown. Thanks for stopping by!
@danreid67122 жыл бұрын
TFO nxt reel
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Great choice
@valruscheniko23213 жыл бұрын
It’s all brand BS! The fish can’t tell the difference, and that’s what cuts the mustard.
@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
There is some nuance w some brands but you are right w most