How to Choose a Spey Reel For Two Hand Fly Rods

In this video, I break down what to look for when shopping for a spey reel. If you are seeking advice, feel free to give us a call or shoot an email! [e-mail]
Reels:
Sage Spey Reel: ghfly.shop/Sag...
Lamson Speedster S HD: ghfly.shop/Spe...
Rod:
Sage X Spey Rod: ghfly.shop/SageX
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[@anonym1anonym243]

Totally agree on everything. Good tip is to size up 3 from the rod weight if you are not sure if the reel is designed for DH in mind. For example; if I get a 13ft 8 rod, a reel that is made for wf10 or 11 is a good choice. Hardy made something clever with their marquis and cascapedia, up to a certain range they call them salmon 1, 2, 3 and then you know they are designed for DH. The Sage spey reel is hot, just a shame that they dont have sizes for 14ft 9 and 15ft 10, quite essential sizes for early fishing here in Norway. Wish I watched a video like this when I was new to the spey and DH world....

[@Gigharborflyshop]

Great comment. Thank you. The new Spey II from Sage now has a big reel for 14-15’ 8-10wt rods! Very cool!

[@Victor47930]

Generally speaking, rod/reel/line balance affects how you cast which then affects how you present your fly, and how the fish see it ...

[@Gigharborflyshop]

I've seen some fish eat some pretty weird presentations though! haha

[@jeremynadeau3164]

I was thinking of putting the big speedster on my 7126 ignitor. Do you think that would be heavy enough? Otherwise I was just gonna but the big Sage. I like big-ish reels and I've had great luck with Sage AND Lamson.

[@Gigharborflyshop]

I have the sage Spey 678 on my 7126 igniter and I love the match!