Super Cheap WISH Fly Fishing Reel BARGAIN - Review & Unboxing

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Guys, check out the Euro Nymphing In A Box kit here! --> bit.ly/EuroNymphKit

[@SharpTungsten]

I have the 5/6 version of this reel on a 6# Sougayilang 9 ft. rod that came as a package deal off of Wish. No complaints as yet. After becoming proficient using this set-up i went to my local fly shop and spent some serious money on a good rig. My wish rig is still used by my son or friends of mine that dont have their own. One of the best purchases ive ever made. Great video guys.

[@bluerapper1]

SharpTungsten how it's the wish fly line its any good?

[@SharpTungsten]

bluerapper1 it does the job but if you’ve tried a higher end floating line it’s lacking only in the feel and ease of casting other than that it loops out well and is very strong.

[@bluerapper1]

SharpTungsten thanks I'll probably buy one

[@SharpTungsten]

@@bluerapper1 no worries. Try to purchase the package that comes with the rod and reel combo, the flys, fly box, nipper, backing, fly line and tippet. They have a couple out there that are around the same price but dont have everything i listed for a similar price.

[@AndrewMurphy8383]

well if the loc fly shop did not charge a arm and leg for fly reel may be we wont be looking for a cheaper source

[@fliesbychris]

I totally agree with you there on the local tackle shop, he got me started with a £50 rod/reel/fly line combo and I haven't looked back since, if I order something (live in Germany), he'll get it over to me in 10 days ,if he doesn't have it in stock he'll ask if I want to order it from the big tackle shop in Stirling and I'll always say no, he can order it and send it over, a couple of pounds more spent at the local shop is money well spent. Rant over!

[@halfpintawhelks]

I've the same reel in 5/6 size about two years, £13 delivered from ebay, at least 40 stillwater trips, without dramas, feels a little tinny and drags not the smoothest but superb bang for buck. I also have a £25 Airflo airtec that has a lovely drag and solid feel, plenty trout and Carp to high doubles on that one Great Video 👍

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Firstly Barry many thanks for the kind comment! Glad you've had a good experience with the reel - in truth having issed it I can't see anything wrong with it! I agree about the drag, but then again the reel costs the same as a dozen flies!

[@kenmare16]

You can buy these unbranded on Ebay or Aliexpress, postage paid direct from the factory and also with spare spools. I have a 9/10 (really a 7/8) with a couple of spare spools. Reel foot screws came loose but were easily fixed with a screw driver and some Lock Tight. Brilliant value and service.

[@terrycoging2888]

Excellent review Andy - and excellent fishing. I bought 3 of these reels + spare spools 4 years ago because I needed something cheap to hold several lines that were being tested and developed. I used 5/6 and 6/7 sizes. Generally speaking they have done the job. The drag system worked well on reservoir trout. After extensive use 3 fault have come to light. 1. They are free running forwards and can overrun accidentally causing loose coils on the spool. 2, When changing spools while in the boat I lost the tiny outer bearing. 3. Clearance between the spool and cage can be excessive and allow leader to become trapped.

[@corybeckmann8823]

I got a 35 dollar fly rod/reel combo from a walmart here in the US (about 28ish pounds) and it might not be the best rod/reel ever, but it's something to get you started, and I've caught 12+ pound fish with it. People dont seem to understand that you dont need 500 dollar rods, or thousands of dollars to have fun in this sport.

[@josepha.correiaiii8855]

When I learned to fly fish I learned on an old 8.5 Ft bamboo rod and a reel that my great granddad gave to me. No idea what brand it was, it was so old that all the branding had worn off well before I got it. It wasn't made with drag had to learn how to palm it to slow the fish. I did replace the old mouse eaten line with new Cortland L4. If you can learn to present a fly with that rig you can master any rig, at least that was his theory. Who in the hell wants to pay the price for an Orvis rig when a Shakespeare rig will work just as well for a hell of a lot less. I was always taught it is skill of the fisherman that catches the fish, not the name brand of the gear.

[@ibanezrg320fm]

Shakespeare makes some excellent stuff and Uglystik is my favorite. The Uglystik GX2 rivals the best made poles out there and it's only $30 without the reel.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Do they make an ugly stik fly rod?

[@eknight7776]

Michael Enochs a

[@corybeckmann8823]

@@IBandAndyFishing I dont believe so, but I know that Shakespeare does make low end fly stuff. Not uglystik though.

[@bmrhoney]

I have about 5 of these now in different sizes and they are superb!

[@kurtisw7034]

Fishing has been my passion ever since i can remember, but i just recently got into fly fishing. I love this video bro. Im subbed

[@Charsept]

The only reels I put decent money into are the sealed ones that I need for saltwater. Otherwise, it's just a line holder.

[@vladimirlopez7840]

Pretty much spot on.

[@sdriza]

Exactly!!! I'm generally stripping fish in until ~6+wt - so, "drag" doesn't really matter

[@MrBlode1]

I have watched just watched about 5 Wish review videos and its nice to see the positive reviews. Totally agree about the local fly shops, on that note last week i picked up a Leeda #7/8 reel for £19.99

[@BUSHCRAPPING]

i like what you said about supporting local businesses however i dont have a local fly shop and i have vowed to spend as little money in my local coarse shop as possible due to the owner being a mardy get lol. might have to get myself one of these reels, im still very new to fly fishing so i could always upgrade in the future

[@davidhumphreys7035]

I can beat you for value, I've a couple of Maxcatch Eco reels that along with sale and discount worked out at around £11.50 a reel and it's a decent reel, no idea where Goture are from but Maxcatch are from Chine and it took 5 days to arrive. Maxcatch also make rods for the big brands.

[@paulsalmo7070]

Also have a look at their flylines !! I bought one thinking at £11 it will be a cheap line ok for using for mullet or bass in the sea and what arrived was a really good mid quality line that I’m now using on my trout rod. I’m amazed at the quality for the money. I understand the need to support local tackle shops but big mail order firms killed most shops ages ago !

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Interesting, thanks for the heads up Paul! It does make you wonder if all these items are coming from the same factories.....

[@paulsalmo7070]

I’ve since bought several floaters for as little as £3 each and they are fantastic. I’m sure these lines get branded and sold here for loads more. The only problem is the time they take to arrive !

[@daviddevine1757]

Great vid confusing at the end tackle shops be ok my wife can't follow paper trail.. 😂

[@IBandAndyFishing]

🤣😂we won't tell her I promise!

[@FanterFishing]

Saw a £35 fishing kayak on there, not sure I wanna test that one out lol

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Don't tempt me! 🙈🤣

[@BUSHCRAPPING]

£35? id test one at that price lol. might wait till summer so i dont kill myself hah

[@jaquesdaniels2964]

Made by Titanic Marine products was it???

[@kendykes3278]

Great review love how you explain things as you go interested in your landing net please keep explaining your French style fishing😃

[@IBandAndyFishing]

We have a video on the landing net and a two part video on French leader! X

[@jaquesdaniels2964]

Its not a 17 quid reel, its a 25quid reel due to postage, something often overlooked when buying from e bay/amazon etc. Glad you raised the issue of the local tackle shop-something I was going to mention myself. e bay etc cannot: sort you out quickly if you have a problem with a reel etc, can't let you try the reel on your rods to check the fit and balance, often don't sell additional spools, can't tell you what local waters are fishing well or not, advise you where to fish for particular species etc. Example: there is (or used to be) a tiny tackle shop in Bakewell, the two lads in there had lots of local knowledge about fishing for wild fish by paying the farmer 5quid, free fishing stretches etc, plus they sold lots of those small tools/gadgets/bits of kit that made life easier on the water. In my department (county) there is only one surviving privately owned tackle shop left-use em or lose em. You can't stop off at e bay and blether about the one that got away or get the news that Smithy just caught a 40lb pike on single maggot pole fishing.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

It seemed fair to not include the shipping cost because, well, you wouldn't include it in a domestic product's value. £6 from China to my house in a week seemed very reasonable, that's the cost many retailers charge for a small parcel these days! Got to keep those tackle shops going 👍👍👍

[@parfield5182]

Hi! one of us is still here..regards. pete

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Welcome to the party Mr A! What are your thoughts?

[@jaquesdaniels2964]

@@IBandAndyFishing I think what I meant was, the reel might cost around 25quid if a tackle shop sold it, (probably less-more like 18quid maybe) but as I went on to say, you couldn't actually try the reel on a rod etc if bought from a box shifting outfit.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I'm not sure on your costing there Jaques. Let's say the factory are selling them for £15, greys/snowbee/ scierra will then sell it to the retailer for 30, and the retailer will want to sell it for 60. This is the 21st century purchasing dilemma- we can all get these products way cheaper by going direct like in this case, but macro-economically we might be shooting ourselves in the foot by doing so! It's a really tough one

[@martinbrimble5878]

I’m told that a good quality set of fishing glasses are very important, do you have any budget glasses you be able to recommend..?

[@TrailChaser]

If you wear prescription glasses check out zennioptical I get polarized prescription sunglasses for about $68. I mostly sight fish, so being able to see into the water is crucial.

[@takackman9325]

News flash to anyone who doesn't know: Most branded reels/rods you buy for $200 are made in the exact same indo/chinese factories that produce these "unbranded" rods and reels. You can literally buy 20 of these from a wholesaler for $100

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Yep. I lol at a $600 Loop almost as hard as I lol at a $5,000 antique Hardy.

[@RonMTube]

Click reels are probably popular due to sentimentality, which runs high in the world of fly fishing. With modern manufacturing methods there's really no reason for not having a drag system.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I agree with this! Though I guess on super light rods you wouldn't need a drag system. I prefer to have it that's for sure. Yu and I must catch bigger fish than the drag-less guys Ron!

[@scod3908]

Spool is wider because it's a large arbor design ;)

[@richardpm38]

great review as usual Andy, surprising results , looks a really decent reel, but get why you want people to support their local shops, oh and btw has Ieva become all camera shy ?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

She's still struggling with her arm Richard. We did try to film today but only had very limited time. One little jack does not an awesome vlog make!

[@screamingvteccc]

I have this same reel from ebay different color it works real nice for $20

[@katyushafish]

It looks cool the same to Katyusha Fly Fishing Reel

[@stevepurcer4204]

Andy - can you tell me where to look for a floating landing net like the one I saw you use in the "reel bargain" video? Looks to be great at protecting fish, keeping them in water. Thx!

[@shaneparsons3910]

Andy. IB. Please have a go with one of wishes fly rods. 3/4 weight

[@bulldawgization]

Hi..what is the diameter measure (in centimeters) of the model for 3/4 wt ??

[@vwnut13]

Picked up one of these reels (with backing, fly line and leader) for $29.25 shipped on Amazon.

[@TheCarpCommander]

17 pounds seems a little heavy for a reel, I imagine the balance would be off but I'm no expert.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

😂🤣 I'm using rods made of lead, I prefer the old style action....

[@TheCarpCommander]

I have heard those have the best sensitivity

[@IBandAndyFishing]

😂😂😂

[@dominicregos4902]

If you rate that reel so well then I think those local fly shops shop should get some in stock. They can charge a little more but still the price would be worth it. I don’t like to order online. You never know what your going to get. I like to put my hands on what I buy to be sure it is what I really want.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I totally agree, but I think in general the buying process is changing and folks aren't afraid of ordering direct from the manufacturer these days

[@AeroDoomet]

I have 18 hours till discount is over? Would you recommend it to total noob in size 9/10 for pike? Help me quickly :D

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I've not seen it myself, but it should be absolutely fine yes!

[@martinebbatson5462]

Good video cant fault it for the price nice little reel, but like you said support local tackle shops.Yes like to see more of these videos all the best both :)

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Always, always local tackle shops ❤️. Already too many of them have closed down 😢. I’m glad you want to see more, I think next one will be lure fishing related 😮😮 I hope you’ve been well! I.B. Xx

[@zygardiousyt9981]

I got a $10 vintage or like kinda new ish fly fishing rod from a garage sale like a quarter block from where I live and it’s a right handed reel but I’m a lefty but I don’t even use the reel that much when fly fishing.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

For most folks it's just a line holder, sounds like you got a real bargain! 👍👍👍

[@flatzeric]

Hi mate after watching your videos I'm really interested in getting into fly fishing. What would be the best rod and reel to start off with? Cheers

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Hi Tom! Great news, you'll love it! Where abouts are you planning to start fishing? This is key in deciding what kit to buy 👍👍

[@KEITHPARRIS2949]

I have just tried your links , and they both come up with £40.00 odd reels , so I don't know where the17 comes from ??

[@peterchessell28]

I have a goture 10 weight saltwater fly rod super fast action casts like a cannon .

[@johnowen4888]

Really like this review, for me the retaining nut not being the captured type would be another worry. As you say, the tackle shops are disappearing quickly, especially those that have fly fishing tackle, most are either match or carp tackle suppliers.

[@garyjohnson4778]

And they themselves ar flogging cheap and nasty Asian built tackle at inflated prices. Britain is the home of junk fly tackle.

[@darrelwhetter9185]

Lol good test on the drag system made me chuckle Andy 🎣😂😎👍

[@IBandAndyFishing]

🙈🤣 taming monsters ain't I?!

[@mikejames663]

Enjoyed that, see your point, but shops do make a killing, especially on hooks, like 10 - 20p each, likewise beads?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Who is making a killing in the process Mike? The company who extracts the raw material, the manufacturer who shapes that raw material in to wire, the company which can machine that wire in to a hook, the wholesaler (brand) who imports the hook from the manufacturer or the retailer who sells the hook to you?

[@Chuck-gg3bw]

So, is the drag fully sealed or not? That would be a deal breaker!

[@IBandAndyFishing]

It's that weird fully sealed, the seal is basically a single washer which will eventually perish and need replacing. I will say, I'm still using the reel and it's been flawless so far!

[@DomFishingUK]

always buying crap off wish some of the stuff its brilliantly funny lmao

[@IBandAndyFishing]

What like Dom?! what should we avoid?!🙈🙈😂

[@deantruesdale9418]

Great video Andy 👏👏👏👏👏

[@larrycounce4509]

I want one! I bought a high end Or_vs reel a few months back it is absolute crap.

[@larrycounce4509]

I am 300 miles from the closest fly shop, sorry I'm going to order if they ship to America.

[@Slow_Horse]

In UK fly fishing for trout the drag is immaterial. Just set it so the reel doesn’t overrun when stripping line off to cast and forget it. I use an old Hardy Marquis Multiplier with a click pawl and have never needed a disc drag to fight a fish.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

You'll find this will split opinion, particularly with Euro nymphing styles when you're tight to the flies and not handling any line. We've got a vlog where I catch a big wild brown from a river (PB Brown Trout), this fight would have been a real struggle without a drag system 👍👍

[@Slow_Horse]

Ieva and Andy Fishing my “drag system” is the palm of my hand on the reel rim or tension on the line with left hand. I also fish for salmon on the Spey and a half-decent drag is a bonus there but I still “palm” fish.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

That's fine, but it might not work for everybody 👍👍

[@pauldarrough9441]

Excellent demo and information.

[@SebastianDavidPB]

This one looks pretty similar to the maxcatch ones on aliexpress, If it holds up that well I might consider"upgrading" cause the cheap click pawl I got from my local tackle shop it's well, not the best, has play in it, besides being a small arbor one.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

It looks identical to me too, there's a few out there for sure! Can't see any reason why it wouldn't hold up, but if it goes wrong we'll definitely let you know!

[@scod3908]

The maxcatch version currently available is similar in appearance but is a cast design, not machined. (The "eco" model, which I assume is for "economy")

[@SebastianDavidPB]

@@scod3908 I've had the echo before and was pleased with it, much better built than a delphin flayka I have now

[@heinsy707]

Hello from Canada! Amazing vid, nice rainbows, just subscribed - absolutely support small bait and tackle suppliers

[@bluerapper1]

When will you try a fly line from wish? I wonder if they are worth it?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

they're on the list of kit to try bud, keep your eyes peeled!

[@darrelwhetter9185]

Another fab video guys😎👍😉💪🎣🎣

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Very kind sir! Have you delved in to wish before?

[@Nicktgrief]

Ive just ordered a baitcaster off there for about the same ... be interesting to see what its like. But i do agree with you. That said, i wonder how many of the branded reels are made made in the same factory 🤔

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I'd say plenty nick! We're going to order a few baitcaster reels too, which did you go for?

[@Nicktgrief]

Ieva and Andy Fishing a sougyang I think it is I’ll ping a screenshot to ib’s facebook or instagram. It was £17+8

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Brilliant, thanks for that!

[@Nicktgrief]

Ieva and Andy Fishing when it comes i’ll have to pop it up to you to look at. Im only just over the border in warwickshire

[@alexlewis8744]

Blimey, I panicked when you swapped over the full fly line in the river. I may try that myself (NOT!!).

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I fast forwarded that bit so you couldn't hear the 'stressed' language coming from my mouth. The most intense arbor knot ever!

[@stevebircumshaw6744]

What's the landing net Andy, have you put the foam on ?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

it's a Glen Pointon Catch and Release net Steve, they're not made any more. IB will be making a video on making your own soon though!

[@stevebircumshaw6744]

@@IBandAndyFishing Thanks, look FWD to it

[@nigelbyrne2248]

Great review Andy.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Thanks nigel!

[@kbbgood]

But can we get spare spools? Would like to see you try a 7wt.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

for $20 you may as well buy another reel!

[@79misku]

@@IBandAndyFishing Yes, you can buy spare spools. I have a reel, if you have a fishing rod # 7 reel, buy # 9 (CHINESE SIZE OTHER)

[@mrsmd4616]

How much do you spend on line Andy. Great video cheers

[@pop1ezius]

there are some fly lines as well, can you try them as well? thanks ;)

[@IBandAndyFishing]

we're going to check them out for sure!

[@Jonodesigner]

What water you fishing in there please

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Hi Eric, it’s the river Dove I.B.

[@Jonodesigner]

Ieva and Andy Fishing thank you L. B your a star . If your every up at ladybower or anywhere else give me a shout. I go camping and fishing a lot 😊

[@toadjam12000]

I am partial to Hardy reels. Bought my first one many moons ago. I may try one of these chinese ones for giggles.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I'll be honest I only bought it for a giggle, but I might leave the line on it!

[@toadjam12000]

@@IBandAndyFishing I am looking for a Hardy golden featherweight if you see one.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I've not seen one in 30 years so far! 🙈😂

[@garyjohnson4778]

@@IBandAndyFishing I have a Golden Princess (mint) but I live in Australia. What do you think it would be worth?

[@randellgribben9772]

same reel you can buy at bass pro warehouse

[@urbanflyman6389]

Andy are those Rainbows wild or stocked...

[@IBandAndyFishing]

These are stocked fish buddy, the only river in the UK with a significant population of wild rainbows is the Derbyshire Wye

[@urbanflyman6389]

Thanks for the reply,wasn't sure if other Derbyshire rivers had them.

[@simonjones1467]

Hi Guys Good video again wish is owned by AliExpress just a heads up the same reel is stamped with several different logos price I found was around £12-15 for the same one these are available from uk stockists around £25 Tight lines Can you show some more french leader style 👍

[@IBandAndyFishing]

When we saw the picture you posted yesterday i recognised the reel immediately! Yours has the fancy gold bits though..... We'll do some French leader how to stuff very soon!

[@simonjones1467]

@@IBandAndyFishing Cheers guys great minds think alike so they say lol

[@IBandAndyFishing]

I really hope you don't think the same things that I do - nobody needs that in their life 🙈🤣 We were talking about a Dee trip earlier, anywhere in particular rocking so far?

[@simonjones1467]

@@IBandAndyFishing the run pool above the old bridge and St Davids Berwyn Arms and Below is producing St Davids is tough wading though unless low 💥

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Broken bridge?

[@iantrotman3832]

Fish welfare paramount at all times use a landing net no matter the size....

[@axelg4263]

Is not during in the times

[@janlendlperalta5017]

After 2 years, how's the reel? Do you still have it with you?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

We still use it, it's absolutely fine 😊

[@janlendlperalta5017]

@@IBandAndyFishing oh wow!! No rust at all too!?? I am amazed, considering it came from wish

[@bluerapper1]

Can you do a fly line from wish review?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

Definitely something coming up along those lines!

[@frankjuul3213]

dont get the bearings wet it will rust away in no time

[@Hi-di6fd]

Using wish fly gear for ever, never had issues.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

The reel is still going strong too!

[@philiprobbins8835]

Maybe I might hold of on buying that new hardy reel. 🤔

[@IBandAndyFishing]

It won't feel as special as a hardy though will it?!

[@matkel1042]

Hold off buy one of these nonsense to spend hundreds for something you can buy for 20-40 bucks, it’s seriously crap how much fly shops charge for their products, just like the marine market, stuff is marked at 200-400% above what it cost to make. To many products with to little producers and a huge market, it’s good and fine for the manufactures but I’m a big believer in quality affordable products

[@cowboy915100]

The brand gotuer is actually pronounced got you!

[@IBandAndyFishing]

The reel is still going strong!

[@peterchessell28]

It,s goture pronounced goture .

[@joshuavanscoyk9404]

What are your feelings now on this reel?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

We still use it and love it!

[@scotsmaninthephilippines1659]

Hi! Thanks for this video review of a Wish product. How about trying out one of their rods. I'm a budget fisher as I fish 2 weeks a year, as you may gather, so I'm on a budget for fly fishing as opposed to deep sea stuff. A review would be much appreciate as I have no tackle shops locally that know any more than a price tag

[@IBandAndyFishing]

did you check our cheap ebay rod review?

[@67adamd]

@@IBandAndyFishing cheap e bay rod review

[@williammcdonald8051]

Why test a cheap reel if you are never going to recommend it to your viewers. They will probably buy it anyway. I am more interested in your net and net clip. How about a video on that?

[@IBandAndyFishing]

we filmed a video on how to make the net here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqfMp2utmKaHjJI

[@williammcdonald8051]

@@IBandAndyFishing Excellent video. Thank You. Could you explain exactly how you clip your net to your body. It looks so easy to unclip and fasten again.

[@saulcervantesga]

Hello nice video

[@warrenc5013]

that reel is a pos. I tested it and I catch a lot of big fish. I put them to the reel. the reel broke after 3 months. tested another same thing. don't waste your money and time

[@stephenwelham]

Why ? review a fly and say it's value for money then get a bout of conscience and start telling anglers to support their local tackle shop if you feel that strongly don't review budget mail order reel's

[@IBandAndyFishing]

We were assuming it was going to be rubbish!

[@nunomascarenhasribeiro]

40 pounds in 2023….

[@jonatherton]

This reel is awesome, please don't buy it! What a joke.

[@IBandAndyFishing]

You ok hun?

[@duncanmit5307]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜👍👍👍👍👍

[@nathandobbs428]

1st view and like 😂👍

[@IBandAndyFishing]

You're quick off the draw Nathan, I'll give you that!

[@kenmare16]

You can buy these unbranded on Ebay or Aliexpress, postage paid direct from the factory and also with spare spools. I have a 9/10 (really a 7/8) with a couple of spare spools. Reel foot screws came loose but were easily fixed with a screw driver and some Lock Tight. Brilliant value and service.

[@kenmare16]

You can buy these unbranded on Ebay or Aliexpress, postage paid direct from the factory and also with spare spools. I have a 9/10 (really a 7/8) with a couple of spare spools. Reel foot screws came loose but were easily fixed with a screw driver and some Lock Tight. Brilliant value and service.