WTB Fly reel

[Ifisherkid]

I got start 6/7 wt fly rod and reel combo but I am not a huge fan of the reel, mainly just because it has no drag. Ive never fished for steelhead/salmon/bass on the fly but I think a drag would be nice.

All I am looking for is one that is 6/7/8 wt. WITH a drag. Perferably nice, and inexpensive.

Thanks

[358norma]

Originally Posted by Ifisherkid

I got start 6/7 wt fly rod and reel combo but I am not a huge fan of the reel, mainly just because it has no drag. Ive never fished for steelhead/salmon/bass on the fly but I think a drag would be nice.

All I am looking for is one that is 6/7/8 wt. WITH a drag. Perferably nice, and inexpensive.

Thanks

Google fly shop closeouts. Lots of great deals on lamson and orvis reels.

[notellem creek]

I have mostly all hardy or similar reels that have no drag. It's a blast to fish! Use your palm for more drag. Click and pawl reels that have loud drags are the best!

Go fish the reel you have and I bet when you get a fish to rip some line off you will change your mind

[Chedster]

Pick up an Okuma SLV. Solid drag that can handle steelhead. You should be able to find them around at shops for $40 or so.

[Ifisherkid]

Notellem, im new to fly fishing so I would perfer to just have one with a drag...for now. This reel is REALLY loose, I cant manage to pick it up without getting tangled in the fly line lol :backlaugh:

Im thinking something hopefully around 20$.
Thanks for the input guys.

[Ifisherkid]

Went to cabelas and they had an 8wt combo 4 peice, looked nice for 40 $$$ The one I got was 35. I dont think its as nice though.

P.S If anyone wants to buy/trade for the old reel I will trade for anything fly fishing/fly tying related.