In these and most other modern fly-fishing scenarios, a durable reel with a dependable drag can make all the difference. Other qualities, like a reel’s weight, design, and aesthetics — how the reel ...

I wanted a reel with plenty of backing capacity and a simple drag-knob system for adjustments on the fly. So, did this budget ... with a more dense and precompressed cork material that increased ...

To hold your fly line and backing and to have a drag capable of tiring out a fish during a fight. Pairing the right reel with your fly rod will help get the most out of your setup. As a combo ...

Still, we’re almost always hoping to hook a big fish, and when we succeed, you’ll want the best fly reel possible; one with a smooth drag is key to bringing the fish to hand. If an angry multi ...

Modern reels consist of a round spool with a handle that attaches to a reel frame, which features a pair of friction plates that create what’s known as “drag ... cork rod handle. This is known as ...

The best fly ... drag, something you might not find on a lower-end kit. This high-quality package has several different options to fit you and your home water. It includes a rod, reel, fly line ...

Fly anglers can be a sentimental ... the patina on the reel's frame, the smooth whir of well-worn gears, the satisfying click of the drag. These are the marks of time, of history, and of experience.