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HEAVY FLY REELS Reviews

Battenkill Large Arbor Big Game Reel
Overall Rating: 4.893 out of 5
"Just a fantastic all around reel. Looks great, has amazing drag, and can hold loads of line. I primarily use it for Steelies in ID but this spring and summer i will try and find some bigger bass and"...(read full reviews)
Battenkill Bar Stock Reels
Overall Rating: 4.694 out of 5
"I own every size and a couple in certain sizes. Like the lightweight and have not had one to fail me. Best value reel on the market."...(read full reviews)
Vortex VO2 Disc Drag Fly Reel
Overall Rating: 4.625 out of 5
"I upgraded to the VO2 after wearing out the drag on a lesser reel on big bonefish. The cork drag featured on the VO2 sounded like just the ticket. On the reel's maiden voyage this morning, I hooked"...(read full reviews)
Battenkill Disc Drag Fly Reel
Overall Rating: 4.6 out of 5
"I started fly fishing in 1989. Since then, I have had several Orvis rods. Almost every rod I have purchased has been outfitted with the Battenkill Disc Drag Reel. I have purchased the 3/4, 5/6, and"...(read full reviews)
Battenkill Mid Arbor Fly Reel
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5
"This is my favorite reel out of all of the reels I have fished with. It has a wonderful sound and a silky-smooth, reliable drag. One of my favorite things about the reel is the drag knob. It's truly"...(read full reviews)
Battenkill Bar Stock Disc Drag Fly Reel
Overall Rating: 4.492 out of 5
"I needed a reel to match a sage 3 wt, and the barstock is a winner. it is ultra light, has a great drag system, and has an old fashioned feel anyone can enjoy. thanks for a great product!"...(read full reviews)
Clearwater Fly Reels
Overall Rating: 4.324 out of 5
"i purchased the Clearwater III reel at the beginning of the season and it looks, feels, and works wonderfully. I currently have 5-wt and will be purchasing a spare spool for use with 7-wt. It has"...(read full reviews)