Fly reels used to play second fiddle to rods, at least in the fly-fishing world. Volumes have been written about the nuances of bamboo, fiberglass, and graphite fly rods. But the reel? “It’s just a ...

Fly reels for trout fishing serve two main roles: 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 ...

Vladimir Rachenko is a former aerospace engineer with a passion for fly fishing—so much so that twenty years ago, he transferred his skills from aerospace to making fly reels. His goal was to focus on ...

When it comes to my own fly-fishing gear, I can have a hard time getting excited about reels. I’m constantly amazed by the advances in fly-rod technology. Same goes for the imagination and ingenuity ...

Anglers specializing in fly fishing, may be interested in a new next-generation fly fishing real created by the team of engineers at Taylor. The Series-1 reel carries the tradition of the T1 and ...

If you’re looking to buy a high-quality fly fishing reel, you have lots of choice, and there’s certainly no need to spend a fortune. However, modern reels offer a number of options, and understanding ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. Montana holds a revered place in the hearts and minds of fly anglers the world over. The state's ...

In fly fishing, the rod is the rock star. It gets all the attention when you’re bragging about the big one from your last trip. On the other hand, reels are the unsung heroes. They’re the studio ...

Fly fishing is an old and classic pastime, but in many ways no different from other industries. Sporting goods companies continually innovate and release new gear, driving consumers to buy the latest ...