By Brian M. Kelly
Brian M. Kelly
With growing popularity of fly fishing, there is a wealth of good, affordable reels for anglers to choose from.
Cabelas Three Forks
This lightweight reel packs a punch for the price. Built from sturdy graphite, the Three Forks offers a smooth disc drag and a large arbor for quick line pick up. The suggested price is $39.99 as of September 2009.
Pflueger Medalist 1400
Pflueger has a strong reputation for building fine fly fishing tackle, and the Medalist 1400 is no exception. This reel boasts a precision aluminum alloy frame and externally adjustable drag. The suggested price is $24.99.
Okuma Magnitude
This high-performance fly reel is cast from lightweight magnesium with a durable powder coat finish. The stainless steel and Teflon drag resist corrosion and provide a smooth drag needed to land big trout. The suggested price is $64.99.
Ross Flystart
This might be an entry-level Ross Reel, but it packs features such as a housing made from aircraft-grade aluminum and self-lubricating synthetic drag system. This reel fishes like those at twice the price. The suggested price is $55.
Cabelas Prestige Plus
From the lightweight-cast aluminum spool to the smooth disc drag that features a cork drag washer, this value-priced reel has all the features a fly fishing angler needs. The suggested price is $49.99.
About The Author
Brian M. Kelly has been freelance writing since 2003. His work has been published in respected outdoor magazines such as Outdoor Life, Great Lakes Angler and Salmon Trout Steelheader. He holds an associate's degree in automated machine design from Macomb College.
