Jonn Graham Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 I am looking for a 5 weight fly reel to go along with my new 5 weight rod. I would prefer a reel that is gold or silver in color. I cannot afford new right now, so if anyone has a nice shiney, used reel that they want to unload at a fair price, please let me know. I am not partial to any brand or type. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg C Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 First, there are those that will tell you that you don't need a drag. My answer is an uequivical....WHATEVER!! If you can afford it, get it. It CAN'T hurt. Even if you don't need it all of the time, you MIGHT need it sometime!! And, that's when you will appreciate it. How many guys fishing for smallies will hook into the occasional pike, or stiper? You will certainly appreciate it then!! That said... A G Loomis Venture fly reel is $99, new. If anyone is letting go of one, they are a decent reel with a smooth drag. Sorry, I don't have one for sale myself. Phlueger Trion & President reels go for $125-$170, and are good reels for the money too. Then there is the Sciera XDP. I don't know a lot about this one, as it is realatively new. But, the spec look good, and it runs $139-$149. Mostly, though....I would recommend the Cabela's SLA fly reels. VERY nice. VERY light. Voted by F & S 2006 Best of the Best!! Priced right, too at $90-$120 ON SALE NOW!! They are ordinarily $165-$195. Cabela's SLA reel CRAP!!!...now I've got to buy one...Thanks Jonn!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted September 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 That Cabelas reel looks mighty fine. Problem is the $$$ is a little tight right now at home due to my wife having her job eliminated. I was hoping to find an ISA member that had a used reel they did not use anymore and would like to unload it for a good price. Hopefully somebody can help me out (hint hint). My five weight rod is looking for a companion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted September 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 WOW! You mean to tell me there is not a fly fisherman out there who is in need of a new five weight reel and does not want to sell their old one??? Fly fishermen must hold on to their stuff forever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 Jonn - most of the fly nuts I know have too much gear but can't part with any of it. Next blowout should present some possibilities, in the meantime call Eric at Coren's rod & reel 773/631-5202. He sells some used tackle on consignment & may have what you are looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 Jonn, Ross,a well regarded reel mfr.,sells a Ross Flystart #2 reel for $45.Comes in black or titanium.Nice looking reel for the money.Sold by Cabelas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skjordan Posted September 17, 2008 Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 I am looking for a 5 weight fly reel to go along with my new 5 weight rod. So Jonn...are you taking up trout fishing now????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted September 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2008 Trout...............what are those? I no longer need a five weight reel. Got a sweet deal from my online dealer in Ohio. A deal no flyfisherman could pass up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg C Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 And...so...you got....what? C'mon, you can tell us. A Tibor for $50? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted September 23, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2008 I got a Redington platinum colored CD reel. Regular price is $130. I was able to get the reel with backing and Rio Mainstream line shipped to my door for $95. Could not pass it up. Very nice reel. Might be a little too fancy for a neophyte fly fisherman like myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted September 23, 2008 Report Share Posted September 23, 2008 Since this is on the "For Sale" forum I guess I can blow my pie hole. Let's see... Jonn has surgery on hos right hand and has taken up fly fishing... I see a sucker bet coming up..... Jonn, how soon can we get out.....? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg C Posted September 23, 2008 Report Share Posted September 23, 2008 I have that Rio Mainstream line on my 3wt. Very nice line. Gee...uuhhh...Jim sure is taking Jonn's conversion pretty hard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted September 23, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2008 Jim: Just got my stitches out yesterday. I have already been fishing a few times. Fly fishing is still hard on my hand as the cork handle rests right against the incision. Casting and spinning reel/rod combos are ok. Let me know when we are going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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