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Maxcatch AVID Fly Reel, CNC-Machined Aluminum, Mid-Arbor
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Mid-arbor fly reel with CNC-machined aluminum body and smooth hybrid drag for freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.
This is the 9/10 weight size of the Maxcatch Avid fly reel, a match for heavier fly rods used on larger fish. It has a CNC-machined aluminum body with an anodized finish, a mid-arbor spool and a hybrid cork and Teflon drag with a one-way clutch bearing. The reel is ambidextrous, so the retrieve can be switched to suit either hand.
Best for
- Saltwater inshore fly fishing
- Trout and bass on single-hand rods
- Anglers fishing moving water
Skip if
- You fish delicate presentations on small trout; a lighter reel reduces wrist fatigue
- You need a large-arbor spool for high-speed line pickup
Strengths
- Patent-pending drag provides smooth engagement across numbered settings
- Mid-arbor spool balances backing capacity with rapid line pickup
- Ambidextrous design suits both right- and left-hand retrieval
Trade-offs
- Mid-arbor design holds less backing than large-arbor reels
- No waterproofing specified; regular freshwater rinsing extends life
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fly reel |
|---|---|
| Spool type | Mid-arbor |
| Drag system | Hybrid cork and teflon disc |
| Bearing | One-way clutch |
| Material | CNC-machined aluminum |
| Hand orientation | Ambidextrous |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Maxcatch AVID Fly Reel, CNC-Machined Aluminum, Mid-Arbor | Color:Matte Black | Suits:— |
| Maxcatch AVID Fly Reel, 1/3wt, Matte Black | Color:Matte Black | Suits:— |
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