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Sougayilang · Fly Reels
Sougayilang Large Arbor Fly Reel, 5/6 wt, 2+1 Bearing, Aluminum
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- Item weight
- 0.33 Pounds
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A CNC-machined aluminum fly reel with large arbor and ball bearing drag, sized for trout and small salmon.
A large-arbor fly reel with a CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum body and spool, sized for 5/6 weight lines. It runs on two stainless ball bearings plus a one-way roller bearing with a 1:1 gear ratio and a click drag, and weighs about 0.33 pounds. The ambidextrous frame can be switched between left and right retrieve, which suits trout, grayling and other freshwater fly fishing.
Best for
- Trout streams and small rivers
- Salmon and steelhead in moderate currents
- Fly fishers who want light, responsive feel
Skip if
- You need saltwater protection
- You fish small creeks and hand-line
Strengths
- Large arbor design retrieves line quickly and smoothly
- Lightweight aluminum construction
- Corrosion-resistant anodized finish
- Ball bearing drag engages one direction only
Trade-offs
- Maximum drag of 20 lb is modest for large fish
- Not recommended for saltwater use
- Requires fly rod and fly line
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Salmon & steelhead
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fly reel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5/6 wt |
| Arbor | Large arbor design |
| Bearings | 2+1 ball bearings |
| Gear ratio | 1:1 |
| Material | CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum alloy |
| Drag | 9.07 kg (20 lb) max |
| Line capacity | 20 lb backing - 100 to 125 yds |
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