What up with large arbor fly reels?
Large arbor fly reels help to bring in the big fish.
Are there really any advantages to having a large arbor fly reel verses a traditional size reel? There sure are and the reasons are many. There really are 5 basic reason to use a large arbor fly reel:
1. Obviously, since these fly reels have a large arbor you get a faster retrieve which means when that fish is either tiring out or making a run toward you, you are able to retrieve the line faster.
2. This type of fly reel gives you faster retrieve without complicating things with gears and whatnot making maintenance easier.
3. As you use the large arbor fly reel, you will realize that your line doesn’t spool as bad making for easier casting and reeling. Its also easier not to get knots in you tippet and leader because of less spooling.
4. Being able to reel in the fish is a slower process which gives you more control of the fish, more power when palming the reel.
5. Generally speaking, the large arbor fly reels have better drag systems giving you a more consistent and greater drag pressure. This always helps to land the bigger fish.
I hope these 5 reasons have helped you to be able to make a wise choice in choosing your reel. I know this is why you primarily see the guides and pros using this type and if they choose large arbor fly reels, that should tell you what’s the best. Check out what we list on our fly fishing reels page.