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Post by pikey1 on May 13, 2006 4:53:27 GMT -5
Hi ,
Just a quick question I'm looking for a fly reel and wondered if any one could advise me. I want a 7/8# size reel to be used for small to medium size waters, I am considering the Vision Koma or the Greys GRX any advice much appreciated
Pikey1
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Post by GarethL on May 13, 2006 6:01:32 GMT -5
I've got the Vision Koma, awesome reel! And a great deal at 60 quid!
That said though, the GRX is even cheaper, and is supposed to be good reel in it's own right. Not tried it though.....
...sorry pikey1, think I may just be confusing you here! haha I'd go with the Koma though.
G
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Post by 3lbgrayling on May 13, 2006 6:10:17 GMT -5
grx good reel good price.orvis rocky mountain.good reel good price.okuma integrity good reel good price.i have all these reels they all do a good job.'my preference' rocky mountain.
jim
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Post by westcountryboy on May 13, 2006 6:36:47 GMT -5
Do you want a reel that you can buy loads of spools cheaply or will you need one reel for one line?
TobyM
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Post by pikey1 on May 13, 2006 7:22:14 GMT -5
Hi I am fairly new to fly fishing so I don't really know what type of gear to buy, I am currently using an old leeda rimfly reel I was given and a Shimano #7/8 rod. Cheers
Pikey1
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Post by 3lbgrayling on May 13, 2006 7:37:34 GMT -5
i recommend the rocky mountain comes with spare spool and new spools are £7
jim
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Post by flyfisher100 on May 13, 2006 7:41:02 GMT -5
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Post by rrw35 on May 13, 2006 13:17:54 GMT -5
The Scierra IC3 seems great value. £50 for reel, 3 spare spools and a carry case.
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Post by Troutmagnet on May 13, 2006 13:42:23 GMT -5
Nothing wrong with the Rimfly i use some and they last forever buy more useful tackle like lines or a decent rod, good leader matarial or Polarised glasses as they are things you do need.
Mind you i suppose everyones different so ignore me if you want but it wont make a difference to your catch rate thats what im trying to say.
Troutmagnet
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Post by mesajoe on May 14, 2006 10:05:08 GMT -5
I have the Vison Koma, capacity is Ok, but not brilliant (so use very thin backing like the Orvis backing or just accpet that you won't have much backing), I find it pretty heavy compared to other reels (6.2 oz if memory serves me right), the finish is flaking off on the corners, but it was a good price, including a spare spool and I bought it with two Vision Attack fly lines for £80 (the floating is good, the intermediate is not so good) and I have caught many fish with this reel, which is what counts in the end.
I think the competition has caught up, and there are more reels in the Koma price range now, than when I bought my reel.
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Post by lynbuell on May 14, 2006 10:33:11 GMT -5
Have the okuma airframe...and about 15 spools so can recommed it fully...very cheap and the drag works..£25 for a reel and spools at £7
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Post by bigfisher on May 14, 2006 11:54:56 GMT -5
i have the orvis rocky mountain and have never had any trouble with it , as 3lb said quite cheap too
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Post by narfish on May 15, 2006 5:09:55 GMT -5
I would suggest either the Rocky Mountain or the GRX or GTX reels as they are cartridge systems enabling you to have one reel that can take a whole choice of lines. For example the GRX and GTX come with three cartridges so you could, as a relative beginner have floating, intermediate and sinking line available on the one reel, which would cover you in most situations. Orvis Rocky Mountain:  Greys GRX (left) and GTX (right):  Chris |
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Post by andye on May 15, 2006 7:13:59 GMT -5
As a newcomer to fly fishing I too have the Greys GRX 7/8 with several spools holding different lines.
My question is, if I wanted to try river fishing with lighter tackle. i.e. a 4 or 5 weight rod and line, can I still use the same reel and just buy a new spool? Why would I have to use a 4/5 weight reel ?
Thanks,
Andy
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Post by narfish on May 15, 2006 7:34:50 GMT -5
The only issue there really is rod balance I would think, as the 7/8 weight reel and th 5/6 weight are quite a different size. Since you are down sizing, then there will be plenty of room on your reel to take lighter line, you just may have to put a little more backing on (although I doubt it.)
If you already have the lighter weight rod, attach the reel on with the heavier line and see how the rod balances in the hand. I know it seems like a little thing but it is quite important as balance will affect your casting and therefore presentation.
There is also the feeling that a whopping reel on a say <9' rod looks vaguely ridiculous!! If you want I can post a picture comparing how much smaller the 5/6 weight is.
Chris
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