Fly fishing reels are very popular amongst anglers and there are 2 things that help to make one fishing reel stand out from the others. Drag plays an important part so it is important to get a reel with a good drag system. This varies from reel to reel and some systems are easier to use than others, so ultimatly it is down to personal preference.

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The other is to check that the reel will be able to hold the strain of the fish you intend to catch, and a lot of people intend on hooking some crackers. The specifications will be clear on the intended maximum strain and while the reel is usually capable of going higher, you stick to the guideline amounts.

Fly fishing reels can often be more expensive than other types, because they mostly come with metal parts. If you are looking at a reel with plastic on it, these can often break or get warped easily so look at alternative reels that are all metal. Graphite is a cheaper alternative too, and can stand up to a lot of things.