Anglers can opt for a floating line, intermediate sinking line, or full sink line in varying weights depending on the fishing scenario and application. Streamer fishing provides an opportunity to use a wide variety of fly lines. If you’re considering a Vaya or any other Abel reel for that matter, be sure to check out the new Casey Underwood Edition Reels that have some epic artwork on them. We recently took a trip to the Mayfly Headquarters in Montrose, CO to see just how this beautiful reel is made, click HERE for more information and photos from the tour. Available in 4/5, 5/6, and 7/8, there’s a reel to meet the needs of any multi-species angler. The Abel Vaya is another great option for anglers that want a reel that can cross between fresh and saltwater applications. The Vaya 5/6 getting it down on the Colorado River. If you’re looking for a great trout reel for streamer season that you can also take to the bonefish flats, look no further. Photo: Ross Reels LTX is no stranger to big fish and is capable of both fresh and saltwater applications. The Evo LTX is a reliable reel for every situation. If you’re interested in the San Miguel, check out our full breakdown HERE. Pair the San Miguel with the new Scott Centric fast action rod for a world-class setup. The new flagship model from Ross Reels, the San Miguel, is a thing of beauty and comes with a sealed carbon/stainless drag system. The fully ported San Miguel in the 5/6 Model is a go-to reel for streamer rigs. If you’re new to streamer fishing, or always looking for an excuse to pick up some new gear, consider adding one of the following reels to upgrade your streamer kit. Having a reel with a strong, smooth drag will help you play large fish quickly and with confidence yet still protect lighter tippets when called upon. Reelsįly reels and drag are an increasingly important aspect of your fishing set up as you begin to target larger fish with bigger fly patterns. Pair a fast action rod with one of the reels below and you’ll be ready to chuck meat all day to aggressive buck browns. Most rods in the 6-8wt category will have the option of a fighting butt which is a worthwhile feature to have on any streamer rod. Lastly, The Sage Igniter is a purpose-built rod for ultra-technical conditions and can carry large amounts of line, perfect for casting full sink lines streamers with into stiff headwinds. Some great options to consider for streamer rods are the G-Loomis IMX-PRO, Sage Payload, Orvis Helios 3D, or the BRAND NEW Scott Centric. Throwing streamers all day can be tiresome so choosing a fast action rod that’s lightweight is your best bet. New for 2020, the Scott Centric replaced the Radian as the manufacturer’s flagship trout rod. If you fish a weighted, full-sink line, you’ll need a rod that can easily carry the heavy line to accurately deliver your fly. Another aspect to consider when choosing a streamer rod is the type of line you’ll be using (more on that shortly). You’ll want enough backbone to throw a large fly (or even two flies) into a stiff wind. The tactics and patterns you employ are an important consideration. Fishing streamers on lighter weight rods is feasible if you want to throw smaller patterns but you’ll likely need the added power of a 6 to 9wt to throw large articulated patterns.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |