Picks for Best Fly Reels

While much focus is given to the rod, fly reels are often overlooked yet equally important. They are “the studio musicians to the rock star” writes Ed Estlow on Gear Patrol, as he outlines his five picks for best fly reels: honors going to the Abel Super 9/10N, Ross F1, Hardy Lightweight, Pflueger Medalist, and Saracione Deluxe II Trout.