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Abel Launches New Reel
Notching up the technology of their successful 7/8N reel, Abel Reels has announced the release of their new 9/10N. Made with cold-rolled aluminum for increased strength, a stainless steel sealed cartridge outgoing click mechanism, and a pure cork drag, the … more
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Derek DeYoung Brook Trout Finish Now Offered on all Abel Reels
A representation of a brook trout is now available on Abel Reels by Montana artist Derek DeYoung. The hand-painted DeYoung brook trout flank pattern is priced at $200 over the standard cost of any reel, with the option of a … more
Seattle Magazine Awards Sage “Small Manufacturer of the Year”
Sage Manufacturing won the Small Manufacturer of the Year award handed out annually by Seattle Business magazine. From a field of over 200 entrants, Sage was selected because of its “ongoing commitment and dedication to innovation, excellence of manufacturing and … more
Temple Fork Outfitters Offers New “Finesse Half Weight” Rods, Click-Pawl Reels
The folks over at Temple Fork Outfitters have some new little rods and reels out. According to the company: “For most of us, it wasn’t on expansive waterways or endless oceans where our passion for fly fishing evolved. More likely, … more
Ross Reels to Stay in Montrose
Montrose, CO has agreed a deal to keep Ross Reels in the city for the next five years. The deal will will pay 3M, Ross Reel’s parent, $20,000 annually over the next two years, while the county will provide $25,000 for … more
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Fly Gear for Landing Massive Lake Trout
Ever daydream about catching a 40-inch, 25-30lb trout on a fly? Now’s the time if you live anywhere near a large body of water with big lake trout in it. Don’t think about rolling up with your typical trout rod and … more
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Tibor Reels Takes 2011 IGFA World Record Achievement Award
For the 8th time, Tibor Reels has been awarded the International Game Fish Association’s World Record Achievement Award for most world records set on their tackle in the fly division. With 28 new world records taken on Tibor gear in … more
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Sage 3800 Carbon Fiber Fly Reel Explained
Rick Mikesell of Trout’s Fly Fishing explains some of the features of the Sage 3800CF fly reel, including the carbon fiber spool, floating tripod drag system, and machined aluminum cage. The reel retails from $260 for a 5-6 weight and … more
Imago Fly Fishing CEO Talks Product Testing
John Zerihoun, CEO of Imago Fly Fishing, talks about his company’s thought process on product testing and how that relates to the new generation of anglers by “mimicking and replicating the style of the modern fly fisherman.”
