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We talk with Abel VP Jeff Patterson about the brand's popular new fly reel, the Abel Vaya. The Vaya comes with a huge variety of cosmetic customization options and features a graphite/stainless drag stack, double pawl click, and large arbor. Learn more about the Abel Vaya series fly reel Excerpts from Our Live Conversation Marshall Cutchin Hi everybody...

Have a question you want answered? Email it to us at [email protected]. Question: What is the proper way to adjust the drag on a fly reel? And how do you go about making sure it’s set properly before you fish? Sylvia P., via email Answer: The role that your reel’s drag plays in any fishing situation varies widely: You don’t need drag at all for...