The Echo Bravo is Echo’s top-of-the-line fly reel, which might shock you when you see its low price! This budget reel offers both beginners and seasoned flats anglers a capable tool that competes in performance with reels double or triple its price. While it may not feature fancy anodized color options or a big, ergonomic handle, we see tons of value in it and think it’s worth considering for an affordable addition to your salt quiver.
Keep reading to learn more about the Echo Bravo and what makes it a compelling choice for your first – or next – saltwater fly reel.
The BFN (Big Fly Narrow) fly reel from Seigler is the latest iteration of the BF (Big Fly) reel, which has been a popular big-game offering from Seigler over the past year. The BFN combines the BF’s large arbor design with a narrower spool width, resulting in extremely quick line pickup. Additionally, Seigler’s lever drag system is a unique alternative to traditional drag knobs, which many anglers will find easier to use. Overall, this is a compelling USA-made package, primarily designed for saltwater flats anglers. Read on to learn more about the Seigler BFN in our full review.
Shilton has a longstanding reputation in South Africa for producing solid, trustworthy saltwater reels. Only recently have more western anglers begun to choose Shilton’s for their big-game pursuits, and we hope that trend continues. Today, we’ll examine the Shilton SL fly reel, a mid-range cork drag reel from Shilton that offers some impressive features at a reasonable price. Keep reading to learn more about this saltwater-specific reel from Shilton.
The Sage Click fly reel series has been around for quite some time, and since its introduction not much has changed. The current iteration of this click-and-pawl reel features a classic clicker feel with modern technical attributes which we have come to expect from Sage. Today, we’ll examine the Sage Click, a fun reel that combines old-school technology with some high-performance features.
The Greys Tital is the new “all-water” big game fly reel from Greys. As we’ve come to expect with Greys fly reels, the Tital offers great features at an affordable price. We found many reasons to like the new Tital, and a few drawbacks, too. Keep reading to learn more about the Greys Tital, and why it might be one of the best values in its price category.
Like its predecessor, the Remix S features a machined frame with a cast spool and solid performance for its price point. While Lamson did improve some minor details like aesthetics and drag knob size, no significant upgrades were made in this new model. Overall, we were left wondering if the new Remix S is worth its increased price tag, considering its few advantages over the budget-friendly Liquid S. Keep reading to learn why we found the new Remix S to be stuck between a budget reel and a high-performance mid-priced reel.
Here at Trident, we are longtime fans of the Lamson Liquid reel series. Having used them as demo reels for years, we were especially excited to get our hands on the new iteration of the Liquid: the Liquid S. Lamson fanatics will be happy to hear that the best features of the Liquid carry through in this new model; it’s affordable and it performs great. As you’ll learn below, Lamson also made some significant upgrades to the new Liquid, including improved ergonomics and a sleek facelift.
Greys is a household name in the UK, but more and more North American anglers are becoming familiar with their solid, value-minded lineup. The Greys Fin fly reel is the new entry-level reel from Greys, offering plenty of performance for a reasonable price. Check out our detailed review to see what we thought of the new Greys Fin.
The Ross Evolution series is a longtime crowd-pleaser due to its durable nature, solid performance, and excellent machining. The new Ross Evolution LTX fly reel stays true to that ethos while improving some key features that are sure to please Ross aficionados. Read on to learn more about this dependable freshwater reel.
The Greys Tail fly reel is the latest mid-range reel offered by Greys, and like others in their lineup, this model seems to cater to euro-nymphing and trout spey audiences particularly well. Designed for anglers who crave solid performance and affordability, the Tail is an intriguing middle-of-the-road tool worth exploring. Check out our full review below to learn more about the Greys Tail.
