{"title":"Tarpon Fly Reels","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop tarpon fly reels: powerful sealed drags and big backing capacity to fight tarpon from the first jump to the boat, and to stop giant trevally too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarpon Fly Reels Quick Picks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest all-around premium reel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hatch-iconic-large-arbor-fly-reel\"\u003eHatch Iconic Large Arbor Fly Reel\u003c\/a\u003e - Our best-selling big-fish reel combines a carbon-filled drag with outstanding stopping power and an open design that dries fast between sessions on the skiff. Sizes run up to the 11+, and Hatch built the Iconic to handle anything up to offshore billfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest dedicated 12wt tarpon reel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nautilus-silver-king-fly-reel\"\u003eNautilus Silver King Fly Reel\u003c\/a\u003e - The 12wt version of the CCF-X2, designed to be the lightest 5-inch big game reel in the world. Made for tarpon and other big game targets, with the extra weight to balance a heavy rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest value for serious drag:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/orvis-ratio-fly-reel\"\u003eOrvis Ratio Fly Reel\u003c\/a\u003e - Orvis's highest-performing saltwater reel uses a fully sealed carbon-stainless drag that produces up to 16 pounds of pressure, with indexed adjustment for easy fine-tuning. Sizes cover line weights 5 through 14.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for giant tarpon and GT:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mako-9600-large-fly-reel\"\u003eMako 9600 Large Fly Reel\u003c\/a\u003e - Rated 10 to 12 weight with room for 330 to 440 yards of braid behind a WF10, plus a fully sealed carbon fiber drag and a calibrated one-turn-stop knob. Built for the fish that gets one honest run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Tarpon Fly Reels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrag Power and a Clean Startup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTarpon are a test of the whole drag system. The first run after the eat is fast and violent, then the fish jumps, changes direction and settles into a long, heavy fight. You want a \u003cstrong\u003esealed drag\u003c\/strong\u003e that comes up to speed smoothly from a standstill, because any hesitation at startup can pop the tippet or the shock leader when a fish surges. Plenty of top-end drag also matters for the later part of the fight. Reels like the Orvis Ratio, rated up to 16 pounds, and the Nautilus GTX, at over 25 pounds, publish serious maximum drag numbers, and that extra pressure is what lets you put real heat on a big fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeat and Long Fights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drag turns a running fish's energy into heat, and a 100-pound tarpon or a big GT can generate a lot of it. Larger drag surfaces spread that heat out so the drag stays consistent through a long fight instead of fading or getting jumpy. That is why big game reels like the Mako 9600 and the Nautilus GTX are built around large, fully sealed drags rather than saved ounces. For baby tarpon and smaller resident fish, heat is far less of a concern, and a lighter reel will be more pleasant to cast all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBacking Capacity and Line Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost anglers fish \u003cstrong\u003e10-12wt rods for adult tarpon\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 7-9wt outfits for baby tarpon in the mangroves. Behind a tarpon line, plan on \u003cstrong\u003eat least 200-250 yards of backing\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more for migratory fish in open water or for GT. A \u003cstrong\u003elarge arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e spool helps you gain line back quickly when a fish turns toward the boat, which happens constantly after jumps. Check the reel's listed capacity against the line and backing you plan to use, since gel spun and braided backings let you fit more yards on the same spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrame Strength for Heavy Rods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTarpon and GT reels take a lot of abuse: heavy drag settings, boat decks, and long runs to the next flat with salt spray flying. A rigid, well-finished frame keeps the spool running true under load. Machined aluminum frames with hard anodizing, like the Shilton SR's 6082 T6 aluminum with a Type II finish, are the standard here. The Hardy Zane Carbon takes a different route, using a hybrid carbon fiber and aluminum frame to save weight without giving up rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOn-the-Water Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFight the fish fast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the drag and low, side rod angles to keep pressure on. Shorter fights are better for the tarpon's recovery and give sharks less time to find it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBow to the jump:\u003c\/strong\u003e When a tarpon goes airborne, push the rod toward the fish to put slack in the line for a moment so the fish can't break the tippet or throw the hook on the way down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet your drag before you pole up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pull line off the reel with a scale or by hand and set the drag before the first shot, not when a fish is already running.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the reel clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the reel with fresh water after every day on the water and dry it with the spool removed before you pack it away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tarpon-fly-rods\"\u003eTarpon Fly Rods\u003c\/a\u003e - Powerful 10-12wt rods with the butt strength to lift and turn big fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tarpon-flies\"\u003eTarpon Flies\u003c\/a\u003e - Toads, worm hatch patterns, baitfish and other proven tarpon flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fly-line-backing\"\u003eFly Line Backing\u003c\/a\u003e - High-capacity Dacron and gel spun backing to fill a big game spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fly-fishing-leaders\"\u003eFly Fishing Leaders\u003c\/a\u003e - Tarpon leaders and shock tippet built for abrasive mouths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarpon Fly Reels FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What size reel do I need for tarpon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e For adult tarpon, choose a reel matched to a 10-12wt rod. A 12wt reel is the classic choice for large migratory fish, while an 11wt or 10wt is common for mid-sized fish. For baby tarpon, a 7-9wt reel is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much backing do I need for tarpon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aim for at least 200-250 yards behind your fly line. Many anglers fishing big tarpon or giant trevally go with gel spun or braid to fit even more on the spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use the same reel for tarpon and giant trevally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The same 11-12wt reels that work for big tarpon are the standard choice for GT, since both fish call for a strong sealed drag, a rigid frame and lots of backing. Set the drag heavier for GT, which need to be stopped before they reach the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is a large arbor reel important for tarpon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It helps a lot. Tarpon often run straight at the boat after a jump, and a large arbor recovers line quickly so you can stay tight. It also makes long fights easier on your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bauer-slt-fly-reel","title":"Bauer SLT Fly Reel","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=R2RVUGA]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"R2RVUGA\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn all-new offering from Bauer, their SLT Reel brings high-quality performance in an ultra-tough and ultra-lightweight design that's ready for anything from 10-pound bonefish to true brutes like GTs and blackfin. At the heart of their SLT mission, Bauer begins by redesigning their tried-and-true clutch mechanism by adding additional power and maximizing what can be done with a totally sealed carbon fiber and stainless steel drag. Once they mastered the core of this reel, they didn't stop there. Bauer then fine-tuned things even further by adding an incremental drag adjustment, enhancing the knurling on the knob for even easier adjustment, and perfecting the porting to make things super lightweight while also allowing your backing to dry quickly in between salty outings. All of this was done while maintaining Bauer's long-standing statement of making the smoothest fly reel in the world. 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The porting also lets soaked backing dry between sessions rather than sitting against solid metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Calibrated One-Turn-Stop Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e - The full drag range lives inside a single rotation of an oversized indexed knob with a true one-turn stop, so you go from free spool to maximum in one motion instead of counting turns while a fish burns backing. Trident measured the travel as genuinely linear: about 4.6 pounds at a half turn against a 14.9 pound maximum, and 0.6 pounds with the knob fully backed off, which means the spool never actually free spools and overruns are not a concern. One honest caveat: the knob turns so easily that there is little tactile feedback, so unlike a stiffer drag you cannot feel where you are in the range. 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That distinction matters on a reel expected to live in salt spray, get dragged across a skiff deck and go months between deep cleanings. We stock the 9600 in the same three finishes Mako offers on this model: Matte Black, Matte Platinum on Black and Matte Turquoise on Black. All three are matte rather than gloss, which is the right call on a saltwater reel where a bright reel face is one more thing flashing at a fish in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Machined Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - Frame and spool are machined aluminum, produced to what Mako describes as the highest machining standards and level of polish, then hand assembled and individually calibrated before the reel leaves the shop. Machining rather than casting is what makes the rest of the reel possible: a sealed drag only stays sealed if the housing and the lip seals meet inside a very narrow band, and a quick-change spool only stays free of play if spool and spindle are cut to match each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - A fully sealed multidisc full-contact carbon fiber drag using Mako's button technology, which is aimed directly at start-up friction. The spool begins turning the instant a fish pulls rather than jolting against a stack that has set while the reel sat, and that first instant is where class tippet and hook holds are lost. Trident measured a maximum of 14.9 pounds on the 9600, which is ample for tarpon and enough to lean on a giant trevally over structure. More useful than the number is that all of it is usable: because the knob is so light to turn, you can reach 100 percent of the available drag with a wet hand mid fight, which is not true of every reel that quotes a bigger figure. The setting you dial holds through a long run instead of fading as the stack heats, and the clicker gives a clean note on the retrieve with a clearly differentiated outgoing sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Carbon fiber discs run inside a housing sealed by o-rings and proprietary carbon impregnated Teflon lip seals. Sealing is the entire point of a reel in this category: salt, sand and grit never reach the drag stack, so the pressure you calibrated in year one behaves the same in year ten without the reel ever being opened. Carbon fiber is the correct disc material here because it sheds the heat a long run generates without losing consistency as it warms, which is exactly what cork and many synthetic stacks fail to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 9600 is a large arbor reel and its retrieve rate is one of its strongest arguments. Loaded with 326 yards of 30 pound Dacron, Trident measured better than 12 inches of line pickup per turn, among the fastest in its class, which is what you want when a tarpon changes direction and runs at the boat. The large arbor also matters for how it stacks line: backing lies flat under load instead of digging into itself, and a fly line that has been down to the backing comes back without memory coiled into it. Capacity is achieved without a wide spool, which keeps the line lay even. Mako rates the 9600 for 330 to 440 yards of 60 to 80 pound braid alongside a WF10 line, and recommends 60 to 80 pound GSP braid as the backing. Capacity scales through the range: the 9500 takes 230 to 300 yards of 50 pound braid with a WF7, the 9550 takes 300 to 355 yards of 50 to 60 pound braid with a WF9, and the 9700 takes 410 yards and up of 100 pound braid with a WF12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMako Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of August 2026, Mako warrants its reels to be free of manufacturing defects and covers repair or replacement of manufacturer defects for the lifetime of the original owner. The warranty does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or any other damage resulting from use of the reel, and any modification that alters the reel's calibrated settings can void coverage, so drag work goes back to Mako rather than to an outside bench. Register the reel with Mako after purchase and route service requests to them directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater big game, tarpon, giant trevally, permit and tournament fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-12 wt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.23 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, better than 12 inches of pickup per turn when loaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 330 to 440 yards of 60 to 80 lb braid with a WF10 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Backing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 to 80 lb GSP braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully sealed multidisc full-contact carbon fiber with button technology, calibrated one-turn-stop knob, 14.9 lbs maximum measured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taper lock quick-change on a three ball bearing spindle assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type III hard anodizing in Matte Black, Enhanced Type II in Matte Platinum on Black and Matte Turquoise on Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrieve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Left or right hand, specified at purchase. 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Mako rates it for 12 weight lines and up and quotes 410 yards and more of 100 pound braid behind a WF12, which puts it squarely on billfish, tuna, giant trevally and the largest tarpon. At 5.5 inches across and 16.75 ounces it is deliberately oversized, and that is the point: an offshore reel is bought for drag heat capacity, backing volume and sealing against sustained immersion, not for saved ounces. Everything Mako is known for is here at its largest scale, a fully sealed carbon fiber drag, a calibrated one-turn-stop knob, a taper lock quick-change spool and a three ball bearing spindle assembly, machined to aerospace tolerances and hand calibrated before it ships. This is the reel for the trip you have been saving for, where the fish of the week eats once and everything after that is equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorted Frame at 5.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 9700 runs a 5.5 inch frame, a full inch larger than the 9550 and half an inch larger than the 9600, and the frame is ported throughout to keep a solid machined reel of that diameter from getting heavier still. At 16.75 ounces it is the heaviest reel Mako makes. That mass is not an oversight. A 12 to 14 weight rod needs weight behind the grip to balance, and a heavy reel sits steadier in a rod holder and in a fighting position than a light one. The porting also lets a spool of soaked backing dry between sessions rather than sitting against solid metal for a week of a trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Calibrated One-Turn-Stop Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e - The full drag range lives inside a single rotation of an oversized indexed knob with a true one-turn stop, so you can move from free spool to full setting in one motion without counting turns. On a bluewater reel that is a working control rather than a set-and-forget one. You back pressure off when a fish jumps or greyhounds toward the boat and you add it back at the end of a long fight, sometimes repeatedly, and a knob that takes three rotations to cover its range makes that guesswork. The knob is calibrated at the factory, so the index marks correspond to repeatable pressure instead of being decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper Lock Quick-Change Spool\u003c\/strong\u003e - Spools change on a taper lock system rather than a threaded cap, and the spool rides on a three ball bearing spindle assembly. Both choices are about longevity in salt and about what happens on a rolling deck: there are no small threaded parts to drop overboard during a spool swap, and the taper lock does not develop play between spool and frame after seasons of heavy drag the way a worn thread will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType III and Enhanced Type II Anodizing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mako specifies Type III hard anodizing on its black reels, which drives a near ceramic hardness into the surface of the aluminum rather than laying a coating on top of it, and Enhanced Type II anodizing for its color finishes. That distinction is worth knowing on a reel in this class, because an offshore reel spends days at a time in a rod holder taking spray and green water and gets handled with wet, sandy hands the whole trip. We stock the 9700 in three finishes: Matte Black, Matte Platinum on Black and Matte Turquoise on Black. All three are matte rather than gloss, and the Matte Black is the one carrying the Type III specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Machined Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - Frame and spool are machined aluminum, produced to what Mako describes as the highest machining standards and level of polish, then hand assembled and individually calibrated before the reel leaves the shop. Machining rather than casting is what makes the rest of the reel possible at this size, since a sealed drag only stays sealed if housing and lip seals meet within a narrow band, and a 5.5 inch quick-change spool only stays free of play if spool and spindle are cut to match. Mako does not publish an aluminum alloy, so we do not quote one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - A fully sealed multidisc full-contact carbon fiber drag using Mako's button technology, which is aimed at start-up friction. The spool begins turning the instant a fish pulls rather than jolting against a stack that has set while the reel sat, and on a bluewater take that first instant is where hooks pull and class tippet parts. What separates this reel from the smaller Makos is not peak pressure so much as how long it can hold a setting. An inshore fish gives you a hundred yard run; a tuna or a sailfish gives you three hundred yards without stopping, and every foot of it converts drag pressure into heat in the stack. A larger frame means larger diameter discs, which means more surface area and more thermal mass to absorb that heat, so the pressure you dialed at the strike is the pressure still working at the end of the run. Mako does not publish a maximum drag figure for the 9700; Trident measured 15 to 17 pounds on the smaller 9550.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Carbon fiber discs run inside a housing sealed by o-rings and proprietary carbon impregnated Teflon lip seals. Sealing is the entire argument for a reel in this category. Offshore the reel does not merely get splashed, it gets submerged: a wave over the bow, a rod stowed in a wet locker, a reel rinsed in a bucket at the end of the day. Because salt and grit never reach the stack, the pressure you calibrated in year one behaves the same in year ten without the reel being opened. Carbon fiber is the correct disc material at this size precisely because of the heat argument above, since it stays consistent as it warms where cork and many synthetic stacks lose grip or grab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 9700 is a large arbor reel, and at 5.5 inches it recovers more line per turn than anything else Mako builds, which matters when a billfish turns and runs at the boat and the only way to stay tight is to wind. Mako rates it for 375 meters and up, or 410 yards and up, of 100 pound braid alongside a WF12 line, and recommends 60 to 100 pound GSP braid. Read the range table carefully and the 9700's real advantage becomes clear: the 9600 already holds 330 to 440 yards, but of 60 to 80 pound braid, while the 9700 holds 410 and up of 100 pound. The gain is capacity in heavy backing, not simply more yardage. That matters because thin backing beds down into itself under a sustained high-drag run and can jam a spool solid, and because heavy GSP gives you something you can actually hold when clearing a wrap boatside. For reference, the 9500 takes 230 to 300 yards of 50 pound braid with a WF7 and the 9550 takes 300 to 355 yards of 50 to 60 pound braid with a WF9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMako Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of August 2026, Mako warrants its reels to be free of manufacturing defects and covers repair or replacement of manufacturer defects for the lifetime of the original owner. The warranty does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or any other damage resulting from use of the reel, and any modification that alters the reel's calibrated settings can void coverage, so drag work goes back to Mako rather than to an outside bench. Register the reel with Mako after purchase and route service requests to them directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bluewater and offshore fly fishing, billfish, tuna, giant trevally and the largest tarpon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 wt and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 inches, the largest in the Mako range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.75 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 410 yards and up of 100 lb braid with a WF12 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Backing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 to 100 lb GSP braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully sealed multidisc full-contact carbon fiber with button technology, calibrated one-turn-stop knob. Mako publishes no maximum drag figure for this size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taper lock quick-change on a three ball bearing spindle assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type III hard anodizing in Matte Black, Enhanced Type II in Matte Platinum on Black and Matte Turquoise on Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrieve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Left or right hand, specified at purchase. 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Mako applies Cosmo Camo across its entire size range, so this page covers four different reels: the 9500 Inshore, the 9550 Medium, the 9600 Large Saltwater and the 9700 Bluewater. Underneath the finish each one is the standard Mako of that size, with the same fully sealed full-contact carbon fiber drag, the same calibrated one-turn-stop knob, the same quick-change spool on a three ball bearing spindle assembly, hand assembled and individually calibrated before it ships. What you are choosing here is a size and a hand. The finish is the constant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSize is a line weight and backing decision rather than a preference, because the frames step up half an inch at a time and each one is rated to a narrow band. Here is the ladder, with Mako's published numbers for every size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9500 Inshore\u003c\/strong\u003e - 4 inch frame, 11.7 ounces, rated 7-9 wt, holds 230 to 300 yards of 50 lb braid behind a WF7. Bonefish, redfish, snook and light permit work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9550 Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e - 4.5 inch frame, 13.8 ounces, rated 9-11 wt, holds 300 to 355 yards of 50-60 lb braid behind a WF9. The all-round flats size and the one most travelers end up with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9600 Large Saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e - 5 inch frame, 15.23 ounces, rated 10-12 wt, holds 330 to 440 yards of 60-80 lb braid behind a WF10. Tarpon, giant trevally, big permit and tournament fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9700 Bluewater\u003c\/strong\u003e - 5.5 inch frame, 16.75 ounces, rated 12 wt and up, holds 410 yards and up of 100 lb braid behind a WF12. Offshore work where the backing is heavy and the runs are long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrident's own big game reel shootout put the choice bluntly: the 9500 is more reel than an 8 weight needs, the 9700 is more than anyone but a committed bluewater angler will use, and the 9600 is the size dialed in for tarpon and GT anglers. That is the honest middle of this range. The counterargument in every case is weight, which is covered below, so if you are buying a reel to blind cast with all day rather than to fight fish with, size down or look at a lighter platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Architecture in Four Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e - Every size on this page shares the same layout: a ported machined frame and spool, a spool that comes off without tools, and a drag housing sealed against everything outside it. Frame diameters run 4, 4.5, 5 and 5.5 inches, and weight climbs with them at 11.7, 13.8, 15.23 and 16.75 ounces. Those are heavy numbers for a fly reel and worth stating plainly: in Trident's testing the 9600 came in roughly 50 percent heavier than a comparable reel like the Hatch Iconic. That mass is the price of a solid machined sealed platform, and it is the right trade when the reel is hanging off a 12 weight and the fish is doing the work. The porting claws some of it back, and it also lets soaked backing dry between sessions rather than sitting against solid metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Calibrated One-Turn-Stop Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e - The full drag range lives inside a single rotation of an oversized indexed knob with a true one-turn stop, so you go from free spool to maximum in one motion instead of counting turns while a fish burns backing. Trident measured the travel on a 9600 as genuinely linear: about 4.6 pounds at a half turn against a 14.9 pound maximum, and 0.6 pounds with the knob fully backed off, which means the spool never actually free spools and overruns are not a concern. One honest caveat that applies to every size: the knob turns so easily that there is little tactile feedback, so unlike a stiffer drag you cannot feel where you are in the range. Read the index marks rather than your fingertips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-Change Spool\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mako has called this a taper lock spool and a QuickLock spool across different generations of its own copy. Either way the spool seats on a taper rather than a threaded cap and rides on a three ball bearing spindle assembly. Both choices exist for longevity in salt: there are no small threaded parts to drop over the gunwale during a spool swap, and a taper does not develop play between spool and frame after a few seasons the way a worn thread will. The handle is sized for a big game angler and is easy to find and hold under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Cosmo Camo Actually Is\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cosmo Camo is a three color camouflage, blue over a light and a medium grey, matte throughout, and it is carried across every machined surface rather than applied to the frame face alone. The pattern runs over the outer frame, the spool face, the star shaped spool arbor plate and down into the walls of the porting, so the reel reads as camouflage from any angle instead of as a printed side plate. The handle stays black. Matte is the right call on a saltwater reel, where a bright reel face is one more thing flashing at a fish in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Type II Anodizing\u003c\/strong\u003e - This is the one place where a camo Mako differs from a black one on paper, and it is worth being exact about rather than glossing over. Mako specifies Type III hard anodizing for its Black and Classic Camo finishes, and Enhanced Type II for its color finishes. Mako's own Cosmo Camo listing names this reel's finish as Enhanced Type II color. So the reel is anodized, but it does not carry the hard anodize that the matte black reels do. The practical difference is real: Type III grows a thicker, denser oxide with a near ceramic hardness that resists abrasion better, while Type II produces a thinner anodic layer that accepts dye far more readily, which is what makes a multi color pattern possible in the first place. Both are integral to the aluminum rather than a coating sitting on top of it, and both are corrosion resistant. If you want the most abrasion resistant surface Mako sells, buy a matte black reel. If you want this pattern, buy it understanding that it is a color finish and give it the same care around gunwales and boat rails that you would give any anodized color reel. Mako describes its finishes as engineered to withstand heavy saltwater use, and does not publish how the pattern itself is laid into the anodizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Finish Does Not Touch the Drag\u003c\/strong\u003e - Worth separating the two, because the anodizing question only affects the outside of the reel. Corrosion protection for the internals comes from the seals, and the sealing package is identical across every finish Mako builds. 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The spool begins turning the instant a fish pulls rather than jolting against a stack that has set while the reel sat, and that first instant is where class tippet and hook holds are lost. Mako publishes no maximum drag figure for any size in the range. Trident measured 14.9 pounds on the 9600, which is ample for tarpon and enough to lean on a giant trevally over structure, and more useful than the number is that all of it is usable: because the knob is so light to turn, you can reach 100 percent of the available drag with a wet hand mid fight, which is not true of every reel quoting a bigger figure. The setting you dial holds through a long run instead of fading as the stack heats, and the clicker gives a clean note on the retrieve with a clearly differentiated outgoing sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Carbon fiber discs run inside a housing sealed by o-rings and proprietary carbon impregnated Teflon lip seals. Sealing is the entire point of a reel in this category: salt, sand and grit never reach the drag stack, so the pressure you calibrated in year one behaves the same in year ten without the reel ever being opened. Carbon fiber is the correct disc material here because it sheds the heat a long run generates without losing consistency as it warms, which is exactly what cork and many synthetic stacks fail to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - Every size in this range is a large arbor reel, and retrieve rate is one of the platform's strongest arguments. Loaded with 326 yards of 30 pound Dacron, Trident measured better than 12 inches of line pickup per turn on the 9600, among the fastest in its class, which is what you want when a tarpon changes direction and runs at the boat. The large arbor also governs how line stacks: backing lies flat under load instead of digging into itself, and a fly line that has been down to the backing comes back without memory coiled into it. Capacity comes from diameter rather than a wide spool, which keeps the line lay even. What changes going up the range is not simply yardage but the weight of backing that yardage is measured in, so the recommended GSP braid climbs alongside the capacity: 40-50 lb on the 9500, 50-60 lb on the 9550, 60-80 lb on the 9600 and 60-100 lb on the 9700. Match the backing to the size you buy rather than spooling every reel with the same line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMako Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of August 2026, Mako warrants its reels to be free of manufacturing defects and covers repair or replacement of manufacturer defects for the lifetime of the original owner, with no service fee. The warranty does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or any other damage resulting from use of the reel, and any modification that alters the reel's calibrated settings can void coverage, so drag work goes back to Mako rather than to an outside bench. 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Underneath, it is the same reel that built the brand's reputation on tarpon flats: a fully sealed carbon fiber drag, a taper lock quick-change spool, a three ball bearing spindle assembly and machining held to the aerospace tolerances Jack Charlton brought to the company. What the Tournament adds are two refinements that matter when a fish is already running. The drag knob stands proud of the frame instead of sitting flush in the porting, so you can find it and turn it with a wet or gloved hand rather than digging fingers into the ports. Color coded snap-in indicators let you mark a working drag setting and return to it. This is a reel for tarpon specialists, tournament anglers and IGFA line-class fishing, where a drag that hesitates once costs the whole day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Cage Ported Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Tournament runs an open cage frame with aggressive porting throughout, which is how a reel this overbuilt keeps its weight from getting worse. In the 9550, the spool measures 4 inches across with a 1.2 inch width over a 2.65 inch arbor, and the frame diameter runs 4.5 inches. The look is industrial and purpose-built rather than jewelry, and the handle is large enough to grip properly under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalibrated One-Turn-Stop Drag Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e - The entire drag range lives inside a single rotation of an oversized indexed knob, so you can go from free spool to full setting without hunting through turns while a fish burns backing. On the Tournament the knob is raised and easier to grab than the standard Mako version, and it carries snap-in color coded indicator inserts in three colors so a preferred setting can be marked and found again. Worth knowing before you buy: the inserts mark the knob, not the frame, so returning to an exact pressure still leans on your own reference points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper Lock Quick-Change Spool\u003c\/strong\u003e - Spools change on a taper lock system with a simple, secure release knob, and the spool rides on a three ball bearing spindle assembly. Both are shared with the 9500 through 9700 saltwater reels, and both are built around the same idea: no small threaded parts to drop over the gunwale, and no play developing between spool and frame after a season of hard fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType III Hard Anodizing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mako finishes the Tournament in Type III hard anodizing, which drives a near ceramic hardness into the surface of the aluminum rather than laying a coating over it. That is the finish specification that matters on a reel expected to live in salt spray, get dragged across a skiff deck and go months between deep cleanings. The Tournament ships in matte black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Machined Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - Frame and spool are machined aluminum, produced to the highest machining standards and level of polish, then hand assembled and individually calibrated before shipping. Mako builds these reels to order and quotes 3 to 6 weeks for delivery, which is the trade-off for a reel that arrives calibrated to spec rather than pulled off a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - A fully sealed multidisc full-contact carbon fiber drag using Mako's button technology, which is aimed squarely at start-up friction. The spool turns the instant a fish pulls rather than jolting against a stack that has set, and that is what protects a class tippet on the first surge. In the 9550, maximum drag falls between 15 and 17 pounds, which is enough pressure for tarpon, giant trevally and offshore work. The drag pressure you set holds through a long run instead of fading, and the clicker gives a clean mechanical note in both directions at a medium pitch, sharp enough to hear without carrying across the flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Carbon fiber discs run inside a housing sealed by o-rings and proprietary carbon impregnated Teflon lip seals. Sealing is the entire point on a reel in this category: salt, sand and grit never reach the stack, so the drag you calibrated in year one behaves the same in year ten without being opened up. Carbon fiber is the right disc material here because it sheds the heat a big fish generates without losing consistency as it warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Tournament is a large arbor reel, with the 9550 running a 2.65 inch arbor inside a 4 inch spool for 9.62 inches of line pickup per turn. That is not the fastest retrieve rate on the market, but it is more than adequate for saltwater work, and the large arbor keeps backing lying flat instead of stacking under load. Backing capacity on the 9550 runs to roughly 350 yards of 40 pound PowerPro, with Mako quoting 300 to 355 yards of 50 to 60 pound braid alongside a WF9 line. Capacity scales up through the range: the 9500 takes 230 to 300 yards of 50 pound braid with a WF7, the 9600 takes 330 to 440 yards of 60 to 80 pound braid with a WF10, and the 9700 takes 410 yards and up of 100 pound braid with a WF12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMako Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of August 2026, Mako warrants its reels to be free of manufacturing defects and covers repair or replacement of manufacturer defects for the lifetime of the original owner. The warranty does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or any other damage resulting from use of the reel, and any modification that alters the reel's calibrated settings can void coverage, so drag work goes back to Mako rather than to an outside bench. 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It is machined on four axes, which Nautilus says is what lets the knob be light and strong while offering more grip than anything else in the category. Size is the functional point on a bluewater reel: drag on a big fish is a control you work during the fight, adjusted with a wet hand while the rod is loaded, and a small knob makes that a two hand job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hooker\u003c\/strong\u003e - A red anodized machined aluminum button that threads into the reel seat and gives you somewhere to hook the fly other than a guide or the frame gap. Nautilus supplies it as standard on every GT Series reel, so it comes on the GTX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft or Right Hand Retrieve, Converted at Home\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nautilus lists the GTX as one of the models that converts between left and right hand retrieve without a trip to the factory. Set the drag to minimum, back out the three stainless hex screws at the base of the brake hub with the supplied 1\/16 inch hex key, lift the hub off, twist the one way clutch bearing off the drive shaft, turn it over and reapply it, then check the hub O-ring is seated before you tighten the screws back down. Nautilus recommends keeping the hex tool clear of the frame, or laying a cloth between tool and frame, so you do not scrape the anodizing on the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpare Spools\u003c\/strong\u003e - Because Nautilus builds the GTX in a single size, there is only one GTX spool, and the Nautilus GTX Spare Spool we sell separately fits any GTX regardless of finish. The spool release cap carries the Nautilus shell logo, backs off counterclockwise, and stays captive on the spool rather than coming free in your hand over open water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized in House in Miami\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nautilus anodizes under the same roof it machines and assembles in, which is unusual at any price and is the reason its color finishes are consistent from part to part rather than batch to batch. On a saltwater reel the finish is structural rather than cosmetic: anodizing converts the surface of the aluminum instead of coating it, so a scratch does not open a path for salt to sit under a film. We list the GTX in Black and Silver, and Nautilus currently anodizes the model in Carbon Black, Brushed Titanium, Fathom Blue, Purple Haze and Nauti Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachined Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - Frame and spool are machined aluminum, cut and finished in Miami. Nautilus does not publish an alloy designation for the frame or spool, so we do not quote one; the only alloy the company specifies on this platform is the 6061 series aluminum used for the Hooker button. Machining rather than casting is what a sealed reel of this size depends on, because a seal only works if the surfaces it rides against are cut to a tight band, and a 5 inch spool only stays free of play at 25 pounds of drag if spool and spindle are matched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivSeal\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nautilus fits a precision machined proprietary seal it calls ActivSeal to all of its current reels. The company describes it as actively repelling water, sand and salt to keep the braking system and bearings dry, and cites the same seal working in 20 degree Great Lakes steelhead weather and on 100 degree Seychelles flats. On a reel that will be submerged rather than merely splashed, that is the part doing the work between services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - The GTX runs the Pentadrag braking system, which Nautilus states is fully sealed and is the most capable drag the company has built. Five independent braking surfaces work at once, and the reason for five rather than two is heat: a sustained run converts drag pressure into heat in the stack, and spreading that load across five surfaces is what Nautilus says prevents the fade and degradation that ends fights. Maximum pressure exceeds 25 pounds, which is past what most anglers can fish and past what IGFA class tippet will hold, so the working setting is a fraction of the range and the reel is chosen for what it does at the end of the run rather than at the top of the dial. Nautilus makes the claim plainly: the drag holds the same pressure at the end of a run that it held at the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - The stack is three cork and carbon fiber surfaces plus two floating carbon fiber surfaces, topped with a Kevlar and carbon fiber hybrid precision plate that distributes pressure evenly across the whole drag surface. The mix is deliberate. Cork gives the smooth initial engagement and the compliance to compress evenly, and carbon fiber holds its coefficient of friction as it warms, where many synthetic stacks either fade or grab once heat builds. The hybrid plate is what keeps five surfaces loading together instead of the outermost one carrying the fight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGiga Arbor, the Largest Nautilus Builds\u003c\/strong\u003e - Giga is Nautilus's large arbor geometry, and the company rates the design at more than a foot of line recovered per handle turn. On the GTX, at a 5 inch frame, that is the fastest pickup in the range, and it is the answer to the specific bluewater problem of a fish that turns and swims at the boat faster than you can strip. A large arbor also keeps the line and backing at a bigger coil diameter, so there is less set in the line and the drag pressure changes less between a full spool and a deep one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished Capacities\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nautilus lists the GTX at 350 yards of 30 pound Dacron with a WF10, 325 yards with a WF11 and 300 yards with a WF12, or 500 yards of 60 pound braid. If you would rather run gel spun, Nautilus recommends 65 pound gel spun or braid in place of 30 pound Dacron, which is roughly how the braid figure gets to 500 yards on the same spool. Trident installs backing free with the reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNautilus Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of August 2026, Nautilus states that all Nautilus series reels carry a limited lifetime warranty covering any defect in materials and workmanship, and that a defective reel will be repaired at no charge other than shipping, handling and insurance. Coverage excludes damage caused by accident, misuse, improper maintenance, wear and tear, or modification. Nautilus's warranty request form carries a fee of $45.00, which the company states covers manufacturing warranty service, handling, insurance and return shipping to you; anything beyond that is quoted to you before work proceeds. Service goes to Nautilus Reels Repairs in Miami, shipped at your expense with a completed repair form, in a sturdy corrugated box, with the fly line and backing stripped off first. Nautilus refuses packages that miss those requirements, and does not take responsibility for line, backing or accessories left on a reel, for cosmetic wear from normal servicing, or for damage from a previous repair attempt elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater. Offshore, bluewater and destination travel for tarpon, permit, giant trevally and other jacks, tuna, sharks, sailfish and dolphin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inches, the largest Nautilus builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpool Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.05 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.9 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, Nautilus Giga Arbor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 yd of 30 lb Dacron with a WF10, 325 yd with a WF11, 300 yd with a WF12, or 500 yd of 60 lb braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Backing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 lb Dacron, or 65 lb gel spun or braid as a substitute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pentadrag, fully sealed, five braking surfaces, over 25 lb maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag Knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e GripTorq, 1.9 inches, machined on four axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrieve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Converts left or right hand with the supplied 1\/16 inch hex key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes in the Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e One. 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The Silver King features everything we know and love about the CCF-X2 in a larger model that's made for Tarpon fishing and other big game targets. If you're a serious bluewater angler or you're targeting seriously large fish anywhere in the world, this is one of the best fly reels on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Beefed Up Second Iteration\u003c\/strong\u003e - The new iteration of the CCF comes with twice the drag strength, twice the smoothness, and half the startup inertia. Nautilus redesigned the original CCF to be stronger, more durable, and more versatile than ever before. In doing so, they've beefed up the weight, too, to help balance heavier fly rods and to increase strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrushed Titanium or Black Anodizing\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Silver King is available in either brushed titanium or a black anodized finish. Both finishes hold up well when exposed to saltwater abuse and the reel's finish stands up well when dropped or dinged. This isn't the most durable saltwater fly reel out there, but the finishing is functional and strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachined Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Silver King is built with machined Aluminum which has a few benefits. Machined aluminum is both abrasion-resistant and corrosion-resistant. If you happen to drop or ding your reel, this aircraft aluminum resists corrosion even when abraded. The aluminum holds up to saltwater corrosion and weather and wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Silver King functions on a cork carbon fiber disc brake drag system. This drag system is incredibly strong (one of the strongest on the market) and is perfect for wrangling any saltwater species.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - The drag on the Silver King is made up of Cork and Carbon Fiber disc brakes and also features hybrid ceramic bearings. The drag is completely sealed and keeps saltwater out without sacrificing drag strength or adjustability. This reel has low start-up inertia and great drag adjustability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Large Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 'Giga' arbor of the Silver King increases line pickup and helps anglers fight the largest saltwater fish on a single-handed fly rod. The 12wt version of the reel picks up almost 14 inches of line per turn with a 12wt fly line. The arbor design also helps with line management and the angler doesn't have to worry about where his\/her line lands on the reel when playing a fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNautilus Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of November 2019, all Nautilus reels come with a limited lifetime warranty for the original owner that covers defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty doesn't cover damage caused by accident, misuse, or improper maintenance. That being said, Nautilus will repair all reels and spools for an additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater, Big Game\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/salt-flats.jpg?v=1791230270\" alt=\"Saltwater, Big Game\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-Large \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/large_arbor.jpg?v=1791230261\" alt=\"Ultra-Large\" width=\"298\" height=\"100\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nautilus","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":48477983310057,"sku":"SKUCX2SKB","price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brushed Silver","offer_id":48477983342825,"sku":"SKUCX2SKC","price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/nautilus-reels-nautilus-silver-king-fly-reel-1199942365.jpg?v=1761646333"},{"product_id":"ross-evolution-r-salt-fly-reel","title":"Ross Evolution R Salt Fly Reel","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoss has created a saltwater powerhouse. The Evolution R series from Ross features a drag system strong enough to stop any saltwater fish from Tarpon to Stripers while maintaining a lightweight frame and functional engineering. These reels offer a stellar weight-to-strength ratio, and the construction and finishing make them saltwater-proof and extremely durable. If you’re an angler who likes to take saltwater fly fishing seriously, this is one of the best saltwater reel options on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Engineering Culmination\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ross has designed the Evolution R Salt to be a culmination of machining and engineering. The reel’s redesigned arbor, powerhouse drag system, and incredibly lightweight frame made this reel a force to be reckoned with in saltwater. Add the sleep drag knob and canvas phenolic handle, and it’s easy to see why the Evo R is one of our favorite saltwater fly reels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType II Anodizing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Type II anodizing allows Ross to create the perfect balance between rigidity and aesthetically appealing reel color. Type II anodizing is incredibly durable, and the Evolution R stands up well when dropped or dinged on the water. A Type II finish also holds up well to weathering, wear, and saltwater abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6061 T6 Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Evolution R is built with 6061 T6 Aluminum, which has a few benefits. 6061 T6 is both abrasion-resistant and corrosion-resistant. 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These discs add to the strength of the reel’s drag system, making it one of the most capable in the saltwater market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Large Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e - The bell-shaped ultra-large arbor of the Evolution R Salt increases line pickup and helps anglers fight the largest saltwater fish on a single-handed fly rod. The bell-shaped arbor design also helps with line management, and the angler doesn’t have to worry about where his\/her line lands on the reel when playing a fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoss Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of October 2019, Ross has a limited lifetime warranty that applies to the original owner of the fly reel. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the product only and does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, or any other type of damage resulting from the use of the product. That being said, Ross will also repair your reel for you for a cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater, Flats\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-salt-flats_0dd6a48a-7610-4f14-9153-bfed11627483.jpg?v=1791230245\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"56\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-Large\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/xl_arbor_5fcea0e3-c84f-4ce8-b070-20c6cc2ec0fa.jpg?v=1791230276\" alt=\"\" width=\"298\" height=\"100\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ross","offers":[{"title":"7\/8 \/ Black","offer_id":48478162977001,"sku":"SKU818288003626","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Matte Blue","offer_id":48478163009769,"sku":"SKU614910120743","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Matte Olive","offer_id":48478163042537,"sku":"SKU614910121290","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Platinum","offer_id":48478163075305,"sku":"SKU818288003633","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Black","offer_id":48478163108073,"sku":"SKU818288003664","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Matte Blue","offer_id":48478163140841,"sku":"SKU614910120767","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Matte Olive","offer_id":48478163173609,"sku":"SKU614910121306","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Platinum","offer_id":48478163206377,"sku":"SKU818288003671","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Black","offer_id":48478163239145,"sku":"SKU818288003701","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Mardi Gras","offer_id":48478163271913,"sku":"SKU614910122136","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Matte Blue","offer_id":48478163304681,"sku":"SKU614910120781","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Matte Chocolate","offer_id":48478163337449,"sku":"SKU614910122167","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Matte Merlot","offer_id":48478163370217,"sku":"SKU614910122198","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Matte Olive","offer_id":48478163402985,"sku":"SKU614910121313","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Platinum","offer_id":48478163435753,"sku":"SKU818288003718","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Mardi Gras","offer_id":48478163468521,"sku":"SKU614910122112","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Matte Chocolate","offer_id":48478163501289,"sku":"SKU614910122143","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Matte Merlot","offer_id":48478163534057,"sku":"SKU614910122174","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Mardi Gras","offer_id":48478163566825,"sku":"SKU614910122129","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Matte Chocolate","offer_id":48478163599593,"sku":"SKU614910122150","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Matte Merlot","offer_id":48478163632361,"sku":"SKU614910122181","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11\/12 \/ Blackout","offer_id":49096039923945,"sku":"SKU614910123812","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7\/8 \/ Blackout","offer_id":49096039956713,"sku":"SKU614910123799","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9\/10 \/ Blackout","offer_id":49096039989481,"sku":"SKU614910123805","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/ross-reels-ross-evolution-r-salt-fly-reel-1199937870.jpg?v=1761874085"},{"product_id":"sage-thermo-fly-reel","title":"Sage Thermo Fly Reel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sage Thermo Fly Reel is named for the one thing that decides whether a big game reel survives its first serious fish: heat. A drag does not stop a running fish so much as convert the energy of that run into heat, and Sage says so plainly, describing the SCS drag as taking the kinetic energy of a running fish and dissipating it as thermal energy. Everything that goes wrong with a drag under a tarpon, a giant trevally or a blue marlin is downstream of that heat, which is where fade, skipping and permanent wear come from. Sage's answer on the Thermo is not a new material but more of it: extra-large carbon brake discs, sealed, with the surface area to spread the heat of a long run instead of concentrating it. The reel delivers 0 to 20 pounds of drag across two sizes, a 10-12 and a 12-16, both offered in Stealth and in Champagne, and both hold better than 500 yards of backing. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eOne Revolution Drag Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e puts the entire drag range inside a single turn, with 20 numbered settings and 39 detents, so you can go from stripping tension to fighting pressure without counting turns or losing your place mid-fight. It is large in diameter on purpose, easy to grip and move with a wet hand. A \u003cstrong\u003equick-change spool mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e with a screw tight spool lock and knurled lock nut lets you swap spools by hand on the deck, and the reel converts between left and right hand retrieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSage anodizes its machined reels after CNC machining for surface protection, corrosion resistance and durability. On a reel that will live in salt spray and get rinsed and put away wet, that oxide layer is the first line of defense on the exterior, while the sealed drag handles the interior. Two colors are offered and both are available here in both sizes: \u003cstrong\u003eStealth\u003c\/strong\u003e, a matte dark finish, and \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne\u003c\/strong\u003e, a light gold. The choice is cosmetic; the finish process and the hardware underneath are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrame and spool are 6061-T6 aerospace grade aluminum, cold forged and tempered before machining, then cut on CNC centers to Sage's tolerances. The cold forging matters more here than on a lighter reel. It compacts the grain of the alloy and adds strength and rigidity, which is what allows a frame at this diameter to stay stiff under 20 pounds of drag plus the leverage a fish applies at the rim. A frame that flexes under load opens the gap between spool and frame, and that gap is where thin running line and backing get pinched. The drag discs are carbon, from a proprietary high grade carbon that Sage sources in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDrag\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sage's Sealed Carbon System, or SCS, in what Sage calls an ultra-robust package built and tuned specifically for the extreme end of the range. It is fully sealed. Sage states the entire system is sealed to keep out water, sand, grit and salt, so a wave over the gunwale, a spool laid down in beach sand or a rinse at the dock has no path to the drag surfaces. Range is 0 to 20 pounds, and the claim Sage makes about it is consistency rather than peak number: the same pressure through the entire run, with no drop-off, no skipping and no wear from overheating. Each SCS drag is hand-calibrated, and Sage configures the stack per model and size rather than running one drag across the line, so the Thermo package is not a trout drag scaled up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extra-large carbon brake discs. Carbon is the reason the heat story works. It is the same class of material used in jet and Formula 1 brakes, and unlike cork, plastic or polymers such as Delrin and Rulon, it does not compress, deteriorate, melt or burn as it absorbs heat, so the setting you dialed at the strike is still the setting you have 300 yards into a run. Sizing the discs extra-large spreads that heat over more area, which is what keeps the surface temperature down during the repeated long runs a big fish forces. Carbon also has very low startup inertia, meaning the force needed to start the spool turning is close to the force needed to keep it turning, so a fish that bolts from a standstill does not hit a spike that pops the tippet. Because the stack is sealed it requires no routine cleaning or greasing to keep behaving that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge arbor, with a concave and ported profile. The concave arbor is a structural decision as much as a capacity one: the curved surface adds stiffness, which is what lets Sage port the arbor and remove material without giving up strength. The retrieve benefit is the obvious one, faster line pickup and less coil memory in the fly line. The less obvious benefit is the one that matters on a fish that takes you deep into backing. Because the starting diameter is large, the working diameter does not fall off much as line leaves the spool, so the effective drag pressure the fish feels stays closer to what you set instead of climbing as the spool empties. Both sizes carry more than 500 yards of backing: the 10-12 holds a WF12 line plus 300 yards of 30 pound backing, or 450 yards of 65 pound GSP, and the 12-16 holds a 550 grain shooting head and running line plus 400 yards of 30 pound backing, or 600 yards of 65 pound GSP.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSage covers the Thermo with an original owner lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship on reels bought through an authorized dealer. Coverage stays with the original owner, who must send in the product, and it excludes misuse, neglect, normal wear, fire, theft, intentional breakage and modification. Anything outside the warranty is handled as a paid repair, and Far Bank, Sage's parent company, charges one flat rate for reels rather than the age based tiers it applies to rods: as of August 2026, repairs on Sage and Redington reels not covered by warranty are 50 dollars. You pay to ship the reel in and Far Bank pays the return shipping. 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Built from high-grade aluminum, the SL Reel offers long-lasting durability that can handle anything from long days on a sandy flat to bumpy boat rides and those fights that last into the hour mark. The SL Fly Reel is built with a fully adjustable custom cork disc drag—not only can this drag system stop those tough fish, but it makes for easy maintenance while allowing sand and saltwater to escape—not to mention, its incoming and outgoing sounds are about as aurally pleasing as it gets. Shilton makes their SL Fly Reel in a wide range of color options so that you can fine-tune the look of your setup to perfection, and whether you're looking for a reel to put on your 5 weight to chase trout or your 14 weight to target pelagic species like tuna and sailfish, the SL Reel has a choice for it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eLarge Arbor Design - Shilton makes their SL Reel in a wide range of sizes, and each of these options provides a Large Arbor Design that's equipped to handle freshwater species just as well as fast saltwater predators. With this build, Shilton increases your backing capacity—the SL8 packs a whopping 600 yards of 30lb backing—while also increasing your drag's capability and your line pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eHard Anodized - The SL Fly Reel is built with a hard anodized finish. This high-quality finish prevents corrosion on those long days spent in the saltwater, while also increasing durability for those random drops on the ground or boat deck. While the hard anodization provides solid protection, Shilton also makes this reel in a number of classy colors, so whether you're looking for a turquoise color to match your favorite bluewater outfit or want something a little more subdued, the SL Reel has you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eHigh-grade machined aluminum - Shilton crafts the SL series of reels out of super high-quality aluminum. 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A quality drag system with the stopping power that you need, you can rely on the SL no matter what species you're after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eLarge Arbor - Shilton makes the SL in a range of size options and each of them offers a large arbor design. This construction makes for ease of line pickup and an increased drag capacity. Regardless of whether you're fishing the SL4 on a freshwater setup for smallmouth bass or the SL8 for amberjacks and cobia, the large arbor design of this reel is sure to make your life easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eShilton Warranty - As of March 2023, Shilton provides a lifetime warranty to the original owner that covers the replacement or repair of parts or the reel due to defects in workmanship or materials. 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Shilton machines it from 6082 T6 aluminum in three sizes, SR9, SR10 and SR12, covering line weights 9 through 12. At its center is an adjustable cork disc drag with an enlarged diameter, which raises stopping power and lowers startup inertia. The reel is at home in fresh water and salt water alike. Performance leads, but the SR is also a handsome reel, with seven anodized colorways to match the rest of your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery size of the SR carries a large arbor, because Shilton did not build this reel for small-stream trout. The large arbor increases line capacity and speeds up line pickup. When a hot fish turns and runs straight at the boat, that fast pickup keeps the slack off the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShilton protects the SR with a Type II anodized finish. 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Beautifully crafted out of true state-of-the-art materials, the Gulfstream features an unsealed cork drag for quick and on-the-fly maintenance with an ultra-high-quality aluminum frame, and both the incoming and outgoing sound of a Tibor truly are second-to-none. Designed and built in Delray Beach, Florida, the Gulfstream represents true American craftsmanship and can stand up to generations of long days on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor Saltwater Design -\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibor's Gulfstream is crafted to perfection, and its large arbor design, coupled with the non-existent startup inertia of its cork drag, ensures that every fight you get yourself into is as smooth as can be. 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Like all things Tibor, the cork drag is meticulously crafted and is the perfect size to give you awesome stopping power while also reducing any heat buildup from tough fish, and if we failed to mention the drag's elegant incoming\/outgoing sound, we'd be forgetting one of the best parts about fishing a Tibor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials -\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibor's cork drag is made from a premium micrograin cork. This cork material is silky smooth and holds lubricants incredibly well, allowing it to stand up to just about anything that you throw its way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor -\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gulfstream is built with a large arbor design. 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Beautifully crafted out of true state-of-the-art materials, the Pacific features an unsealed cork drag for quick and on-the-fly maintenance-with an ultra-high-quality aluminum frame, and both the incoming and outgoing sound of a Tibor truly are second-to-none. Designed and built in Delray Beach, Florida, the Pacific represents true American craftsmanship and can stand up to generations of long days on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor Saltwater Design -\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibor's Pacific is crafted to perfection, and its large arbor design, coupled with the non-existent startup inertia of its cork drag, ensures that every fight you get yourself into is as smooth as can be. 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Like all things Tibor, the cork drag is meticulously crafted and is the perfect size to give you awesome stopping power while also reducing any heat buildup from tough fish, and if we failed to mention the drag's elegant incoming\/outgoing sound, we'd be forgetting one of the best parts about fishing a Tibor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials -\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibor's cork drag is made from a premium micrograin cork. This cork material is silky smooth and holds lubricants incredibly well, allowing it to stand up to just about anything that you throw its way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor -\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pacific is built with a large arbor design. 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The fully sealed design prevents salt, sand, and debris from contaminating the drag, ensuring consistent performance in harsh environments. With virtually zero startup inertia and instant engagement, the drag protects leaders during explosive runs while providing the stopping power needed to pressure large fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Arbor –\u003c\/strong\u003e The large arbor spool provides rapid line retrieval and reduced line memory, allowing anglers to quickly recover slack and maintain pressure during long, fast runs. The design also accommodates generous backing capacity for targeting powerful saltwater species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrvis' Warranty –\u003c\/strong\u003e As of June 2026, Orvis' Ratio fly reels are backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. 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