Lamson Guru X Fly Reel

The Lamson Guru X Fly Reel is the next step for a reel that has anchored Lamson's lineup for years, and it is the reel to reach for when you want fully machined performance without paying for a flagship. Guru X keeps what made the Guru a staple and sharpens the parts you actually touch, so the gains show up in the hand rather than only on a spec sheet.

Design

Refined Where It Counts - Guru X pairs simple elegance with precision engineering, increasing durability and rigidity without giving up its lightweight feel. A larger fluted click-stop drag knob, a thicker shaped handle and a radiused foot bottom all elevate feel and control. Every detail serves a purpose and every improvement has earned its place.

Finish

Two Colorways - Guru X is offered in Halo, a soft gunmetal with a yellow drag knob accent, and Blue Steel, a deep navy. Both are anodized for corrosion resistance in fresh and salt water.

Materials

Fully Machined Aluminum - Guru X is the standard for CNC machined reel performance in this price class. Machining the frame and spool rather than casting them is what lets Lamson add rigidity and durability while holding the weight down.

Drag

Type - Guru X uses a click-stop drag with repeatable, detented settings, so you can find a setting and return to it mid-fight without looking down.

Adjustment - The larger fluted drag knob is the headline change. It is easier to grab with cold or wet hands and easier to turn accurately under load than the knob it replaces.

Arbor Size

Large Arbor - A large arbor picks line up faster per turn of the handle and keeps less memory in your fly line, which matters both when a fish runs at you and when you are stripping back for the next cast.

Warranty

Lifetime Warranty - Lamson warranties this reel against any defect in material or workmanship for the original owner, covering both parts and labor. It does not cover damage from misuse, improper maintenance, or modification, and is limited to repair or replacement at Lamson's discretion. Repair parts or colors may not match the original reel.

More Info

• Best for: freshwater and saltwater
• Arbor Size: Large
• Sizes: -3+ through -9+ covering 2wt to 10wt rods
• Retrieve: Reversible left or right hand
• Colors: Halo, Blue Steel