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[noobfisher]

Looking for my first fly fishing reel, probably a 5 wt, any suggestions ... looking at the G Loomis Venture series, sage 1600, phleuger trion?  Any suggestions or opinions on these reels?  Thanks!

[BNF861]

I have a few pflueger trions in different sizes (a couple 1956's, 1990, 1912)

Nice looking reel and great bang for the buck. They can be picked up online for a very good price. I'm happy so far with them.

[typhoon]

I also have the Trion 1990. It works fine and looks pretty good, but it is a heavy reel compared to others and it has a narrow spool with a mid arbor - meaning you need a larger reel than advertised to hold a reasonable amount of backing.

[k.c.]

I have a dragonfly expedition large arbour,It is a good light reel with good drag and it didn't break the bank.When i first started fly fishing 4 years ago it was hard not to fall into the trap of good marketing.Your reel is there for the most part to store line (assuming you are mostly stillwater fishing) I would save money on the reel and spend it on your rod.

[noobfisher]

I also have the Trion 1990. It works fine and looks pretty good, but it is a heavy reel compared to others and it has a narrow spool with a mid arbor - meaning you need a larger reel than advertised to hold a reasonable amount of backing.

I checked out the trion today, you are right it was a little bit heavier than I expected.  Sure is pretty though

[noobfisher]

I have a dragonfly expedition large arbour,It is a good light reel with good drag and it didn't break the bank.When i first started fly fishing 4 years ago it was hard not to fall into the trap of good marketing.Your reel is there for the most part to store line (assuming you are mostly stillwater fishing) I would save money on the reel and spend it on your rod.

Sounds like really good advice, which I think I'm going to heed, now the search for the rod begins lol!

[k.c.]

The fenwick HMX 5 wt is a good rod and not too pricy, It is not garbage so when you upgrade if could be a decent back up.

[naka21]

i would reccommend both the sage 1600 series and the trion. But a dragonfly cartridge reel will work just fine too... as for rods i would go with a temple forks or a hmx. Also check out the st. croix imperial, bought one for my dad and got to fish it a couple weeks ago, pretty sweet rod for the money!

[grease line]

If it is for trout, buy a cheap reel. No sense wasting money on something that only holds line.

I've caught tons of springs and big fresh summer steelhead on cheap reels too...I can confidently say they do not explode any more than expensive reels.

[naka21]

If it is for trout, buy a cheap reel. No sense wasting money on something that only holds line.

I've caught tons of springs and big fresh summer steelhead on cheap reels too...I can confidently say they do not explode any more than expensive reels.

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[Bassonator]

Im still using my Pfleuger Medalist, awesome reel.

[JAwrey]

All the reel has to do is hold line...figure out what reel has the best balance on the end of your rod and you will find it much easier.

Also, as far as rods, check out Pieroway Rods.  Really nice rods and the owner, Jeff Pieroway, is a great guy.

[k.c.]

Pieroway rods also sponsor young guns fly club. You should go check out a casting in the park session one day,pretty fun and helpful and the guys that run it are pretty decent.

[Kype]

For a noob - take a look at the following;

http://www.okumafishingteam.com/family/61834/Cascade - at $29.99 and just 5oz these reels are light and cheap.  Used them in the UK to great effect (they are called AirFrame there for some reason!) - they are made from Graphite and are durable enough for Trout fishing.  Also at $14.99 per spool you can pop all your lines on the spare spools and run just one reel allowing you to travel light - though remember a spare reel in your terminal tackle (i.e. leave it in the car - but have it with you!).

There is no point in spending a fortune on Trout gear unless you are able/particularly want to.  Better spend your money fuelling your ride and getting out there!

Hope this helps? 

[noobfisher]

I like the price point and how light it is .... can it handle pinks and smaller salmon if I took a run at those guys?