Martin Fly Fishing Multiplier 3:1 Ratio Fly Fishing Reel with Disk-Drag
Strong aluminum spool, back and gear case
Multiple action with highspeed 3:1 retrieve
Single caliper disc drag system on 3/4 and 5/6 models
360° floating drag system
Counterbalanced design
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Quick retrieve makes quick work of even the toughest fight, and when an irate 20 lb. steelhead decides he's going to make a run right at you, line needs to find its way onto the reel in a hurry.
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Martin Fly Fishing Multiplier 3:1 Ratio Fly Fishing Reel with Disk-Drag
This review is from: Martin Fly Fishing Multiplier 3:1 Ratio Fly Fishing Reel with Disk-Drag (Sports)
This is the black lab of fly reels. Say fetch, give the handle a spin and in comes the fish. I bought this reel for steelheading in Vermont and Upstate New York. I'm currently using it on a 10' switch rod with a 6-7 weight WF floating Scientific Angler's trout line.
I have a 150 yards of 60# braided line as backing on this reel with my line. There's still room for for more backing on the reel if needed, though I doubt I'd need more than I have. I think I could put another 150 yards on it with little problem. This braided line is tiny. With the three to one retrieve ratio, it should take care of controlling any fish's runs.
Nice fit and finish. The on-off knob for the clicker is a bit small for my tastes. The large knob for the drag is easy to use and find when mounted on a rod.
The only downside to the reel is that at almost 15oz it's pretty damned heavy. I think it's actually more than my saltwater reel with the ten weight line. That's...Read more
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