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Pros & Cons
Pros
The kastking katmai fly reel compares greatly to some of the more expensive reels i've used at a very good price! I own two of these reels and both have performed flawlessly on large trout, bass, and 45+ pound tarpon. This reel is definitely worth the... Read More
Looks and feels fantastic. Super smooth light and has a great finish" "it's also pretty light which was surprising.
Update 5. Update 10. Kastking does it again! Just got mine today. Definitely recommend it. Can't wait to start using it this spring.
I fish for snook and this reel has done a great job slowing the fish down on runs. The sealed drag stayed dry and none of the fish were lost because of a lockup.
Cons
The drag on this reel is on or off. If i do decide to put a fish on the reel, the drag is either too tight or free wheeling. My only rationale for even leaving a review here is to allow more information to accumulate on this product.
Highlights
Quality
Excellent reel, so smooth and the drag is very smooth as well.
Very well made reel - light with a solid feel.
Smooth reeling, no play in the reel, and a sweet smooth drag.
This reel is definitely not waterproof and is actually worse than a reel with an exposed drag.
Price
I have to say for a fly reel in this price range, this reel really delivers!
Overall, i would say this is a really good value for the price!
Note that i did receive a discount for an honest review.
Overall, a good purchase for anyone that wants a decent reel at a low price.
Shipping
Was everything as described, very happy with prompt delivery and price .
I came quickly and as advertised can't wait to use this spring.
The retrieve was again smooth and pretty quick due to the large arbor around 1.
Packaging/appearance
Upon opening the package the reel was well boxed and in a nice soft bag.
Haven't used it yet, but it sure looks nice wit the line on it.
Competitiveness
It compares greatly to some of the more expensive reels i've used at a very good price!
Said it competes with the best of them for half the price!
I'm pairing this with a vintage garcia #9 rod for salt water.
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- This product had a total of 75 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jul 20 2024.
Helpful InsightsBETA
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Found it in the rubble covered in mud
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All my traditional gear was trashed full of silt bent a mess
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This one spun like it was new kind of crazy pretty darn good quality to last through it
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There is very little or no spool sideplay
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I couldnt make the spool rub the frame by applying lateral pressure
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The drag starts to engage while the adjustment knob is still quite loose
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The amount of drag ramps up pretty quickly in the first four or five clicks of adjustment
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I added a small paint dot on the reel frame and dots on the adjustment knob for better reference
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