possibly WTB - Large Arbor 7wt or 8wt reel (cheap)

[72Twenty]

Anybody have a large arbor reel, 7wt or 8wt they would be willing to part with fairly cheap? I have never used a large arbor reel and want to check one out. Line/backing on it would be nice, but if not I am still interested. Basically I was hoping for something cheap here. Willing to trade something too.

[Pow4Brains]

How cheap. STP has some great deals........

[fez]

depending on your definition of 'cheap' the lamson konic is probably my next reel.

http://www.fishwest.net/Merchant2/me..._Code=LA25KOR1

[schwerty]

depending on your definition of 'cheap' the lamson konic is probably my next reel.

http://www.fishwest.net/Merchant2/me..._Code=LA25KOR1

That's an excellent reel for the price!



Another favorite of mine is Danielsson, ( http://www.danielsson-flyreels.se ).
They should still have a US rep. ??? Good prices, (at least they used to be) for solid machinery.

[72Twenty]

That's an excellent reel for the price!



Another favorite of mine is Danielsson, ( http://www.danielsson-flyreels.se ).
They should still have a US rep. ??? Good prices, (at least they used to be) for solid machinery.

Loop = Danielsson, from what I understand.

[72Twenty]

Cabela's has Sage 1800 reels for $139 (7/8 wt, 4.12" dia.).

STP has Albright Popo Agie ELA reels for $84.96 (7/8)

Those any good?

[Andy_B]

Pick up the Lamson. Our good buddy freeralikwid uses these too.

edit. I have the velocity and love it.

[72Twenty]

Well, the thing is - I am not hurting in the reel department - I have more reels than rods right now. A new reel is not a necessity for me. I am just curious about large arbor reels. I see them all over now. Are they kinda like the equivalent of fat skis in skiing? That's why I was thinking of getting a cheap used one - just to see the difference, etc.

[schwerty]

Loop = Danielsson, from what I understand.

I've heard that too but not from a credible source. Good solid product either way. It's tough to go wrong with Lamson though.

[Andy_B]

^^ Tis ture. Danielsson was the builder for loop, then went out on his own, ort returned to doing biss on his own.

[72Twenty]

Lemme 'splain my current set-up...

I don't currently have an 8wt rod, just the 7wt that I use almost every time out in most places. Basically, for my reel I have a very nice Orvis Battenkill 7/8. I love the reel, and it is spooled with an 8wt line, but the line is a tight fit. I was thinking of getting a large arbor 7/8 to use instead, but the Battenkill was a gift to me and I don't want to get rid of it (as in sell/trade it). I'm sure I would still use it from time to time, but I think a new large arbor would be my go-to reel on this rod - especially in the lakes.

Current set up:

[Andy_B]

Other than looks, weight savings and picking up line quicker there is really no difference.

[schwerty]

Other than looks, weight savings and picking up line quicker there is really no difference.

Don't wanna start a shouting match but drag systems vary quite a bit from reel to reel....company to company! Especially when you get to that size of reel.

[72Twenty]

Yeah, but I wanna look super gnar gnar extremo out on the water with my large arbor set-up.

[Andy_B]

Don't wanna start a shouting match but drag systems vary quite a bit from reel to reel....company to company! Especially when you get to that size of reel.

I didn't want to get in to that, I knew seventytwo20 was just in it for looks.

[72Twenty]

I didn't want to get in to that, I knew seventytwo20 was just in it for looks.

That reminds me, I need a new hat.

[Fellin34]

what do you need a 7 or 8 weight for? just use a 6 and get a mid arbor. i use a six for everything heavy, amd a 5 for everything else. the mid arbor is a great reel, so if you're set on whorvis I imagine the large arbor would feel similar

[Andy_B]

Because he has a 7wt rod. And he wants a Large Arbor.

[72Twenty]

I already have a 5wt and a 6wt set up.

My 7/8 is for the big 'uns.

[MakersTeleMark]

I can't believe you use that Battenkill in that weight. The drag on it sucks. I have one, albeit much smaller, and only use it for appropriate sized fishies. Try a larger reel with a more advanced drag, you'll fall in love. Also, going to a mid/large arbor is really a no brainier if you need to buy a new reel.

[Hugh Conway]

the Battenkill isn't horrible. Just use less backing. <shrug >

[khakis]

not large arbor, but it's in my neighborhood and I'd be happy to play gopher if you want it
http://denver.craigslist.org/spo/737016985.html

[Jaxson]

I think you may enjoy a LA machined reel with a different drag as compared to the Orvis BK. I have a Redington AL 7/8 in Gold that I do not use. It's a new reel that was being discontinued during the Redington-Orvis-Sage transition. Not the best drag but it is okay and a definate step up from the BK. I would part with it for an even $100 shipped. PM if interested in a pic etc...

[72Twenty]

Trigger = pulled.

Just ordered the Albright Popo Agie ELA 7/8 from STP. Got it for under a hundred bucks and ordered a line from there too. I should have it sometime next week.

[72Twenty]

Holy crap, that was fast! Reel delivered today! I ordered it less than 24hrs ago and paid for standard shipping (3 to 6 days). I guess it helps to live fairly close to the warehouse.