Fly fishing reels
Fly fishing is an art, the correct tackle is essential for fishing trout and salmon and many other species. The reels need to be light, smooth, easy to handle the line and delivering the fly precisely. Some of the reels through eBay are the best money can buy, but if you want the ultimate fly fishing experience then I suggest getting the best you can afford.
Fly reel
Fly reels come with three types of retrieval system, single action, multiplying and automatic. The common basic is the single, if you believe things in life should be simple then this is the reel for you. The single retrieval means that one turn of the handle equals one turn of the spool.The other two the multiplier and automatic retrieve line quicker because they are geared to turn the spool more often per handle revolution. automatic reels are just that, you press a button and the line comes in by itself, sounds good but believe me it not hassle free and lead to many hours of unravelling snags. I suggest the best type to get is the single action reel, less parts to worry about, safer fishing.
Fly reel or fly casting reel is simple in terms of construction, not a lot has changed from the design patented by Charles F. Orvis in 1874. The fly reel in recent years has seen the development of better reels and drags for fighting larger fish. Fly reel are normally operated by stripping line off the reel with one hand, while casting the rod with the other hand. Early fly reels often had no drag at all, just a click/pawl mechanism meant to keep the reel overrunning from the spool. To slow a fish, the angler applied pressure to the rim of the spool. Later, the click/pawl mechanisms were modified to give a limited adjustable drag.
There are lots of drag systems to choose from, but the most important thing to keep in mind is that it's a smooth one, they are normally more expensive. If the drag stuters when the line is pulled then you have the chance of breaking the leader and losing your catch.Get a reel that has an exposed rim on the spool so you can touch the spool as it spins, this means you can manually guage the pressure and get more control of the line speed.
Modern fly reels are more sophisticated disc-type drag systems made of composite materials featuring increased adjustment range, consistency, and resistance to high temperatures from drag friction. These fly reels also feature large-arbor spools designed to reduce line memory, maintain consistent drag and assist the quick retrieval of slack line.
Multiplier fly reels were widely available for fast retrieval. These reels had a geared line retrieve of 2:1 or 3:1 that allowed faster retrieval of the fly line. However, their additional weight, complexity and expense did not justify the advantage of faster line retrieval in the eyes of many anglers. As a result, today they are rarely used.