New reel

[mrwjobs1972]

Im in the market for a new 4wt reel. im looking to keep the price to under 300. can u guys give me an idea of what u think the best reel for around that price.
thinking about the Ross evolution LT 1.5 but have read mixed reviews on the start up inertia. anyone herd anything about that
was also thinking of bucking up a bit more n maybe getting a hatch.. i dont no so many choices.. im also starting to think maybe i really dont need to spend that much
any ideas would be appreciated

 

[BobC]

I have Ross Evolution 1.5, 1, and 0. I've used them for years. I also have the Hatch 2 Plus which I bought about a year ago to use on a 3 wt. Both the Ross and Hatch work great. The Hatch is a bit more upscale, but I've never had a problem with any of the Ross Evolution reels. It's very easy to remove the spools from both the Ross and the Hatch, unlike my Lamson (also a great reel) which gives me fits (mainly because I'm mechanically inept).

 

[mrwjobs1972]

I have Ross Evolution 1.5, 1, and 0. I've used them for years. I also have the Hatch 2 Plus which I bought about a year ago to use on a 3 wt. Both the Ross and Hatch work great. The Hatch is a bit more upscale, but I've never had a problem with any of the Ross Evolution reels. It's very easy to remove the spools from both the Ross and the Hatch, unlike my Lamson (also a great reel) which gives me fits (mainly because I'm mechanically inept).

awesome thanks for the help. the review i read about the start up inertia was from trident.com. an that was the only one that said anything about that which i thought was very strange being a highly rated company.. silly

 

[JeffK]

Start up inertia? How heavy is the spool? I'm not buying it. Start friction can be an issue, but inertia?

Now that I have that engineering rant out of the way, I think almost anything will suit you fine. What about the Ross Gunnison? Maybe a little heavy (but is it too heavy?), however, that reel is a reliable workhorse for a lifetime.

In general, I go for click pawl reels for 4 wt. No need for a drag that adds a little weight. Plenty of choices out there, Orvis Battenkill, new Medalist or Cabelas CGR for a retro look. Sage Click or Galvan brookie for a more modern look. Plenty of other options.

Lamson reels may fit you as well.

 

[lightenup]

I don't know what they cost, but Bauer makes a fantastic reel.....

 

[WBDluver]

I don't know what they cost, but Bauer makes a fantastic reel.....

Bauers are for sissies

 

[lightenup]

Bauers are for sissies

So, you own a bunch of them?

 

[cms829]

I picked up an orvis mirage LA II for like $150 two weeks ago. The website had them on sale, but none available when I went to order. So I called and they checked retail stores. Found a few hanging around and gave me the number to call. I called and painlessly got a $450 reel for $150 with backing shipped to me in two days. Not sure if your still looking, but couldn't hurt giving them a call.

Its a beautiful reel. I know its not made in the US (the current one now is), but you cannot beat that price for such a nice reel.

 

[mrwjobs1972]

yup i got one of those also. not a 2 but a 3 for my 6wt.. i think it was an awesome deal

 

[sh4ne87]

I really like the nautilus reels . Same price range you're looking at.

 

[CTobias]

Hatch Finatic 1 Plus or 2 Plus.