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  1. 01-13-2009, 12:24 AM #1
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    Default Orvis Battenkill Reels

    Has anybody had any experience witht these reels? I have never purchased from Orvis and unfamiliar with their reels.

    http://www.orvis.com/store/productch...d=17373&bhcp=1

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    Logan,

    I have been using Orvis Battenkill reels for many years. I started off with the original Battenkill Disc Drag for saltwater fishing and graduated to the Battenkill large arbor and the Mach reel.

    Love them all.

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    i have 2 and i absolutely love them!
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    Grand reels. Can't go wrong.
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    Logan -

    The Orvis BBS reels are a dandy reel and a great value. Same can be said of several other Orvis reels - e.g. the Battenkill Mid Arbor. You won't go wrong with one of these.

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    I LOVE mine...I have the Mid Arbor


    here is a video

    Battenkill Mid Arbor

    Battenkill Large Arbor
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    I have a BBS and a Battenkill Disc. They are my end all reels. I wouldn't consider ever trading or selling either. Not only are they priced right, but they sound good with a fish on.
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    I have a battenkill bar stock BBS and my son has an Orivis Battenkill Mid Arbor. Both are fine reels.

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    The BBS reels that I own were purchased because of their lightweight and reasonable price.Orvis has been with us for with us many decades for good reason,in my opinion.

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    I have 3 Battenkill Reels. Good drag system on them and very reliable and my clients like them. And of coarse you cant beat the price.
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