Awesome fly reels cheap

[tnharleyman]

Ok, I know this is going to sound like a sales pitch, but I get absolutely nothing out of anyone buying one of these fly reels. I stumbled across their reels on Ebay and boy am I ever glad I did! Here is a link to the companie's website http://www.allenflyfishing.com/xl.html I got my reel in today and I couldn't be happier! The reel I got sells for $75.00 on their website, and spare spools are only $30.00. Here is what their website says about the XL reel that I recieved today...The XL Series features a larger arbor spool with a very smooth and flawless bearing system.
With it's straight forward bearing design. It provides a better access to the maintenance of the reel.

With it being CNC machined from bar stock aluminum and stainless steel. It gives the reel a corrosion resistance finish that's suitable for fresh and saltwater use.

As with all our reels, the drag system is our main concentration. It's a carbon sealed disc drag. The carbon allows a stronger grab letting you take more control of the reel without losing your line. It's proven great success with our Alpha Series.

Other features include; an Anti tangle counter balanced spool, 2+1 BB, 1:1 gear ratio, exposed palming rim, easy right to left hand exchange, and a large knob for adjustable drag for better control.

Let me know what you all think. I am so sorry, I thought these were U.S. made, but now I find out I was wrong. These are still very nice reels though. Thank you all and take care,
Erby

[FishnDave]

I understand your excitement.
I bought a pair of the XL reels a while back as well. Very similar in looks to the Cabela's SLA fly reel (the black version, of course). The reel feels very solid. I spooled up the 5/6 size with 125 yds of Cortland Micron Backing, plus a 5wt WF Floating fly line that was 85' long.

They really seem to be an excellent value for the price.

The reels are all set to go, but I can't fish them until all this darn snow and ice disappears!!

[garb72]

I got mine (5/6) about a month ago and it is solid for sure and i also got it with 2 extra spools... I love the thing and I'm sure there will be more in the future for me.

[tnharleyman]

I just recieved an email back from them that said if you have allready purchased one, you can purchase additional reels for $48.00 each !!!! It just keeps getting better all the time. Glad you guys like yours as well. Tight lines and god bless,

Erby

[Big Bad Wulff]

I think this was posted before.
Looks like a copy of a Cabelas SLA reel............or vice versa.

[Lew]

I added a reel to the "cart" on the website, but it won't let me put any extra spools in. Anybody else have trouble with it?

[Cfisher]

JUst a word of warning. Cabelas had a TON of trouble with this design and discontinued it. Maybe it is not exactly the same but be careful. Cfisher

[ErnieBall]

I've been in contact with them - trying to find some more reviews online, but the site has definitely peaked my interest.

[FishnDave]

I used the SLA quite a bit last year. Caught 2 of my 3 biggest fly-rod fish on it. Never had a problem with it at all.

The Allen & Co XL, to me, actually feels a bit more solid and sturdy. The XL looks very similar to the SLA, but isn't identical.

The vests/packs appear to have many of the same features as some of the Fishpond offerings.

[ErnieBall]

The packs I wouldnt be worried about - I'm sure they are top notch. You are essentially paying that much for the fishpond name. I wish they had a waterdance knock-off, I'd buy it in a second. I am very interested in hearing some reviews of the fly line and hooks - because if they are as good as the prices, I will go crazy on that site -haha.