Fly Fishing Tackle: Greys G Tec 350 Fly Reel Review

As an avid fly fisherman, I'm always searching for new tackle. Reels are particularly tempting to me. In actuality, I'm somewhat a collector of high quality reels. One that I've currently added to my assortment is the Greys G
Tec 350. Take a look at why I chose it.

Fly Fishing Tackle - About the Greys G Tec 350 Fly Reel

This is a disc drag large arbour fly fishing reel that has an outstanding price-performance ratio. A UK product, the G Tec 350 is manufactured using a sophisticated style that uses a proven multi-disc drag system. Precision made from bar stock, the fishing reel has a cageless, large arbour and is exactly balanced. With a lot of facility for backing, the 350 is designed with a ribbed, soft-touch handle which is easy to grip in all types of weather. The durable, hard anodised titanium finish of the top grade aluminium body extends this fishing reel a sleek, stylish look.

Fly Fishing Tackle - Additional Features of the G Tec 350

The G Tec 350 is equipped with four Rulon disk brake pads for perfect control. Machined from a superior grade alloy, the fishing reel has a considerable amount of drilled airing holes which also decrease the weight to only 6 ounces (173 grams). The reel's style is pleasing to the eye, with red detailing on the fishing reel foot and also a ribbed, soft touch red handle on the spool. The drag control knob is found on the back of the cage. One characteristic you are confident to appreciate in wintry, soggy weather would be the knurling on the outside border of the drag knob that requires just one turn to alter the drag from none to completely on.

Fly Fishing Tackle - Final Viewpoint on the G Tec 350 Fly Reel

It's really uncomplicated to change out the spool by way of a spring loaded lever positioned on the spool. Just adjust the lever and take off the spool. To transfer the fishing reel from left handed to right handed wind, basically just take out the spool and unscrew the retaining cap inside the spool in order to get to the main bearing. Then, merely take off the bearing, flip it over and put on the cap. There's little or no line memory, because of the giving width of the spool and also the large arbour. Look at what Greys themselves say about this remarkable fishing reel:

"The looks proclaim its uniqueness, but it's the performance that counts, and this is exemplary. Big fish anglers, competition anglers, anglers to whom every fish must be landed appreciate the four Rulon disc brake pads that give the most complete control throughout the fight. The genuine large arbour ensures that even lines as light as four weight touch down delicately with next to no memory. This is essential for dry fly and buzzer work especially. Every detail stresses the quality of the reel - down to the ribbed, soft touch handle that gives an impeccable, all-weather grip.". (Source: http://fly.greysfishing.com/)

Couldn't have said it better myself! The Greys G Tec 350 fly reel has been an excellent addition to my compilation of fly fishing tackle.

Get the Greys G Tec 350 fly reel at Keen's Tackle and Guns. For additional facts regarding fly fishing tackle, please visit www.keenstackleandguns.co.uk. Or phone them on 01656 722448.