ECHO ION Reels The ECHO ION reels are the best reel we have ever seen in this price category. They are what we call a hybrid design and are available in 4 sizes. They are made from cast aluminum and then machined to provide the benefits of a machined bar stock reel without the high price associated with "fully" machined reels. They have full ball bearing construction and a solid cork disc drag. If these reels were machined and anodised they would sell for more than twice the price. As with all die cast reels they are painted and we chose matte black to provide the best looking long lasting finish. The two larger sizes of reels are designed to fit the line sizes needed for the two hand market. For the two larger size reels we offer an optional oversized drag knob made from solid brass. This knob, sold separately, adds 2.3 oz/ 65g to the reel weight helping the reel "balance" with long two hand rods. ECHO ION reels have stainless steel internal components and are primarily designed for fresh water use. They can be used in the salt providing extra care is taken to clean and lubricate the reel after each day on the water to help extend the reels life span.
ECHO ION Reels feature: - Maintenance-free Rulon disc drag with low start-up resistance - Backlash-free, instant drag reaction from one-way roller clutch bearing - Positive position click drag knob - Lightweight hybrid design balances with lighter rods - Incoming/outgoing auduble click - Durable solid alloy construction - Fast line pickup large arbor spool - Available in 4/5, 6/7, 8/10 and 10/12 sizes
