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Colorado 2021 Spool
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
Discover the Colorado 2021 Reel - a perfect blend of classic and modern. Ideal for small and large rivers, featuring a click-pawl drag system and a semi-caged frame for strength and lightweight balance. Dont miss the stunning San Juan mountains silhouette.
Deep Dive
Why We Love the Colorado 2021 Reel
The Colorado 2021 Reel combines the classic charm of a click-pawl reel with contemporary durability and style. This unique fly reel offers vintage features that appeal to spring-and-pawl enthusiasts, while its modern construction allows us to tackle fishing in rivers of all sizes. With its semi-caged frame, the reel provides both rigidity and strength without compromising on weight, ensuring a well-balanced setup with lightweight fly rods. To top it off, the reel boasts a machined silhouette of the breathtaking San Juan mountains, adding a touch of beauty to its functionality that can be proudly displayed both on and off the water.
Product Details
• Perfect for fishing in small and large rivers
• Features a traditional, unidirectional click-pawl drag system
• Semi-caged frame offers unmatched strength without adding unnecessary weight
• Canvas-lined handle provides a firm grip, even when wet
Specs
Material: The frame and spool of this fishing reel are made from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, while the handle is constructed from 7075-T6 chromated aluminum. The drag mechanism is made of stainless steel.
Drag System: This reel features a spring-and-pawl drag system.
Backing Capacity: The backing capacity for this reel varies depending on the size. For the 2/3 size, it can hold WF2 + 75 or WF3 + 50, while the 4/5 size can accommodate WF4 + 90 or WF5 + 75.
Diameter: The diameter of the 2/3 size reel is 3.22 inches, and the 4/5 size reel has a diameter of 3.57 inches.
Fly Line Weight: The 2/3 size reel is suitable for 2 - 3wt fly line weight, while the 4/5 size reel is designed for 4 - 5wt fly line weight.
Left and Right Handed Operation: This reel can be operated with both left and right hands.
Claimed Weight: The 2/3 size reel has a claimed weight of 3.2oz, while the 4/5 size reel weighs 3.5oz.
Manufacturer Warranty: This reel comes with a lifetime manufacturer warranty.
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