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The Flystart is a hybrid large arbor fly reel that is inexpensive, yet built with the same commitment to quality and performance as all Ross reels. The drag system is designed to be smooth, consistent and have a wide range of adjustment. Fly fishing is a sport that everyone can enjoy, but for many people, the price of fly tackle is often a barrier to participation. The Ross team was committed to producing an introductory priced fly reel that would perform to the expectations of even the most experienced angler, and the Flystart series perfectly meets this goal. You will be amazed with its quality in manufacturing tolerance, drag performance and sound. The Flystart is a great reel for first-time fly fishing participants that demand quality, but do not want to spend a fortune gearing up to fish.
The Flystart series come with the following standard features:
- Manufactured out of high quality aluminum
- Self-lubricating, synthetic drag system that is virtually maintenance free
- Electrostatically coated for the perfect balance of hardness and color
- Seamless transition between line-in and drag engagement (no start-up friction)
- Quick release locking spool
- Easy left-hand to right-hand retrieve conversion
- Exposed spool rim for palming
FRAME/SPOOL MATERIAL High quality aluminum alloy
MANUFACTURING SPECIFICATIONS Gravity fed - cast aluminum, 1 piece frame, 2 piece assembled spool, machine finished
DRAG MATERIAL 500P Ð space-age polymer that is durable, heat resistant, self-lubricating and maintenance free
DRAG ENGAGEMENT SYSTEM Delrin 500P interface Ð offset gear-to-gear disc drag engagement
ESCAPEMENT SYSTEM Pawl engagement
SPOOL ROTATION MECHANISM Oil impregnated bronze bushings rotating on a stainless steel spindle
FINISH Corrosion resistant electrostatic coating
NUMBER OF REELS IN SERIES 4
FLY ROD COVERAGE 3wt. - 8wt.
FISHING APPLICATION Designed for use in all freshwater and saltwater fishing environments
| Model | #1 | #2 | #3 | #4 |
| Width (spool): | .90" | .95" | 1.00" | 1.10" |
| Diameter: | 3.00" | 3.25" | 3.50" | 3.75" |
| Weight: | 5.2 oz. | 5.5 oz. | 6.0 oz. | 6.6 oz. |
| Line Weight: | 3-5wt. | 4-6wt. | 5-7wt. | 6-8wt. |
| Capacity: | WF4+50 | WF5+125 | WF6+175 | WF7+225 |
| Reel price: | $40.00 | $45.00 | $50.00 | $55.00 |
| Spool price: | $22.00 | $24.00 | $26.00 | $28.00 |
AVAILABLE COLORS Black and Titanium