Echo Fly Reels
Tim Rajeff had already been designing fly rods for decades when he started Echo Fly Fishing in 2001. Since then the champion fly caster has been committed to providing high quality, yet affordable fly fishing rods and reels that are accessible for the everyday angler. So let’s dive in for a look at the complete line of Echo fly reels.
Echo Fly Reels
Echo Bravo Fly Reel
The Echo Bravo is the big boy reel for the Echo line. The smallest model is a 7/9 weight so it’s clear this is meant for the big fish.
This saltwater-safe reel features their “Pit Stop” carbon disc drag, a premium roller clutch bearing for instant torque, and a large arbor design.
Available in the following models:
| 7/9 weight |
| 8/10 weight |
| 10/12 weight |
Echo Bravo LT Fly Reel
While the Bravo is clearly the large saltwater choice, the Bravo LT is a model with shaved down weight that comes in smaller weights. It still includes a 4 layer carbon disc drag and also features the same large arbor as the Bravo.
It also features a durable allow construction and a premium roller clutch bearing to instantly engage the drag system.
Available in the following models:
| 4/5 weight |
| 6/7 weight |
| 8/10 weight |
Echo Shadow Click Fly Reel
The Echo Shadow Click reel is their click pawl offering for anglers who want that classic sound and experience. It has a durable allow construction and an extremely lightweight design.
It also has an adjustable frame to get out of the way of your fly line and even makes it more conducive for euro nymphing.
To learn more, check out our full Echo Shadow Click Fly Reel Review.
Available in the following models:
| 2/3 weight |
| 4/5 weight |
Echo Ion Fly Reel
The Echo Ion is their general purpose reel that will cover most fly fishing scenarios. It’s available from 2/3 weight for small stream fishing all the way up to 10/12 weight for the big fish. It features a durable alloy construction and a very powerful disc drag.
The large arbor design increases the rate of line retrieval and the large drag adjustment knob makes for easy access while fighting fish.
To learn more, check out our full Echo Ion Fly Reel Review.
Available in the following models:
| 2/3 weight |
| 4/5 weight |
| 6/7 weight |
| 7/9 weight |
| 8/10 weight |
| 10/12 weight |
Echo Base Fly Reel
The Echo Base reel is exactly what it’s name says. It’s the base level model for entry level anglers. Almost every reel company has some sort of cheap entry level model, but this one is a bit of a step up from those.
One of the primary differences is that it’s made from a composite from but also includes stainless steel inner components as well as a rulon drag system. This is definitely a solid choice for a first reel.
To learn more, check out our full Echo Base Fly Reel Review
Available in the following models:
| 2/3 weight |
| 4/5 weight |
| 6/8 weight |
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