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White River Fly Shop®'s Intruder Fly Reel is an outstanding value! This reel incorporates all the best features of reels costing much more. From the rapid retrieve large-arbor design and rugged disc drag, to the one-way bearing that makes it easy to switch from left- to right-hand cranking, this reel has plenty to offer. Other features include a quick-release spool and, of course, durable all-aluminum construction.
Rated 3 out of
5 by
Tout17 from
A decent purchaseI picked up a 5/6 wt intruder reel while in Branson. According to the spec. sheet you can put on 100 yds. of backing plus WF5F line. When I loaded the reel I was only able to load about 25yds of 20# backing and 95' of RIO IndicatorII line. Over all the reel is a good reel but I was disappointed by the amount of backing it was able to hold; if I am not careful when I finish fishing the line drags on the frame if the spool isn't filled evenly.
Date published: 2017-12-29
Rated 4 out of
5 by
walmpus1 from
Decent ReelI want to be clear: this a decent reel and nothing more. I say that because I have been fly fishing for over 30 years and I have had all levels of equipment pass through my hands. I was in need of a beater/back up reel and this was it. I took a look at it and was suprised it had a sealed drag. So for the price I decided to give it a shot in the 7/8 size.
I took it out and it didn't last a full hour. The drag was litterally coming apart. I used some tools to keep it going to try and finish out the morning fishing. It made it until the spool feel out, landed in the bottom of the boat and broke in half. Back to BPS it went. The never changed words. I left with a brand new reel that turned out to be so nice, I went back to get a spare spool and the reel itself was on sale for $19. So I just went ahead and bought another reel. That was over 5 years ago and I have yet to have an issue with either reel after handling many big smallmouth, largemouth, pike, BIG sheepshead, and Stripers. So I can say if your new to fly fishing or on a budget this is a decent reel work looking into. At this point, for the price, if one of my reels ever fail me I will gladly replace it.
Date published: 2017-02-28
Rated 3 out of
5 by
lkrigbaum from
It works, but just don't drop itI got this reel as a gift. I took a fly fishing course last fall and we went to bennett springs on a trip. Reel performed pretty well the whole trip minus it stopped clicking on the last day (not a huge deal as my class instructor fixed it). As I was loading everything in the vehicle for the way home, my reel fell about two feet out of the back of the vehicle and broke the part that attaches it to your rod. I tried glueing the piece back on with no success.I will however, probably buy the same reel to replace that one as I have several spools for it.
Date published: 2016-04-25
Rated 3 out of
5 by
Cimarron1982 from
Get what you pay forI've had this reel in a 5wt for a few months now. Obviously the price is extremely affordable and it has a great look and I love the large arbor design. It will hold plenty of line. Basically this is a great inexpensive reel that has all the features I am looking for. What it lacks is durability. After little use and normal wear and tear of fishing, including being dropped from about two feet above the ground - once, it began to fall apart. Bearings from within the drag system had come loose and caused a wobble that made it impossible to retrieve line effectively. I attempted to make adjustments to a screw on the drag and the screw head broke off as I applied very little pressure. I didn't expect this reel to last forever but the durability is less than I did expect. Good gear goes a long way to make the experience of fly fishing enjoyable an I recommend spending a little more to get more.
Date published: 2016-03-21
Rated 1 out of
5 by
waterwatcher from
Ever birdnested a flyline?The drag seems to work well, for a while, only to let go when you least expect it. Not only when a fish is pulling, but I've had the entire reel birdnest up while I was stripping line out preparing to cast. That cost me valuable fishing time, as I plucked out the tangled mess. As soon as I can, this reel goes back!
Date published: 2015-12-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
chbtinworks from
Affordable and reliableI have the 3/4 on an Orvis Clearwater 7'6'' 3wt. It balance the rod nicely. It holds line and backing as promised. I have yet to take a fish to reel but have landed some 2-3 pound bass on this set up. I am into catching fish, not spending money on fancy gear. This real helps me catch fish!
Date published: 2015-05-26
Rated 4 out of
5 by
squidmotion from
nice, for the pricenice reel. honestly, i don't know how anyone can make a discount reel this well, at this price. i got a few of these on sale, for use as freebies on fly rods i build.. i ended up fishing one, and have enjoyed the reels... not sure how they will hold up in a saltwater environment, but i'm happy with the drag.
Date published: 2015-03-13
Rated 4 out of
5 by
flyflisher from
tight with six weight lineVery pleased with this reel. Good drag system, very smooth retrieve. My only complaint is I could only get about 75 yards (and that's tight) of 20lb. backing on this for the line to fit in 6WF or would have given it 5 stars. For the price you can't go wrong, cheap as most spare spools. As for the backing capacity, not that big a deal for trout, but I also do alot of carp and stripped bass fishing, and if you hook a big one it would be nice to have a little more backing. I know I could have upsized but that kind of makes for an unblanced system. overall a great purchace.
i have a IN 7 8 and can you reverse the retrieve to left side retrieve and the drag button would be on your right hand when retrieving
Asked by: theee mannnnn
can you reverse the retrieve if yes how do you reverse the drag
Asked by: theee mannnnn
Will salt water hurt this reel?
Asked by: Chase98
Hi, the White River Fly Shop Intruder Fly Reels, SKU: 1955595 is made for freshwater fishing and we do not recommend using in saltwater. However, if used in saltwater it could be ruined if the reel is not thoroughly cleaned after saltwater use. The idea is to just wash the reel off with warm soapy water, not soak it. Rinsing is done with another wash cloth and tap water. Do not spray off the reel - it forces salty material into the reel and destroys it from the inside. You might try the Salt-Away SKU: 429425.
Thanks!
Answered by: BPSResource7
Date published: 2017-11-24
How much backing?
For the 5/6 size reel how many yards of 20 lb backing should I put on. I am using the Hobbs Creek WF-5F fly line (90 feet)
Asked by: Philbacca
Hi, for General Freshwater Fishing for 20 lb you will want 50 yards. The standard amounts other anglers usually add is 50 or 100 yards. Thank you!
Answered by: BPSResource7
Date published: 2017-06-01
Is this the same series of reel in the White River Silver Doctor outfit package?
I was given the White River Silver Doctor outfit that is being sold in stores, have not seen online. Is this the same reel? It looks similar.
Asked by: operator786
No, they are not the same reels. Thanks
Answered by: BPSResource7
Date published: 2017-06-01
Is there spare spools for this or should I buy a complete new one as a back up?
Asked by: Fishingbeachbum
There are spare spools available. I went back to my local BPS to get a spare spool but the reel was on sale for $19 so I just went ahead and bought another reel.
I think you will be ahead of the game, for the price, to just go ahead and buy another reel as a back up in case something happens. That way you can keep fishing and still change out the spool off of the bad reel.
Answered by: walmpus1
Date published: 2017-06-01
How do I change to right hand retieve?
Asked by: cgfrompa
There is a small spool release on the "axle" of the reel (opposite side of the crank). Just slide the lever and hold it as you pull the spool of the reel off. Then you take the reel off the rod and mount it 180° back on the rod, then put the spool back on the reel. That's it!
Answered by: w4xen
Date published: 2017-06-01
What are the diameters of the 5/6 and 7/8 reels
Asked by: SL42
1955596 is 3-1/4” and 1955597 is 3-3/4”.
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