Hi guys, I live in northern Canada and do a lot of pike fishing. I have a few sage rods and a Scott out for repair but just pulled the trigger on a TFO BC Big fly 8wt.
Some might say an 8wt is underlined for big pike, typically I’m catching over 30” fish and landed half a dozen +40”s last year on a 9wt, I figured this rod would suit my needs and with a fast sinking line I should be able to hook into some spawning lakers this spring.
Just curious if anyone has flicked this stick and wondering what reel matches well with it.
I am between a 7/8 Ross Evolution LTX or a Nautilus X XL max. I am leaning towards nautilus because of the flexibility with being able to have a 6/7 or 8/9 spool. Thinking a lighter reel will work better since the rod is a true 9ft but has the extended handle and extended fighting butt, heavier at the bottom. I have no fly shops near by so unable to compare.
Please let me know if you have any experiences with any of these products!
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Posted by westsidemelon
5 Comments
Nautilus is solid. Check out galvan too. Super underrated
That Hatch looks like a winner to me !
I like Nautilus & Galvan, both have served me well
I have several Hatch reels and they really are top notch and extremely durable. Fresh and saltwater no issues. They are lifetime reels.
Big Arbor reel carries a little more weight
Great mono rig reel on an 11″ rod