Sealed Carbon Drag + Dual Clicker Control (SCS System)
At the heart of every SPEY Reel is a redesigned version of our trusted Sealed Carbon System (SCS) Drag, now upgraded with two major evolutions:
1) Newly Formulated O-Ring Seals
Our proprietary O-rings are engineered to withstand greater compression, creating a stronger seal while resisting fatigue and wear over time. The result is a drag system built to handle harsh weather, heavy use, and long seasons chasing anadromous fish.
2) Custom Dual-Clicker System
We redesigned the clicker system and added a second clicker, resulting in:
- Increased durability
- Stronger, more satisfying resonance
- Better amplification
- Reduced free-spool rotation
That last point matters: less unwanted spool rotation means you keep more effective fishing distance, especially when wading, swinging, and stripping line between casts.
One-Revolution Drag Knob (Precision Adjustments)
The SPEY Reel features a one-revolution drag knob with:
- 20 numbered drag settings
- Half-detents for fine tuning
- Consistent, repeatable drag you can return to again and again
Spey-Tuned Frame + Spool Design (Balance + Line Management)
Spey rods are long. Spey lines are thick. Spey casting systems demand balance.
So we gave the frame system equal attention — not as an afterthought, but as a core performance feature.
Fine-Tuned Weight & Rod Balance
The SPEY Reel is ported strategically (or intentionally not ported) to create the correct overall mass for long two-handed rods.
We also repositioned the reel foot away from exact center to better align with the reel’s true center of mass, producing a more uniform axial balance when mounted on a Spey rod.
Full-Frame Design for Shooting Line Security
A full-frame build eliminates the risk of thin running line slipping between spool and frame — a major advantage when fishing:
- Skagit systems
- Long shooting heads
- Thin-diameter running lines
Radiused Reel Foot for Leader Protection
We machined a smooth radius around the reel foot for comfortable wrapping and to prevent:
- Kinks
- Memory
- Damage to leader, tip, or tippet
Easy Retrieve Conversion
Retrieve direction changes quickly with a simple flip of the clutch bearing — no hassle, no complicated teardown.
Wide Palming Rim
A wide palming rim adds another layer of control when the fish decides to go full freight train.
