So much depends on how much wonga you want spend. A 5wt trout reel holds line and backing, rarely will the drag come into play, especially if you are fishing for bookies.

Galvan, Bauer, Ross, Lampson are all good reputable manufacturers and great reels. I own one or more of each, they're fantastic.

I hate Whorvis, but you go the cheapo route (under a $100) with a good warranty and buy a Battenkill. It is a good trout reel and Whorvis will stand behind it. I'd buy a Battnekill before a LL Bean.


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