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Run Reel

Run Reel

The RUN 5/6 will change the way you think about lightweight trout reels.

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Regular price $139.99
Regular price Sale price $139.99
From Montana trout to tailing redfish on the flood tide, RUN is a lightweight, large-arbor fly reel with durable die-cast aluminum construction, a ported arbor to cut weight, and a smooth, reliable ca

Specs

Run 5/6 Reel

SKU: 5-5512R5603

Basics
  • The line weights the reel is built to hold (e.g., 5/6). Match it to the rod's line size for proper balance and capacity. 5/6
  • The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. All-Around and Spey
  • What the reel is made of, such as machined or die-cast aluminum. Material affects weight, strength and durability. Die-Cast Aluminum
Drag System
  • The braking system inside the reel that applies resistance to slow a running fish, such as a sealed disc drag or click-and-pawl. Carbon Fiber
  • The maximum resistance the drag can put on the line, usually in pounds. Higher numbers help stop bigger, stronger fish.
    Drag Strength: Moderate
  • Drag Knob Easy Adjusting Recessed Drag Knob That Won't Catch Line
Reel & Spool
  • The finish color of the reel. Burgundy
  • The diameter of the spool's center. Larger arbors retrieve more line per turn; smaller arbors hold more fly line and backing. Large
Components
  • The knob on the reel used to turn the spool and reel in line. Its shape and material affect grip and comfort. Twin-Molded, Soft-Touch Ergonomic Handle
  • How the spool is removed from the reel frame, such as a screw fit, push button or pressure release. Push-Button Release Spool
  • The case or pouch that protects the reel during travel and storage. Nylon Reel Case

Overall rating: 4.752809 / 5 from 89 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Run Reel is highly regarded for its outstanding drag system and lightweight design. Customers also appreciate its great value and high quality, making it a popular choice among users.

Summary topics

  • Value for Money (9%): Customers loved the great value of this product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Quality (8%): Customers keep praising the high quality of the product, which is a common opinion among the reviews.
  • Reel Performance (58%): Many customers remarked that this reel is great and highly recommended, making it a popular choice.
  • Drag System (29%): A significant number of customers raved about the outstanding drag system and lightweight design of the product.
  • Aesthetic Appeal (12%): Customers loved the looks of the product, describing it as good, great, outstanding, and nice sounding.

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Review highlights

  • "It’s reliable, light weight, the drag system is smooth and is a great reel at a great price." — Tim J.
  • "excellent quality, smooth operation, lightweight, good drag, attractive price point for a reel of such qualirty" — James G.
  • "Nice light weight reel" — Bernard B.

Reviews

A reel for everything

"I bought these reels for backup. When my passengers fail a reel, or need an extra coil to install another line, I replace it with this one and you can continue fishing without problems. The truth is, it's incredible!!! For the price and quality. 100% recommended."

— Pedro F. (5/5)

Sent back 3 times

"I really have wanted to like this reel. I own 2 of them as well as a rise so I can swap spools between them. I've had trouble with the reels going into free spool and not being able to have any drag which causes the reel to "over spool". I've sent one back wich was repaired (twice) and returned to me . I just sent the newer one back for the same issue and they told me it wasn't a warranty issue and if I'd like to have it fixed it would cost me $50. This is the 3rd time I've had issues with the run reels so I'm done spending money on it. this reel had very little use as its basicly my 3rd reel in line to use for my 5 weights. I'm disapointed again by Farbanks "lifetime warranty". I'm sure its a $2 part that they could replace and the reel would work fine and I wouldn't have to write a bad review. Farbanks, please send it back to me as I can use the spool for my Rise reel."

— Dave C. (2/5)

Run reels are the best of all worlds.

"I now have four of these reels on both Redington and Sage rods. Also have a Sage Arbor XL in my 6 weight. The Run reels are a great combination of light weight and very affordable and perform consistently well in all weather."

— William S. (5/5)

Amazing reel. Gave my son

"Amazing reel. Gave my son this for Christmas and he was ecstatic."

— Natalie S. (5/5)

Love it

"Great product love my run 5/6 on my EDC. Paint will chip a little if you are hard on your things but like I said hard on your things. Great drag system easy to use and clean."

— Alex O. (5/5)

Awesome reel!

"I use this with my 3wt fly rod and it is a lot of fun. Haven’t to switch around the retrieve from left to right can be a tad difficult but once you figure it out, your set. This reel along with my fly rod held up really well in the creek with multiple trouts. Highly recommend it!"

— Micah C. (5/5)

Great Reel

"great reel. II love the look of this reel on my bass rod"

— Jeff F. (5/5)

Sockeye test

"Have held up and kept a smooth drag on a couple days of sockeye fishing."

— Nathan P. (5/5)

Run to get this reel

"This reel is a perfect choice for a quality reel with excellent features at a great price. Can't go wrong for beginner or expert."

— Kevin G. (4/5)

Super light! Great reel for

"Super light! Great reel for my 5wt, paired w Rio Premier Outbound Short Already got a huge peacock bass on it!"

— Robert M. (5/5)

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