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kingfisher
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Cassette Reels Jan 13, 2010 7:50:43 GMT

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Post by kingfisher on Jan 13, 2010 7:50:43 GMT

As above, does any one think that Hardy (in particular) has dumbed down its product quality by offering a Demon Salmon reel with a plastic cassette type reel. Particularly at the price of £320 albeit you get two spools with it

www.fishtec.co.uk/productdetailinfowithoptions.cfm/fly-reels-and-spools/hardy-demon-fly-reel/40/no/44247

Seems a lot of cash for that IMHO. Anybody got one and care to comment on the reels performance.

kf

salmostalker
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Cassette Reels Jan 13, 2010 21:16:30 GMT

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Post by salmostalker on Jan 13, 2010 21:16:30 GMT

KF,

I have one with several spare spools and absolutely love it. It feels strong as an ox yet smooth. I got rid on an original Angel for this purely down to the cost of spools, but have been pleasantly surprised. This reel landed a 25lbs springer last season after a good 40 minute fight and never once did I have the wobblesjams I had with the Angel. Hardy seem to be going through a hard time just now from most quarters, but I am prepared to stick with them a little longer.