WTB reel for 7wt

[PV_Premier]

Having a bit of trouble finding a decent reel to balance a recently purchased 10' 7wt Echo Ion.

Top end of budget ~$200 including shipping. Would prefer something that will hold up to some salt as I will be using it on sea-run browns in an upcoming NZ trip. Otherwise planning to do lots of nymphing and maybe a bit of steelheading with it.

Post or PM me with what you've got and what you are asking. Doesn't need to be lined.

Prefer a Galvan or Lamson but open to ideas/options. I have a 1st gen Lamson Guru 3 that I am pretty happy with and works on my 5wt switch, but it isn't quite right for this rod...

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

The fly reels today in that price range are very light weight so you might want to get an 8 weight reel to balance your 10 foot rod.

If it is too big I just use 30 pound Dacron backing.

[JayDubP]

I agree with Bill and have nothing for sale but I have used that same rod for couple of years and love it. I tried several reels and best match for me is a Lamson Velocity Hard Alox II in 3.5 size. I have both 3.5 spool and 3.5X spool (extra line capacity). Weight of reel is 5.90 oz.

[Sheepdog8404]

I have an Allen Kraken 3 in excellent condition. That I've been thinking of getting rid of. PM if you're interested.

[onlyworms]

If you can afford the luxury of a new reel with a spare spool for about $350, I have a Waterworks/Lamson and a Loop that would fit you

[PV_Premier]

If you can afford the luxury of a new reel with a spare spool for about $350, I have a Waterworks/Lamson and a Loop that would fit you

Depending on the model of the Lamson I might be interested. Please PM with details.

[PV_Premier]

Bump ahead of the weekend...still looking...

[trouterfan1]

Check out scientific anglers ampere electron or ampere voltage fly reels size IV. You can pick one up for well under $200 if you shop around. PM for the deal if interested.

[dynaflow]

Redington's Behemoth range offers outstanding value in a L/A reel and all have a 30lb.drag...