Shop Talk: Drag Systems

Fly reels are more than just line holders. They're engineering marvels which, when well-built, can last a lifetime.
In our latest Shop Talk, Living Waters' owner Chris Johnson discusses a few of the most common drag systems found in modern day fly reels, what sets each apart, and when to reach for one type of drag over another.
Abel Reels
Hatch Outdoors
Nautilus Reels
Ross Reels
Temple Fork Outfitters
Waterworks-Lamson

[@alexargyros7186]

Very thorough discussion of various kinds of fly reel drag systems. Great work Chris.

[@charlieboutin3341]

Excellent description and narration.👍👍Thanks Chris. That’s a beautiful looking flyshop also. I’ll try to get up there soon. Good fishing to you guys! 🎣

[@mommaangler]

Love the video, guys!! Great topic! Also, Hatch reels ROCK 😬😀😀 Love ours, appreciate all the help!

[@LouisianaBlackwaterFlyFishing]

Learned so much for this video :)

[@709709709]

Don't understand... for disc drags, how does these contained washers interact with the spinning spool?