Folks,
I buy reel covers when I buy the reel, or before taking it out fishing. This has served me well and protected the reels over decades. I used to buy the "Blue Water" brand for those who are familiar with them. They are a semi-heavy blue nylon with gold/yellow piping around the edges. What Ive found is that they break down over the years and the small amount of foam in the piping starts to decay and leave yellow foam dust everywhere. Ive a few neoprene progear covers for my small bait casters that are wearing very well over time and I like the concept of neoprene for reels; soft and the padding is very protective against bumps and brusies.
So, now I need covers for my Saltiga 30T and a Penn 750SS spinner and eventually replacements for my other decaying covers. Any suggestions?
Thanx,
Leo
I came across a post here from Jigging World advertising new reel covers. Try checking/searching posts from Jigging world. I'll look for it too.
J
Leo,
Take a look on page 4 of this post.
http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=8646.45
Hi guys,
I use the IMAX neoprene reel covers for my Abu's and they can be put on the reel even if its fitted to the rod.
The neoprene is reasonably thick and offers good protection. Only had them for about 6 months so time will tell, but they look pretty good quality.
I use Crown Royal Bags. Inexpensive and keeps them from getting scratched up. It only works on reels up to 6/0 size.
Thanx, Ive seen the jiggingworld offerings, anybody try them yet?
I use old socks. I'm super low tech I guess.
Quote from: Shark Hunter on February 20, 2014, 06:40:50 PM
I use Crown Royal Bags. Inexpensive and keeps them from getting scratched up. It only works on reels up to 6/0 size.
You must walk around with a glow all day.
No Mike, I'm off the hard stuff. ;D You can buy them on ebay.
Quote from: Shark Hunter on February 20, 2014, 06:40:50 PM
I use Crown Royal Bags. Inexpensive and keeps them from getting scratched up. It only works on reels up to 6/0 size.
X2
Quote from: Shark Hunter on February 20, 2014, 11:07:01 PM
No Mike, I'm off the hard stuff. ;D You can buy them on ebay.
Good for you. I have to make a beer run, maybe Saturday
Over the years, I have used plastic, vinyl, cloth, flannel, canvas, etc.
For the last few years, I have a lady who makes me (3) sizes of POLARTEC cloth bags with a cord type drawstring. She also installs the spring type push-button cord keepers commonly found on outdoor equipment.
No scratches -- breathable -- no rust or condensation -- simple, plain, and non-descript -- I can put 30 or 40 reels in a plastic bin, and never be concerned. They also work great on a rod, in boats to prevent boat rash when moving, or to hide a camera, cellphone, iPad, Garmin, wallet, or anything of value that I don't want out in plain sight.
My wife could make these -- but she is busy also -- and the lady who makes them for me could use the activity and the extra income. I generally order 200 - 400 at a time in all three sizes to take care of any reels from microlights to large off-shores. Use about 800 a year.
In 8 years, I have never had an issue with any of the bags -- and my clients just love them -- and are willing to pay for them.
The lady charges me $3.00 to $5.00 each -- and I mark them up a buck.
Best, Fred
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Thanx Fred for the offer, however Im looking for a water repelling cover (not sack) to use on the boat and in transport while on the reel.
Thank you,
Leo
I use the Penn neoprene ones on Penns, the Shimano neoprene ones on Shimanos and the ones sold on ebay by Jaws Fishing Tackle (baja2851) on all the rest. They are a heavy neoprene wrap around style for conventionals and a sort of pocket type for spinners.
Dayone,
Do you have a link to that vendor?
Leo
Foakes,
My wife could make those also, but not at that price. I may be getting a few of those from you.
Ron
Hi Ron --
My wife could make them also -- but as most of us know -- they would be much, much more expensive when is all said and done -- and I couldn't afford the additional charges that would surely come a little later! Of course, I am just joking (my wife would make them if I asked her to because she would like to help out).
Plus, it is just nice to order them -- get them in a timely fashion -- and be done with any potential drama.
I obviously am not doing it to make money -- it is just a simple way to protect the reel when being transported, stored, or in danger of being bumped around.
They are not as nice as the fancy ones made of neoprene and such -- but they really protect the reels -- and allow them to not develop condensation or rust issues.
If I was on a long range trip with some really nice reels -- the neoprene type would probably be in order -- or even the red nylon ones made by Penn years ago.
Glad to help anyone out who may need some.
Best,
Fred
I think polar fleece is a perfect material for everything you've mentioned. I've been bugging the wife far a bit to make some custom fit to my reels, but the pouch may actually be more convenient.
Ron
Quote from: LTM on February 22, 2014, 03:15:22 AM
Dayone,
Do you have a link to that vendor?
Leo
http://stores.ebay.com/Jaws-Fishing-Tackle?_trksid=p2047675.l2563
I think he is out of pocket, so there aren't many listings right now, but he will be back. I believe his name is Arthur Wu (or Woo?)
I bought 3 of those Jaws Reel covers in the last month and they are great. Nice and rugged, really protect the reel nicely.
One for an 80S and 2 for 50SW's.
Quote from: LTM on February 22, 2014, 03:15:22 AM
Dayone,
Do you have a link to that vendor?
Leo
Chark Bait has them. Dominick
My 2 cents would be:
Don't use your neoprene covers on the boat, unless only in the cabin or for transport to the boat and from.
I think they are just a bad idea.
I've seen my share of neoprene covers do more destruction to a quality or keepsake reel than not.
Neoprene doesn't breath, takes a long time to dry, and unless you THOUROGHLY WASH, not just rinse, your cover after the boat trip, Dry it completely BEFORE wrapping your already rinsed and dried reel inside...you are asking for trouble..
Cloth bags make you want to keep them dry...and when you do salt will never accumulate.
When in doubt, rinse it out.. toss it in the dryer.
Its almost impossible to rinse all the salt out of a neoprene reel cover that has been riding on the gunwale soaking up salt water all day.
Save your reel covers for storage and transport only... That's the best way to protect your investment.