REEL COVERS

[LTM]

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

[coastalVT]

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

[coastalVT]

Leo,
Take a look on page 4 of this post.
http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=8646.45

[jay2578]

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.

[Shark Hunter]

I use Crown Royal Bags. Inexpensive and keeps them from getting scratched up. It only works on reels up to 6/0 size.

[LTM]

Thanx, Ive seen the jiggingworld offerings, anybody try them yet?

[Bryan Young]

I use old socks.  I'm super low tech I guess.

[bluefish69]

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.

[Shark Hunter]

No Mike, I'm off the hard stuff. You can buy them on ebay.

[Keta]

I use Crown Royal Bags. Inexpensive and keeps them from getting scratched up. It only works on reels up to 6/0 size.

X2

[bluefish69]

No Mike, I'm off the hard stuff. You can buy them on ebay.

Good for you. I have to make a beer run, maybe Saturday

[foakes]

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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[LTM]

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

[day0ne]

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.

[LTM]

Dayone,

Do you have a link to that vendor?

Leo