Raised Pillar Reels

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sun, 10 May 2009 21:07:10 GMT

Steve, that's very helpful and thanks for taking the time to do that.

Geary

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (sevilla315) — Sun, 10 May 2009 11:54:02 GMT

Geary,
I have just spooled up a Terenzio 4.5wt DTF to check for you (82') on my 306 and it would take about 20 yards of backing. There's no way a DT6 would fit on here or even a WF6 or the DT5 which I had originally intended to put (a Phoenix DT5F, 90').
The drag although a 7 position drag and functional, I would not call it strong, like say an Abel or Tibor. You would definitely still have to so some thumbing or spooling to apply pressure.
Cheers,
Steve

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sat, 09 May 2009 18:00:37 GMT

Bob, thanks for the response. I was just curious about your own experiences with the reels, and of course, you're correct about the different variables. I use silk lines for trout fishing, so that should actually allow for additional backing. For most trout fishing, you'll never see the backing, but there are those rare occasions.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BobS) — Sat, 09 May 2009 15:49:16 GMT

Geary:

Good question. I don't know the answer. Have never checked claim v. what I could actually get on the reel. On the other hand, have always felt there was enough for the type of trout fishing I do, which rarely puts me into the backing.

A couple variables that affect this issue are (1) the amount of clearance you like between the line and the frame when the reel is full(I like 1/4") and the brand (not just the type) of line you choose. Some lines are...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sat, 09 May 2009 08:31:53 GMT

BobS wrote:
You're welcome, Geary.

A couple other things, if you're considering buying a Godfrey rp: Along with fine construction, good looks and an adjustable drag that really works, you get:
1. Single-screw takedown (which makes cleaning easy);
2. Interchangeable spools at a very reasonable price; and,
3. Easy lhw/rhw conversion, by the user. No need to send the reel away for...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BobS) — Sun, 03 May 2009 16:47:12 GMT

You're welcome, Geary.

A couple other things, if you're considering buying a Godfrey rp: Along with fine construction, good looks and an adjustable drag that really works, you get:
1. Single-screw takedown (which makes cleaning easy);
2. Interchangeable spools at a very reasonable price; and,
3. Easy lhw/rhw conversion, by the user. No need to send the reel away for this.

I don't think there are too many others out there that can match the...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:02:48 GMT

Bob, thanks for the info,

Geary

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BobS) — Sun, 03 May 2009 13:50:06 GMT

Geary:

Have not seen the aluminum side plates. My largest Bi is the 50. However, if I needed one bigger yet, I'd not hesitate a bit on the alu plates.

I agree these reels look great on bamboo. My 212 seems about perfect on my old Leonard 37ACM.

Bob

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sun, 03 May 2009 13:31:26 GMT

BobS wrote:
I have a few of these, both the old model and newer Heritage series. The drags are very smooth in operation and adjustments in drag settings seem linear to me. These are very nice reels.

Bob, Ted just emailed me and said that the larger sized GBI 60 & 65 have 7075 aluminum side plates. Do you have one of those? I'm curious how that looks compared to the nickel silver plates of the smaller reels....

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sun, 03 May 2009 13:21:09 GMT

Thanks, Bob. I've e-mailed Ted with a couple of questions. They're still very expensive but sure look nice on a bamboo rod.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BobS) — Sun, 03 May 2009 13:14:09 GMT

I have a few of these, both the old model and newer Heritage series. The drags are very smooth in operation and adjustments in drag settings seem linear to me. These are very nice reels.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Sun, 03 May 2009 11:25:41 GMT

I just saw on Ted Godfrey's website that he's re-introduced his raised pillar bi-metal reel. I've always preferred the look of these to the black side plate reels. Can anyone speak to the quality and effectiveness of the drag on these reels?

Thanks, Geary

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BlackHillsBill) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:20:44 GMT

Many thanks.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (JR SPEY) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 11:05:54 GMT

BlackHillsBill wrote:
JR SPEY,

Could you post the address for Schukken Design Reels or for some shops which
carry them? So far all I can come up with is Just-Reels, which lists only his titanium
models. I'd be especially interested in learning more about the aluminum raised-pillar
reels since your praise of their performance has stirred interest. These contacts
should be...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (orange caddis) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:10:57 GMT

you should look at the peerless as it seems to be in the price range you are looking for.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Bamboo Don) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:58:18 GMT

The MK IV Bougle are a fine reel I have four of them 3" to 3 3/4"
What I'm looking for is a more classic look with bright silver frames and black sides plates
But I do want an adjustable drag

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 22:46:38 GMT

Bamboo Don wrote:

I have the Hardy Bougle in MK IV, it look like unless I want to spend $1600.00 to $4000.00
that's it.

A reel doesn't have to cost $1000 or more to be a great reel. The Bougle MK IV is a fine reel. Not the jewelry like quality of a Godfrey or Janciuras, but still a fine reel that does the job.

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (BlackHillsBill) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:24:09 GMT

JR SPEY,

Could you post the address for Schukken Design Reels or for some shops which
carry them? So far all I can come up with is Just-Reels, which lists only his titanium
models. I'd be especially interested in learning more about the aluminum raised-pillar
reels since your praise of their performance has stirred interest. These contacts
should be helpful both to Bamboo Don, whose thread this is, and to all here who
have a hankering for raised-pllar...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (JR SPEY) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:10:30 GMT

Well, certainly, the Peerless is available for a lot less than that, as is the Bradley. You could probably find a used Ingvar Nilsson for quite a bit less. I've also sold several of the Schukken Design RP in aluminum, both new and used for a lot less than that. By the way, I own and use the Schukken Classic in ti and, although a tad heavy, it is one sweet reel. Looks aside, what impresses me most about his reels are the ultra-smooth drags. I used a Schukken RP 8/9 in aluminum to fish for...

Re: Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Bamboo Don) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:19:56 GMT

I have the Hardy Bougle in MK IV, it look like unless I want to spend $1600.00 to $4000.00
that's it.

Raised Pillar Reels

feeds@yuku.com (Bamboo Don) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:17:24 GMT

Who is making a raised pillar fly reel with adjustable drag