Find the best fly reels for beginners or experts, for fresh and saltwater with our in-depth reviews. We picked the best overall and the best budget options.

Two classics, Ross Fly Reels and Coors, have come together to make a limited-edition fly reel that will raise money for Trout Unlimited to help maintain the health of creeks and rivers.

I clearly remember holding my fly rod in my right hand, around waist level, with a side of the fly reel, which happened to be silver, facing forward, much like a signaling mirror.

The best fly reels for trout help you manage your fly line with ease, as well as put the brakes on a big fish when the time comes.