abel no 2 fly reel TR The Abel Abstract Series is a modern Abel No 2 Fly Reel

The side-to-side walking action and internal single lead rattle creates an appeal that peacock bass often cant refuse

For a lot of anglers, especially bank fishermen, weekend bass guys, beginners, and people who do not want to spend three nights researching rod blanks, that is a big deal

And most importantly, they cause violent, adrenaline-inducing surface eats

Backing does two things, 1) it provides extra line in the event that the fish runs further than your fly line 2) it "enlarges" the arbor (or center of the spool.) This allows you to "pick up" or "reel in" more line each time you turn the handle

This lets you control the fish at the boat, stops abrasions from fins, bills and teeth and makes tagging, gaffing and release of the fish much easier