Reel Suggestions

[Nasser]

LM Reel and Halcyon spools over here. I really like the Halcyon spool because the way it's machined it's easy to grasp and let spin freely without your fingers slipping through the hole:

 

[LiteHedded]

LM Reel and Halcyon spools over here. I really like the Halcyon spool because the way it's machined it's easy to grasp and let spin freely without your fingers slipping through the hole:

it also holds more line than the traditional spool

 

[Oldbear]

So far no complaints about thr Halcyon...it does everything I want it to do.

 

[Reku]

I've got a few larry green reels - they are fantastic

 

[vixtor]

Kent Tooling ratchet (or simple, depending on your preference) reels. They are a fantastic piece of engineering. Don't drop a tank on them, you will bend the tank rather than the reel .

I have a ratchet reel used extensively in wreck penetration, and it is just perfect - at least for me, even with cold water gloves. I would not wish for something else.

Reels - Ratchet

 

[stuartv]

I just started a tec class (TDI Advanced Nitrox/Deco Procedures) and am in need of a 400' reel. As my regular reel jammed up on me rec diving in Jupiter a few months ago, I am looking for a good quality one that's less likely to tangle. Looking for recommendations...

Thanks,
Steve

Are you in Bill's new class at CEA? I'm in his current class.

I have been using a Manta CR-2.

CR2 Reel - Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork

"Manta" CR1 & CR2 Cave Reels

I like it because it was just over $100. It's only 250', but that has not been an issue.

I also like it because of the soft handle, instead of the hard handle like the LM and other reels.

If you are who I think you are and in Bill's new class, I guess you'll be at the pool on Sat and I'll be at the quarry. If you're going to the shop after the pool, I can swing by and let you have a look at the CR-2, if you want to see one in person.

 

[Katch]

Are you in Bill's new class at CEA? I'm in his current class.

I have been using a Manta CR-2.

CR2 Reel - Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork

"Manta" CR1 & CR2 Cave Reels

I like it because it was just over $100. It's only 250', but that has not been an issue.

I also like it because of the soft handle, instead of the hard handle like the LM and other reels.

If you are who I think you are and in Bill's new class, I guess you'll be at the pool on Sat and I'll be at the quarry. If you're going to the shop after the pool, I can swing by and let you have a look at the CR-2, if you want to see one in person.

Yep...that's me.

I have no idea how long we'll be at the pool, but I'd love to check out that reel. I need to get to the shop and pay some bills (and pick up my tanks unless Bill can bring them to the pool). Thanks.

Steve

 

[stuartv]

I'll swing by after the quarry. Have fun in the pool. That sounds a lot nicer than Millbrook!