Fly Fishing Tackle Review: Loop Evotec G4 Reel

If you're anything like me, then there's nothing you enjoy more than standing in a cold, fast-running stream, casting out a fly and waiting for a strike. When that strike actually happens, it’s time to battle! To have the best advantage over wily trout and salmon, I like my fly fishing tackle to be high in quality and superbly reliable. I have to admit, though, that I am a fanatic about collecting fishing gear—I have so many fishing rods and reels I don’t know what to do with them. So when I am ready to go on a fishing trip, I have to be sure to select the appropriate fishing supplies from my compilation. A rod I reach for quite frequently is my Loop Evotec G4. To learn why, keep reading.

Major Aspects of the Loop Evotec G4 Fly Reel

It pleased me to discover that the Evotec reel series has been the target of some major layout alterations rendering the reels as outstanding performers. This is a highly durable reel which is exceptionally smooth. Designed with the Power Matrix drag system, the G4 reel is a suitable match for even the hugest, most hard-hitting foe. The creators of this reel designed it perfectly. I truly love the winding handle on the G4; this is an ergonomically made, low resistance feature which eliminates the probability of snagging when casting. Additionally, I observed that the counterweight is designed with an o-ring that the tippet may be attached to when you’re not using this rod.

Further Details on the Evotec G4 Reel

While the outer looks of an item of fly fishing tackle is less important than its performance and quality, I do have to admit that the black colour of the Evotec G4 is quite striking. Combine that with the sleek aluminium housing and spool, and you've got a great looking reel. Additionally, the encasement and spool are built from one single section of aluminium; hence, I’m positive that the G4 can hold up against rough usage. The reels major steel parts are manufactured from surgical-quality stainless steel; hence, I am certain that this G4 is very salt deterrent as well as waterproof where it ought to be. The brake system and the cover are created from premium quality material which permits the G4 to perform outstandingly in various conditions.

Concluding Remarks about the Loop Evotec G4

It is all the little elements combined which render this an extraordinary piece of fishing tackle. For example, all the screws are secured with Loc-Tite, a product that locks and seals nuts and screws, preventing them from loosening and corroding -- a small but important feature. The Power Matrix drag system and the easy-to-grip progressive brake knob make this reel a joy to fish with. It is not difficult at all to switch spools, and also this G4 can be modified for either right or left handed retrieval. Last but not least, I really like the G4’s precision counterbalance.

The Loop Evotec G4 reel is an excellent item of fly fishing tackle. I highly advocate it and am pleased to give it a ranking of 4.5 of a potential 5.0 stars.