Tibor Gulfstream (11-13wt) Fly Reel - Leland Upgrade

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titles & descriptions Store Home Fly Fishing Rods Fly Fishing Reels Fly Fishing Lines Fly Fishing Outfits Waders Wading Boots & Sandals Vests Tackle Packs Leader Tippet Clothing Other Items Tibor Gulfstream (11-13wt) Fly Reel - Leland Upgrade ~ Rollover to Preview ~ Bid Now Item Condition: Very Good; The reel/spool has been used but has been cared for very well. Its edges show minor signs of wear in the finish, but nothing to worry about functionally. Overall you will be pleased with the reel/spool condition, but it still looks moderately used. ALL PICTURES ARE OF ACTUAL ITEM.This reel comes with the original reel case and instructions. Note: There are some water spots in the finish Type: Freshwater and Saltwater Line Size: 11-13 Weight Weight: 11 Ounces Spool Width: 1.875 Inches Spool Diameter: 4.375 Inches Retrieve: Right Hand, Convertible Backing Capacity: WF11F + 325 Yds #30 Dacron WF12F + 300 Yds #30 Dacron WF13F + 275 Yds #30 Dacron Color: Black Leland on the Tibor Gulfstream Fly Fishing Reel The Tibor Gulfstream Fly Reel is Richard's favorite tarpon reel. Josh uses it when he's on the Dean spey casting. And Keith rigs it up when he goes king salmon fishing! It's one of our big game favorites, period. The Gulfstream fly reel fits nicely on larger weight rods and also has the capacity to handle the extra mass of spey lines. Leland on Tibor Fly Fishing Reels For Leland no sound exudes memories of a world-class saltwater experience like the sound of a fish running on a Tibor reel. These reels have an outgoing They emanate a purr that sings flats fishing. When that line runs and you know that it's that tarpon you've been waiting all your life for, it's the sound of the Tibor you will always remember. For the rest of your days, that purr will resonate every time you look at that picture on your wall. And just wait till you start cranking on fish with that new extra large arbor spool, once you've tried the Spool 2 you will not want to go back! Leland on Tibor In Hungarian, Tibor translates to "Ted" (as in Ted Juracsik, the company founder). In fly fishing, Tibor translates to "high performance reels built like tanks." As with most accomplished innovators, Juracsik saw a problem; the lack of a substantial saltwater fly reel, and went out and solved it. An avid saltwater fly fisherman, Ted began fishing in Florida in the early 1960's. In 1970, he met Billy Pate and two became fast friends, and fishing companions. By 1976, the melding of these two minds resulted in the first Billy Pate Fly fishing Reel, forever changing saltwater fly-fishing. However, the Tibor story really begins decades earlier, in Budapest, Hungary. Born in Budapest, Ted Juracsik was raised fishing the Danube River. At 17, he became the youngest person ever to earn their Masterpapers in the Tool and Die trade. Shortly after embarking on his career, he joined the Hungarian freedom fighters in their attempt to overthrow the Soviet Union. The revolt was unsuccessful, and for the benefit of the fly fishing world, Ted fled to the United States. He lived in New York working for several tool and die companies. In 1961, he opened his own business, and by 1976 he was manufacturing world class fly reels. The first line of reels Tibor produced was the Billy Pate Anti-Reverse series. These reels made the once impossible task of landing world-class saltwater fish not only possible, but pleasurable. The Billy Pate reels are still being manufactured today. The design is so sound that nothing has changed since their inception. To date, over 20 world record fish have been caught on them. In 1995, Tibor introduced the Tibor Series reels. The same impregnated cork drag that performed so well in the Billy Pate Reels, is used in this series, as well. Models are available for giant sailfish to rainbow trout. In 1999, the company introduced the Tibor Light; a terrific line of freshwater reels that employ all the knowledge and know-how gleaned from producing the T... read more

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