Lamson Guru S Series Fly Reel

The Guru S is where you graduate from cast reels to fully machined — without paying boutique-reel money. Machined from solid 6061 aluminum with Lamson's sealed conical drag, it's noticeably lighter than its predecessor thanks to smarter spool machining, with a bigger arbor and narrower spool for faster pickup and cleaner line stacking. This is the reel we suggest when someone buys a rod in the $400–800 range and wants a reel that matches its quality.

Why we like it

• Fully machined 6061 aluminum — rigidity and durability a cast reel can't match
• Sealed conical drag: smooth, winter-proof, zero maintenance
• Larger arbor, narrower spool — less line memory, faster retrieve
• Open porting for weight savings and faster line drying
• Spools interchange with Guru S HD
• Available in OG and Blackout

Free spooling with in-store pickup — backing, line, and a leader, rigged while you wait. Not sure which size balances your rod? Bring the rod in; that's what we're here for.