A MARVEL OF ENGINEERING. THE PINNACLE OF PERFORMANCE. 

*Bauer calls the silver accents on these reels "clear" so you may see references to "Black/Clear" but we just call it silver.

The SLT 7/8/9 reel is the ultimate flats companion, purpose-built for pursuing bonefish, redfish, striper and Large Bass. Designed to excel in saltwater environments, this reel features a re-engineered, fully sealed Bauer drag system that stands up to the toughest runs. Its smooth, powerful drag and generous capacity make it ideal for 7, 8, and 9 weight rods.

The newly designed drag system is powered by a cutting-edge, alternating stainless steel and carbon discs stack, that effectively disperses heat and facilitates ultra-smooth engagement when fighting the world’s most powerful fish. An oversized low-durometer rubber O-ring provides consistency throughout the drag adjustment range, allowing for even resistance with every click of the drag knob. Many competitors’ drag systems inconsistently increase pressure—either too quickly or too slowly. The SLT’s drag is linear with every click, allowing anglers to dial in their settings for the perfect amount of resistance. Additionally, the new drag stack features a high and low-end hard stop, preventing over-tightening and free spooling. 

Clutch
The SLT features a re-imagined and incredibly smooth clutch mechanism. Inspired by the tried-and-true clutch that revolutionized the fly reel industry for two decades, the re-imagined clutch seamlessly transitions from the highest drag settings and provides ultimate smoothness when fighting unforgiving fish. All internal componentry has been made larger for easy handling, tighter tolerances, and is made to take higher heat and torque that come with fishing for tarpon, giant trevally, and arapaima among others.

Fully Sealed Carbon Drag
Featuring a fully water- and debris-sealed system, hardcore anglers can rest easy knowing the SLT can withstand days of saltwater, mud, sand, and dirt without fail.

INTUITIVE POWER

• Uses high and low end drag stops to prevent free spooling
• and indicate maximum drag
• Drag knob rotates 2 full turns
• Stainless steel/carbon drag stack provides 21lbs of drag
• Oversized low durometer O-ring provides linear drag
• change for consitent adjustmet increments

DURABILITY

• Fully gasketed drag package full seals water and debri from entering the internal system
• Oversized internal componentry is extremely resistant to wear and tear • Extra-reinforcement on critcal areas of frame and spool
• Robust 6061 ported aluminum handle
• Machined from 6061 and 7075 aluminum

USER FRIENDLY

• Easy clutch flip to change retrieve direction
• Clutch is labeled for left and right hand retrieve change
• No tools necessary to change retrieve
• Zero maintenance - no need to add lubricants or grease
• Oversized handle and drag knob for comforable operation • Limited line catching spots (designed to shed fly line)

DESIGN AND AESTHETICS

• 5-AXIS Machining removes weight, adds strength
• Dual Anodization for a modern, sleek appearance
• Topo graphic design on drag hub
• Premium blue and black finish anodizaton
• Porting in spool arbor allows for faster backing drying