MIAMI (Feb. 1, 2025) — Nautilus Reels is pleased to announce the launch of their new GTS 5/6 fly fishing reels. Using advancements in reel technology announced with the unveiling of the GTS series of reels, the GTS 5/6 promises the highest level of performance in a 5/6 reel.
The GTS reels are remarkably lightweight and offer an effortless left-hand to right-hand conversion, and they have an expanded drag adjustment range and a sleeker design than the NV-G series (which the GTS is replacing).
“We are thrilled to share the second iteration of the 4”diameter GTS reel — the GTS 5/6,” states Kristen Mustad, owner and designer at Nautilus. “Our GTS frame now can cover four line weights with two spools. To have a 4” diameter 5-weight reel will give you less line coil and fast line pickup should you have a large trout headed for the other side of Lake Thingvellir. Need to swap it for streamer duty or a bonefishing trip? Just replace the 5/6 spool with the 7/8 spool.”
The 5/6 is easily distinguishable from the 7/8 with its much larger arbor and 5/6 marking on the face of the spool. Like the 7/8 spool, the GTS 5/6 has backing markers machined into the spool as well.
Bigger, lighter, better was the drive behind the development of this series, and the GTS 5/6 is another example of how Nautilus achieved that goal.
The GTS 5/6 is currently offered in matte black and brushed titanium anodizing.
MSRP $625 for the reel and $295 for a spare spool.
WF5 +150 yards #20 Dacron, 5.3 oz
WF6 +125 yards #20 Dacron, 5.3 oz
Like all Nautilus reels, the GTS will be available exclusively through fly shops that very much appreciate your patronage. Contact your local fly shop to learn more.
About Nautilus Reels:
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