Bauer RX Fly Reels

Full Description

The Bauer RX1 Fly Reel was born for the places where space is limited and precision matters. Designed specifically for small-water fly fishing, its compact profile and classic styling make it the perfect complement to shorter rods and lightweight setups.

At the heart of the RX1 is Bauer's Zero Backlash Clutch, a simple and reliable design built around larger components and non-corrosive materials. The clutch locks down securely under heavy drag pressure without slipping, giving you maximum stopping power when a fish decides to make a run.

Just as important, the Bauer clutch eliminates startup inertia—the initial resistance encountered when a drag first engages. With virtually no difference between the resistance at the beginning of a run and the resistance throughout the fight, the RX1 provides smooth, predictable pressure that helps protect light tippets. Whether you're trying to control a hard-fighting trout on 6X or simply need dependable drag performance when a bigger fish shows up, the RX1 is built to respond.

Bauer's Debris-Sealed Carbon Drag adds another level of durability. The sealed design helps keep sand, dirt, and mud out of the drag system while allowing moisture to escape, maintaining smooth and consistent performance in the environments where small-water anglers spend their time.

Classic looks, compact proportions, and serious drag performance make the RX1 an ideal match for modern small-stream rods while retaining the unmistakable character of a traditional fly reel.

Key Features

• Designed specifically for small-water fly fishing and short rods
• Classic styling and compact profile
• Bauer Zero Backlash Clutch
• Virtually zero startup inertia for smooth drag engagement
• Secure clutch locks down without slipping under heavy drag
• Debris-Sealed Carbon Drag system
• Helps keep sand, dirt, and mud out of the drag system
• Non-corrosive components for dependable performance
• Handcrafted, polished frame
• Available with Black, Dark Green, or Charcoal/Graphite spool options
• Gold hub

Reel Colors

RX1 reels feature a Black handcrafted, polished frame with a Gold hub and your choice of:

• Black spool
• Dark Green spool
• Charcoal/Graphite spool