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Solitude Reel Specifications |
Solitude Reels offers 4 sizes of reels to accommodate
4-11 weight single handed rods as well as switch and
spey rods.
All reels come standard with interchangeable standard
arbor spools. Extra spools are available as well as
ported Large Arbor spools for the SR4 and SR5 reels.
Each reel features a sealed disc drag system,
reversibility of retrieve, and a highly durable Type III
hard anodize in the black colored reels. All components
in the Solitude Reel are fully machined from 6061-T65
billet aluminum and 17-4 stainless steel. Each reel is
machined and assembled in our shop located in Mount
Vernon, Washington. Solitude reels are fully warranted
with a lifetime warranty.
Reels are available in gold, pewter, and black colors.
The gold and pewter reels are anodized Type II anodize.
The black reels are anodized Type III hard anodize. Both
treatments offer corrosion resistance. The Type III hard
anodize is a harder more durable finish than the Type II
which is the most common anodize treatment used on
reels. The Type III finish is excellent for anglers who
fish in harsh environments such as salt water and who
wish to maintain the aesthetic look of their reel. We do
not powder coat any of our reels. Each of the parts of
the spool and frame are polished to a mirror finish
before being sent out to anodize. This is a labor
intensive process but it has truly given the reels a
beautiful and quality finish.
We have introduced several new features in our reels
that have vastly improved the durability, strength, and
performance of the drag.
A new cork composite material into all of
our reels.
A new cork composite material has re-placed the cork
material previously used in our reel. Cork generally is
highly resistant to heat build-up, it is the binders and
adhesives that hold the particles of cork together that
degrade with heat and moisture. Because this new
material was specifically designed as a friction
material, the adhesives and binders have a high heat
tolerance. We have tested this material repeatedly on
our CNC machines which are capable of putting stresses
on the material that far outweigh any that would be
found in any fishing situation. This material has
consistently proven itself to be un-believably resilient
to high pressure and heat build-up while maintaining a
smooth feel in the drag.
The drag surfaces utilized in the SR2 and SR3 reels are
the new cork composite material on Teflon and the new
cork composite material on Type III anodized aluminum in
the SR4 and SR5. The Teflon was kept in the smaller
reels to ensure the minimal break away friction needed
when using light tippets particularly in freezing
temperatures. The Teflon was re-placed in the larger
reels with aluminum in order to create a better heat
sink for the more powerful drag system we utilized in
these reels.
Oversized drag discs in the SR4 and SR5
reels.
The SR2 and SR3 maintain the same size drag discs as was
previously used. We increased the drag discs in the SR4
and SR5 reels to increase the surface area of the drag
which helped to increase the coefficient of drag and
subsequently increase the power in the drag system of
these reels.
A larger and more powerful spring in our SR4
and SR5 reels.
A custom stainless steel crest to crest wave spring is
used in all of our reels. In the SR2 and SR3 reels the
spring used produces 6lbs of usable drag. The spring
designed for the SR4 and SR5 reels produces
significantly more drag in these reels. These reels
produce up to 17lbs of usable drag. We wanted these
reels to be able to handle larger saltwater/freshwater
species and we feel we have achieved our goal. These
reels have been tested around the world on sailfish,
tarpon, bones, and smaller tuna.
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Warranty Information
Your Solitude reel includes a lifetime
warranty free from defects in materials or workmanship to original owner
only. All Solitude reels have been carefully inspected prior to
shipment. However, should a defect in materials or workmanship become
apparent, send your reel (postpaid and insured) directly to the address
listed on the
Solitude web page. Please include a note describing any defects or
problems with your reel. Warranted repairs will be handled at no charge,
including return shipping cost. The warranty does not cover damage due
to normal wear, improper maintenance, misuse or neglect, fire, theft,
loss or intentional damage, modification or customization of the
finished reel.
This warranty is limited to repair and/or replacement of the reel.
SOLITUDE REELS reserves the right to determine whether to repair or
replace any product covered by this warranty and the right to replace
any discontinued models with comparable models of equal value when
necessary. Colors and components may vary between original and
replacement parts.
To secure a warranty with SOLITUDE REELS/EDCO, Inc. you must send your
name, mailing address, E-mail address (optional), proof of purchase,
place of purchase, and serial number to SOLITUDE REELS via post, fax, or
E-mail. Warranty information must be received within 30 days of the
original purchase date.
THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. This warranty is limited as set forth above
and does not cover any consequential or incidental damages resulting
from the use of the product. These limitations and exclusions may not
apply to you, depending upon specific legal rights, which vary from
state to state.
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