Redington Run Fly Fishing Reel, Lightweight All-Water Reel with Review
Our verdict
The Redington Run 5/6 weight fly reel costs $139.99 and pairs an aluminum and carbon build with a 4.5 star average across 108 reviews, matching the Okuma S-8/9's rating at more than three times the price. It is a mid tier pick for anglers who want a documented lightweight all-water build.
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Anglers who want a 5/6 weight all-water fly reel with a confirmed aluminum and carbon build and are willing to pay $139.99, a step up from entry level reels but well under premium options like the Ross Reels Animas at $449.
Skip if
Skip it if budget is the top priority, since the Pflueger 1149988 and Okuma S-8/9 cost roughly a quarter of the price. Anglers who do not need the carbon component or all-water marketing may not need to pay the premium.
- Material Aluminum, Carbon
- Technique Fly Fishing
- Size 5/6 wt
- Color Sand
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 200% above the category median ($46.73 across 20 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 108 owner ratings
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Popularity1.5/5
108 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A 5/6 weight setup covers a lot of general freshwater fly fishing, and the Redington Run fly reel targets that range with a build that mixes aluminum and carbon, marketed as lightweight and all-water. At $139.99, it costs well more than the Pflueger 1149988 ($37.58) or Okuma S-8/9 ($39.99), but far less than the Ross Reels Animas ($449), landing it squarely in the middle of this comparison on price.
Its 4.5 star average across 108 reviews matches the Okuma S-8/9's 4.5 rating, though the Okuma draws on a smaller pool of 139 reviews at a fraction of the price. That puts the Redington Run in an odd spot, the same rating as a much cheaper reel, but with a documented aluminum and carbon build and a sand color option that the budget alternatives do not spell out in their own listings.
For anglers who want confirmed materials and a mid range price between the budget and premium tiers, the Redington Run is worth considering. Buyers focused purely on matching or beating the 4.5 rating at the lowest price should look at the Okuma S-8/9 instead, since it offers the same star average for well under half the cost.
Pros
- Documented aluminum and carbon build, more detail than several budget alternatives publish.
- 4.5 star average across 108 reviews, matching the Okuma S-8/9's rating.
- Sized for 5/6 weight lines, a versatile freshwater range.
- Marketed as lightweight and all-water for broader use.
- Currently listed as in stock.
Cons
- At $139.99, it costs more than three times the Okuma S-8/9 for the same 4.5 star rating.
- 108 reviews is a smaller sample than the Pflueger's 566.
- Costs far more than the Pflueger 1149988 without a higher star rating to show for it.
- 0+ bought last month offers no current demand signal.
Specifications
| Material | Aluminum, Carbon |
|---|---|
| Technique | Fly Fishing |
| Size | 5/6 wt |
| Color | Sand |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
A 5/6 weight reel built from aluminum and carbon, like the Redington Run, generally aims to cut weight compared to an all aluminum frame while keeping enough rigidity for a smooth drag under load. The all-water marketing suggests the reel is built to resist corrosion in both freshwater and saltwater settings, though the exact sealing method is not detailed in the specs available.
At $139.99, the price sits well above the Okuma S-8/9's aluminum only build at $39.99, so the carbon component and all-water rating are effectively what the buyer is paying extra for. The sand color option is a small styling detail rather than a functional one. For an angler who wants a 5/6 weight reel documented down to material and use case, this reel gives more to go on than the several budget alternatives that do not list specs at all.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 108 reviews puts the Redington Run on par with the Okuma S-8/9's 4.5 average, even though the Okuma has slightly fewer reviews at 139. Both ratings sit a step above the Pflueger 1149988's 4.4, though the Pflueger's 566 reviews is a much larger sample. A 108 review count for a $139.99 reel is a reasonable base for a mid tier price point, smaller than the budget options but far larger than the premium Ross Reels Animas's 10 reviews. The listing shows 0+ bought in the last month, so the review history carries more signal here than recent purchase activity.
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Frequently asked questions
What materials is the Redington Run fly reel made from?
It is built from aluminum and carbon, according to the listed specs, and comes in a sand color option as a single count item. It is sized for 5/6 weight fly lines and marketed as a lightweight, all-water reel suited to general freshwater use.
How does its rating compare to cheaper fly reels?
Its 4.5 star average across 108 reviews matches the Okuma S-8/9's 4.5 average, even though the Okuma costs $39.99 against this reel's $139.99. It also beats the Pflueger 1149988's 4.4 average, though the Pflueger has a larger 566 review sample.
Is the Redington Run worth the price over the Okuma S-8/9?
That depends on priorities. Both reels share a 4.5 star rating, so the Redington Run's extra cost buys a documented carbon component, a sand color option, and all-water marketing rather than a higher rating. Buyers focused only on price and rating may find the Okuma S-8/9 the more efficient choice.