What is your preferred reel cover

[cortman]

I'm starting to invest in some high(er) end reels for my setups, and I want to start using reel covers more often. I have a couple Tackle Warehouse covers but I really don't like them. They're a real pain to get on and off, especially back on, which is always a difficult two handed operation. I'm looking for covers that protect well but are also convenient enough to use that I'll consistently use them.
I figure this community protects their reels if anyone does. What brand of reel cover do you prefer?

[vinnieb729]

Okuma makes a nice casting reel cover that is less that $4 and it protects the drag star. Goes on and off nice and easy too. TW had them but I don't see them now.

Its model ARS-BC
http://www.fishusa.com/product/Okuma-Re ... eel-Covers

Shimano and Daiwa Japan have better covers that protect the drag star too but cost $20-$25

[nikbrewer]

i am using these from cabela's, i like them cause they have velcro on them instead of just streaching

[PikeRoadBassn]

I love the Steez covers and the Calais covers. Phenix makes one very similar to the Calais cover. http://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_pa ... ts_id=2957

[cortman]

Has anyone used Trey Harpel's and do you like them? They look like they'd be really easy on/off.

http://threeltuningandcleaning.com/Thre ... OVERS.html

[PikeRoadBassn]

They are the same as the Steez. They are very easy on and off

[Chicagoed]

Has anyone used Trey Harpel's and do you like them? They look like they'd be really easy on/off.

http://threeltuningandcleaning.com/Thre ... OVERS.html

I use Trey's reel covers. I wasn't a fan at first because they seemed a bit snug and difficult to put on. However, they do stretch out and are very easy to put on after using them on a couple trips. They fit smaller reels really well (PXR, Steez) and are snug on larger reels (Zillion). I have tried basspro, tackle warehouse, daiwa and shimano reel covers and I like Trey's the best. I'm also partial to all black with no logos so his were an obvious choice for me. I have 12 of them and they all get used. Unfortunately now I have a bin of 20-25 reel covers collecting dust.

[jtgibso1]

Okuma makes a nice casting reel cover that is less that $4 and it protects the drag star. Goes on and off nice and easy too. TW had them but I don't see them now.

Its model ARS-BC
http://www.fishusa.com/product/Okuma-Re ... eel-Covers

Shimano and Daiwa Japan have better covers that protect the drag star too but cost $20-$25

these are the ones i prefer by a long shot. they're discontinued or on backorder or something and nearly impossible to find.
the phenix ones look similar though i haven't tried them yet.

[Jdmbassman]

Daiwa CVS reel covers are amaze balls. Nice thick protective neo but then I only fish Daiwa reels so branding isn't an issue.

I found a boat load on Amazon. I have bought a few of the new Steez TWS reels which come with one so I might be able to sort you out with 4 if you would like

[dhottle]

These are my favorites. They don't kink your line.

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/The_Rod_ ... TRGRG.html

[tditox4]

Try the type for small round reels. They have a longer strap to wrap around the reel and then Velcro to the round Velcro piece on the side of the cover. The ones that I bought off of fleabay are either black, red, or blue and all have a small patch sewn on top for writing info on if desired. Also has a second Velcro that goes under the reel body at the handle
These are the most secure. Trust me. I have tried them all. Any of the covers you buy don't cover the reels knobs. Colored rcs knobs can and do get damaged (cut,tear) . I have sewn a Daiwa style cover to the round cover to create a custom cover that protects both reel and knobs. If you want pics pm me your email. I don't sell them. They are just my solution. Largest reels that I have tried my custom made on is a 7.9 jdream and megabass ip79 , both with 100mm handles. Works fine.

[Teal101]

I like the cheapy TW ones for round reels and the Daiwa fold over flap ones for the rest.

[johnnybassboat]

i am using these from cabela's, i like them cause they have velcro on them instead of just streaching

I also use the Cabelas brand covers. They work great for me. I also slit the front with a pair of scissors for the line to run through. They dont unravel when cut and dont pinch the line this way.

[Markanthony404]

I use genuine shimano reel covers for my calcutta's and a generic ones from eBay for my spinning reels. They are both really nice for the money.


http://www.jmtackle.com/shimano-reel-cover.html

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Jigging-World-S ... SwWTRWy0SY

[Aek29]

Genuine shimano reel covers for me as well. I tried the Rod Glove ones and didn't like them.