Energy v8 fly reel is equipped with a self-lubricating, powerful disc-drag, which can be adjusted perfectly by a handy drag knob, and has a distinctive clicking sound. The closed case protects it against knocks, and it may be braked by hand. The reelfoot is oval-shaped, so that long leaders may be wound securely around it.

Originally developed for salmon fishing, the energy v8 fly reel's robust design is now also widely appreciated by saltwater flyfishermen.
The energy v8 fly reel's is extremely robust; Yet thanks to additional borings and the use of the most modern production materials, it is a lightweight fly reel in its class!