9/16/24 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW BAUER FLY REEL ANNOUNCEMENT
INTRODUCING THE SLT: Welcome to the Next Generation of Big Game Fly Reels

Smooth, Beautiful, Powerful, Overbuilt
Bauer Fly Reels, a division of the RL Winston Rod Company, located in Twin Bridges, Montana, is excited to announce the new SLT Big Game Fly Reels – the most robust, smoothest, most powerful fly reels it has ever made with an entirely new proprietary drag and super-smooth clutch mechanism.

The Bauer SLT fly reels come in three new models: 7/8/9, 9/10/11, and 11/12+ and clearly have an enormous amount of ‘Wow Factor,’ built to revolutionize functionality, durability and performance when fighting the world’s most power fish. They offer a cutting-edge debris-tight and water-tight drag package that delivers a smooth and intuitive adjustment range with every click of the drag knob. With over four years of prototyping, the SLT has already been tested extensively on tarpon, GTs, permit, bonefish, snook, arapaima, tuna, salmon, and steelhead. They are powerful, smooth, beautiful and virtually indestructible.

John Radle, General Manager for Bauer Fly Reels, shares what Bauer’s vision was for their newest big game reel.

The SLT has been a 4-year project marked by rigorous testing leading to innovation. Every detail has been accounted for and thoroughly tested in the lab and by anglers. Each data point has been considered and every component meticulously designed to give the angler the best experience possible. When you hold an SLT in your hand you will feel the quality and have the confidence to push your personal limits knowing your reel is up for the task.

The new SLT fly reels from Bauer are incomprehensibly smooth and impenetrably sealed and are available to purchase now through authorized Winston and Bauer dealers and online at bauerflyreel.com.

SLT INTERNAL FEATURES
On the outside they are beautiful and come with either black or blue trim.

NEW DRAG STACK
The newly designed drag system is powered by a cutting-edge, alternating stainless steel and carbon disc stack,
that effectively disperses heat and facilitates ultra-smooth engagement when fighting the world’s most powerful
fish. An oversized low-durometer rubber O- ring, provides incredible consistency throughout the drag adjustment
range, allowing for even resistance with every click of the drag knob.

SUPER SMOOTH CLUTCH
The SLT’s drag system is a marvel of function, performance, and simplicity. Utilizing a threaded hub for easy on/off
access to the drag system, the re-designed clutch is labeled for left/right hand retrieve, providing anglers with fast
and easy change, without the use of any tools. All internal componentry has been made larger for easy handling,
tighter tolerances, and is made to take higher heat and torque that come with fishing for tarpon, giant trevally, and
arapaima among others.

INCREDIBLE DURABILITY
Featuring a fully water and debris sealed system, hardcore anglers can rest easy knowing the SLT can withstand
days of saltwater, mud, sand, and dirt without fail. All SLT internal parts are Type II anodized with 6061aluminum,
7075 aluminum, and stainless steel.

SLT EXTERNAL FEATURES

Drag Knob
– Knurling pattern for extra grip
– Larger diameter helps anglers gain purchase during drag adjustments
– Slightly cone shaped knob to aid with shedding line
– 2 full rotations
– Uses low-end stop to prevent free spool (lowest drag setting is 4lbs)
– Uses high-end stop provides definite point where max drag is met

Handle
– Larger handle shape reduces hand fatigue during the fight
– Porting provides improved grip in inclement conditions
– Fully machined 6061 aluminum is extremely durable

Frame and Spool Design
– Sleek profile design
– Ventilated spool to dry out backing
– Low profile counterbalance
– Optimized backing capacity
– Enhanced design for large fly rods
– Ultra large arbor

Finish
– 5-Axis Machining to reduce weight and increase strength
– Beautiful Silver Dual-Anodization
– Offered in a beautiful blue or black anodized finish
– Extra reinforcement throughout frame and spool

MODELS

SLT 7/8/9
Spool Width – 1.15”
Overall Diameter – 4.25”
Arbor Diameter – 2.45”
Weight – 10.37 oz.
Capacity – 200 yards 30lb. Dacron with 9wt fly line
Line pick up per rotation (arbor only)- 7”
Line pick up per rotation (fully loaded with fly line) – 10”
MSRP: $895

SLT 9/10/11
Spool Width – 1.15”
Overall Diameter – 4.65”
Arbor Diameter – 2.7”
Weight – 10.77 oz.
Capacity: 200 yards 30lb. Dacron with 11wt. fly line
Line pick up per rotation (arbor only)- 8”
Line pick up per rotation (fully loaded with fly line) – 12”
MSRP: $995

SLT 11/12+
Spool Width – 1.15”
Overall Diameter – 5”
Arbor Diameter – 3”
Weight – 11.13 oz.
Capacity – 200 yards 30lb. Dacron with 12wt. fly line
Line pick up per rotation (arbor only)- 9”
Line pick up per rotation (fully loaded with fly line) – 14”
MSRP: $1095

Bauer Fly Reels is a leading manufacturer of the world’s smoothest reels, including the industry leading SLT, RVR, and RX reels. Bauer is a division of the RL Winston Rod Company. Bauer fly reels and Winston™ fly rods are sold through the finest fly shops around the world under the Winston and Bauer brand names

For more information, please visit www.winstonrods.com or contact Adam Hutchison at marketing@winstonrods.com or by calling 406.684.5674 ext. 4.