Abel SDX 9/11 Ported Satin Teal W/ Black Handle

Experience the apex of large-arbor, high-capacity big game performance with the Abel SDX Fly Reel. Machined and assembled by hand in Montrose, Colorado, the SDX (Super Deep Xtra-Arbor) series represents Abel’s largest arbor and fastest line pickup ever engineered—reclaiming an astonishing 15.5 to 17.5 inches of line per full rotation. Built for brutal, high-stakes environments where everything runs, this reel gives you absolute authority when a trophy fish hits the horizon.

At the core of the SDX is a fully sealed, saltwater-ready drag system utilizing alternating stacked carbon fiber and stainless steel discs to deliver smooth, low-startup inertia and locked-down stopping power. Its rigid, caged-frame design eliminates any chance of frame flex or line migration during heavy fights, while an oversized, ergonomic handle provides an uncompromising grip. Whether you are lifting giant trevally from coral heads in the Seychelles, chasing triple-digit tarpon in the Florida Keys, or swinging heavy sink tips on a Spey rod for steelhead, the Abel SDX is engineered without compromise.

Key Features & Technical Specs:

• Ultra-Fast Line Retrieval: Abel’s largest arbor design picks up 15.5”–17.5” of line per turn to keep pace with blistering runs.

• Stacked Sealed Drag: Alternating carbon and stainless-steel drag discs offer completely sealed, ultra-smooth stopping power.

• Caged Frame Construction: Heavy-duty caged frame prevents thin running lines from slipping between the spool and frame.

• Enhanced Ergonomics: Outfitted with a newly enlarged handle to maximize grip, leverage, and cranking control.

• Premium Finishes: Available in stunning, hand-anodized Platinum / Teal Drag configurations with options for ported or solid frames.

• American Made: Proudly machined and built from scratch in Montrose, Colorado.