The 8 Best Fly Rod cases With Reel (2023 reviews)

M maximumcatch fly rod case with reel is the epitome of what a great case should be. It includes an aluminum lightweight reel with an extremely smooth disc drag system. The case that they come in is a durable plastic, locking and has a gasket to keep the water with your comments slotted foam on the interior to hold the flies. It also has only 4 pieces which makes assembly quick and easy as far as backpacking rods go.

The rod is very durable and light. It has a good drag and is a nice compact size, overall it is a great looking, great fishing combo. It is pre-spooled with backing, weight-forward floating line and tapered leader. The flexibility is insane and allows for perfect placement of the fly. The case is very sleek and fairly small for easy transportation.

Why We Like This:

Fairly accurate, very light weight, compact
Great starter kit or backup set up
Delivers what they promise

Best For Fish: Booms Fishing Fly Rod Case With Reel

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The booms fishing fly rod case with reel is capable of outshining several other case featured in this list in overall features for the price point. This rod case is just the ticket to keep your rods from banging around in your truck or suv with no more broken rod tips. It protects your rods and your car's interior. It is great for traveling with 2 piece poles. It’s perfect for breaking the pole in two and putting it in the case with the reel still attached. It is easy to stow in the overhead compartment. It is good for a travel set up. This storage bag is well made and well padded. It is good for traveling with 2 piece poles.

Why We Like This:

An easy way to transport your fishing combo
Sturdy zipper that won't easily rip
Won't protect like a hard case but will travel well in car or truck

Best For beginners: Sougayilang Fly Rod Case With Reel

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Best part: sougayilang fly rod case with reel costs comparatively low and it is available to ship in 24 hours. The kit has all you need to set up and begin fly fishing. It is made of carbon fiber, super light weight, using a high-grade chromed stainless steel guide ring. It comes with backing, lines, flies and storage container. It is made with a nice assortment of flies to get started with.

The rod comes in a black soft cotton cloth storage bag. The one-way clutch bearing for smooth immediate drag engagement. It is good for beginners, only the tipped leader need to be for more weight. The kit is rod reel matched and are well thought out to include all the necessary items you need to go straight to fishing. The carrying case is an added bonus to have all the gear together and ready to go.

Why We Like This:

Great combo and casts super smooth
Perfect starter fly fishing rod set
Made has a spool that comes out

Best Case: Temple fork Outfitters Fly Rod Case With Reel

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Next on the list, we've got yet another case that manages to win our hearts. It's the temple fork outfitters fly rod case with reel and it's widely considered as case that has the most suitable features. Tfo presents their rod and reel carrying case, with a soft fleece-lined and protective inside and outer carrying handles. The zipper is heavy duty and doesn't get stuck. The reel pouch is heavily padded.

Why We Like This:

Features a soft, protective fleece lining
Material is rigid and offers good protection
Great quality and no problems, definitely tfo quality
Great fleece padding inside and tough nylon exterior

Best For brown Trout: wild Water Fly Rod Case With Reel

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Next on the list, we've got yet another case that manages to win our hearts. It's the wild water fly rod case with reel and it's widely considered as one of the best convenient case you can buy. It’s an awesome sport and addicting tool. It has everything you need for those tight spaces. The tool makes tying a nail easy and fast. The rod and reel have a nice balance and are super light to carry to the stream. It has a carry strap and hang ring. It comes with an instructions packet which is the ideal thing for new fly fishers.

The rod is a 3/4 weight 7’, using floating an sinking line and loads real easy an casting is made simple, whether nymphing or using dry flies. It's balanced and lightweight and feels good and your hand.

Why We Like This:

Definitely feels of atleast “decent” quality and perfect for anyone getting started
Works great for trout in nj
Perfect gift for beginning fly fisherman
Everything you need for fishing streams, rivers, ponds and even lakes

Best For salmon Fishing: BW sports Fly Rod Case With Reel

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The bw sports fly rod case with reel is suitable and reliable and fits well with your regular usage. It is perfect for salmon fishing when a back up rod is essential. The two-side pockets allow for plenty of storage eliminating the need to pack more gear during travel. It fits quite nicely plus it is a rigid tube bag. The rod tube alone is 26 inches long with an internal diameter of 2 inches. There is an extra pocket on each side that will hold another spool, reel, etc. It is great to have storage on the side too.

Why We Like This:

Strong shhoulder strap that will also stow
Two exterior pockets to carry extra gear (fly boxes, reels, tippet) if desired
Nice shoulder strap with a pad
Holds rods and reels snugly when closed but gives good access when opened fully

Best For fisherman: Sage Fly Rod Case With Reel

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The sage fly rod case with reel might be a relatively new release, but it's still nothing short of impressive this year. It is designed to house the reels. It is a cylindrical tube 2” in diameter made of hard plastic, covered in woven black nylon. Inside the tube is fabric lining that separates the tubes interior into four compartments so that the rod pieces don’t rub against each other. It has some padding inside the tube and where the reel sits. It will also allow the transport of the fly reel connected to the fly rod.

At the end of the tube that opens to put the rod in is an attached pouch that holds a reel and has “Sage” woven into the fabric cover. It has soft padding about 1/2" thick, but rigid enough for air travel. It will handle a single rod that is 9'0" in a 4pc section length up to a 12wt rod.

Why We Like This:

Nice case that keeps your pieces from touching one another
Rugged rod case for the plane ride and the rest of the trip
Good brand reputation

Best For four piece Rods: fishpond Fly Rod Case With Reel

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate case. The fishpond fly rod case with reel is exactly that - it's a simple case that hits all the right notes. The angler must have a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich, a bag of chips, and a chocolate chip cookie within close reach, because it's lunch time. The case is very well built. The compartment is 33" and is designed for four piece rods. The Padded compartment with protective lid holds up to four rods in their socks, depending on length. Note as well that this size makes it very travel friendly as a carry-on. It fits in an airplane overhead compartment easily enough.

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