The Stinger Comp and Stinger M1 are purpose-built, ultra-light reels for Euro-nymph and tight-line fishing, designed to enhance dead-drifts, casting accuracy, strike sensitivity, and overall rod feel by eliminating mass and inertia of a traditional Fly Reel. Both models work seamlessly with any trout rod (1-4wt rods recommended) and are perfect for backcountry fishing with their compact, low-profile design.
The Stingers are designed for skilled tight line anglers who don't use their drag system. Anglers who know how to set fast and “strip” the trout in a fight without letting it run.
The Stinger Comp, weighing only 39 grams (1.4 oz), is the lightest fly reel on the market. It’s injection-molded from a proprietary nylon/carbon composite material that’s virtually unbreakable, ensuring durability for rugged environments.
The Stinger M1 is CNC-machined from billet 6-series aluminum and finished with Type 3 MIL-SPEC hard anodizing for exceptional durability. Weighing 48 grams (1.7 oz), the M1 is also exceptionally light, with adjustable components for custom ergonomics and line compatibility. With options like a 6mm Spool Riser Kit, anglers can further customize their reel setup.
Stingers are made for lightweight Euro nymph lines only. Both reels come pre-loaded with our Tracer 62 Euro-nymph line/leader system—just add your tippet and flies. Designed and made in the USA with a patent pending, the Stinger Comp and M1 offer ultimate utility for any dedicated tight line angler.
Nylon Composite
Tight line
39 grams (1.4 oz)
ESN
None
Skilled tight line trout angler who wants a light reel for maximum rod performance and sensitivity.
CNC machined aluminum
Tight line
41 grams (1.7 oz)
ESN
Spool height, spool position, foot height
Skilled tight line trout angler who wants a light reel for maximum rod performance and sensitivity.
Stinger Comp: Built for ultra-light utility and durability. The economical Stinger Comp is a lightweight euro-nymph fly reel that works with any fly rod with a tip soft enough to cast nymph flies with ESN line (1- 4wt rod is recommended).
The lightweight Stinger Comp allows greater arm extension and is guaranteed to improve dead-drift distance and casting while making your rod more sensitive to bumps and strikes.
The compact profile makes the Stinger Comp ideal for backcountry fishing. It’s injection molded using a proprietary lightweight nylon/carbon composite material that is virtually unbreakable. At 39 grams (1.4 oz) the Comp might be the lightest fly reel made.
The Stinger Comp comes with our Tracer 62 Euro-nymph line/leader system pre-installed- Just add your tippet and flies.
Designed in the USA. Patent pending.
Stinger M1: Built for ultra-light utility and durability. The adjustable Stinger M1 is a lightweight euro-nymph fly reel that works with any fly rod with a tip soft enough to cast nymph flies with ESN line (1- 4wt rod is recommended).
The lightweight Stinger M1 allows greater arm extension and is guaranteed to improve dead-drift distance and casting while making your rod more sensitive to bumps and strikes.
The compact profile makes the Stinger M1 ideal for backcountry fishing. It’s CNC machined in the USA from billet 6 series aluminum. The M1 finish is type 3 MIL. SPEC hard anodize for non-glare durability. At 48 grams (1.7 oz) the M1 might be the 2nd lightest fly reel made, next to the Stinger Comp.
The Stinger M1 has adjustable components for custom ergonomics. The Spool can be positioned closer or further and the height can be raised for larger line needs.
Optional components are available for the M1, see Balance kit and 6mm Spool Riser kit. All hardware is Stainless steel. The Stinger M1 comes with our Tracer 62 Euro-nymph line/leader system pre-installed- Just add your tippet and flies.
Designed and made in the USA. Patent pending.
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Stinger Micro reels are the lightest reels in the world and designed specifically to improve contact nymphing.
Stinger Micro reels are the lightest reels in the world and designed specifically to improve contact nymphing.
Reducing reel’s weight and inertia increases rod tip control when casting. Starting, stopping and directional changes are quicker as well. Force=Mass x Acceleration
Reducing reel’s weight and inertia increases rod tip control when casting. Starting, stopping and directional changes are quicker as well. Force=Mass x Acceleration
Contact nymphing is improved with longer rods and arm reach to suspend the line off the water's surface. The lighter your gear, the better your line control and dead-drifts.
Contact nymphing is improved with longer rods and arm reach to suspend the line off the water's surface. The lighter your gear, the better your line control and dead-drifts.
A light reel makes your rod more lively and sensitive to strikes because the mass of the reel dampens movement at the rod tip.
A light reel makes your rod more lively and sensitive to strikes because the mass of the reel dampens movement at the rod tip.
Less shoulder strain greatly improves tight line techniques and allows you to fish longer and harder.
Less shoulder strain greatly improves tight line techniques and allows you to fish longer and harder.
Stingers come with size medium leader formulas and will pair with any MAVRK Rod below
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Tracer 62- Full Euro Nymph Line Leader System in Detail
New reel improves Euro nymph techniques.
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