Lamson Liquid Max 8 Fly Reel Tidal
Code: WW-L_LQDM_8_T
Product detailed description
Lamson Liquid Max 8 Fly Reel Tidal
Nobody Likes a Bully. Anyone who says this hasn’t experienced the new Liquid Max, a bully and a beast of a reel. Liquid Max features our Cobalt Drag System: a fully U.S.-made, stop-anything drag system with proprietary Teflon alloy drag cone, Carbon PEEK thrust washers, custom self-lubricating seals and a Certified IPX8 waterproof rating. We’ve housed this drag in a pressure cast and machined frame and spool, with features that include Ultra Large Arbor, integrated reel foot and pocket spar frame and spool design that maximizes strength-to-weight ratio. Top it off with a large, easy grip drag knob you have a reel that will change your mind about bullies.
- Cobalt Drag System: US made, Certified IPX8 waterproof, Proprietary Teflon alloy drag cone, Carbon PEEK thrust washers, Custom self-lubricating seals
- Ultra large arbor ratios
- Integrated reel foot
- Large, easy grip handle and drag knob
- Pocket spar frame and spool design-increased strength to weight
- Pressure cast and machined frame/spool
| Item | Diameter | Width | Weight | Rod wt | Line capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid Max 6 | 108mm | 25mm | 198gr | WF 6-7 | WF6 150 yds 20# |
| Liquid Max 8 | 117mm | 25mm | 227gr | WF 8-9 | WF8 250 yds 20# |
| Liquid Max 10 | 127mm | 28mm | 255gr | WF 10-11 | WF10 250 yds 30# |
Care
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Do not remove the drag knob or the two-holed nut in the center of the drag knob for any reason.
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Always ensure the Gland Cap is tight, especially before using the reel the first time or after reversing the retrieve direction. Be sure to periodically check that the cap is on securely; it should always be firmly tightened by hand, do not use a tool. The Gland Cap should seat completely on the drag cylinder when installed properly.
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The drag system is meant to operate lubrication free. Do not use any type of oil or lubricant in or around the drag system. A small amount of WD-40 may be applied to the retrieve handle in order to remove any dirt build up between the handle and the handle shaft.
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Freshwater Use: Occasionally rinse your reel thoroughly under fresh running water and wipe the spool and frame to remove any debris or dirt build up. Be sure to wipe down the spindle on the spool and keep it free of debris.
Saltwater Use:
Be sure to rinse the reel under fresh running water after every use in a salt environment. Occasionally rinse the drag by doing the following:
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Remove the spool, unscrew the gland cap and remove the red and silver clutch assembly.
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Rinse all components including the inside of the drag cylinder thoroughly with fresh running water.
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Allow all components to dry completely before reassembly.
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Waterworks was formed in 1996 when fishermen who happened to be product designers figured a better way to release a fly-caught fish. The status quo, the hemostat, wasn't good for the fish or the fly. Their solution was an innovative tool that allowed a fish to be released without handling, and the fly to remain intact. Named after their hometown in Idaho, they called the tool the Ketchum Release.
Those same fishermen were also bicycle enthusiasts and prior to forming Waterworks, had honed their skills in the world of high performance cycling, creating and patenting cutting-edge components and mountain bike suspension technology. Eventually turning their focus to the fly reel was a logical thing to do: Reels were, essentially, a wheel on a frame.
Fly reels were heavy, overly complex and unreliable. They had slow retrieve rates. They caused line to coil and drag tension as line fed out. The designers wondered, ``what would the perfect fly reel look like?`` The ULA (ultra large arbor), the power arm frame, the conical sealed drag, the integrated counterbalance — all were the results of this early work and formed the basis of an enduring architecture.
In 1998, Waterworks acquired Lamson and, along with Waterworks Force reels, now had two brands sharing the core technology and design ethos of simplicity and function-driven styling. The line-up of reels has radiated into specialized niches over time: two handed, salt water, super-arbor, and rugged environments. The pursuit of inspired design and solid engineering has driven Waterworks-Lamson's fly reel innovation for two decades, with no end in sight.
At Lamson, we don’t just make fly reels; we craft tools that connect you to the water, the fish, and the moment. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just beginning your journey, we invite you to experience the difference that Lamson reels can make. We are proud to be part of your fly fishing adventure, today and for years to come.