Nautilus GTS Fly Reel

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The GTS 5/6 is a specialist tool for anglers who care about drag feel as much as drag strength. Built around a GT drag system derived directly from GTX architecture and tuned for lighter line classes, it delivers precise, responsive resistance that you can adjust mid-fight and feel the difference immediately. Fully sealed for saltwater use, versatile enough for heavy freshwater applications. This is not a reel for someone who wants to set the drag and forget it. It is for anglers who fish actively, adjust constantly, and want a system that responds like it should at 5 and 6 weight.

The GTS 7/8 is the technical heart of the GT Series, built for anglers who demand precise control and smooth, reliable performance in light saltwater and heavy freshwater. Its fully sealed architecture and GTX-derived drag system deliver exceptional consistency, with a wide, finely tunable drag range designed to protect light tippets while still offering serious stopping power.

Stronger, lighter, and more responsive than the NV-G series it replaces, the GTS features a refined frame, seamless left- to right-hand retrieve conversion, and a highly intuitive drag knob. The first turn delivers the majority of usable drag for delicate presentations, while additional turns quickly bring the power needed for larger fish.

With a 4” diameter and Giga arbor, the GTS 7/8 offers fast line pickup and ample backing capacity for everything from trout to bonefish. The frame is also compatible with the 5/6 spool, giving anglers a versatile, multi-fishery setup. Integrated backing markers and clear spool identification make rigging fast and precise, rounding out a reel built for anglers who expect control without compromise.

FEATURES

Line-Class-Tuned Drag System. Drag behavior engineered specifically to the line weight, not a one-size-fits-all curve. Fully sealed and derived from the flagship GTX platform.
GTS Drag (5 to 8 weight). Dual-turn system. First turn 0 to 4 pounds for 5 to 6 weight finesse. Second turn 4 to 12 pounds for 7 to 8 weight power.
GTR Drag (8 to 11 weight). Single-turn system. Zero to 12 pounds in one full rotation. Reinforced spring and additional washer for added power.
Lightweight, Rigid Frame. Engineered for saltwater durability without the weight penalty.
Integrated Backing Markers. Machined directly into the spool. Fill your line to the exact yardage without measuring.
Giga Arbor Spool. Fast line pickup and faster drying.
24mm Socket-Compatible Spool Cap. Standard 15/16 inch socket removes a stuck cap cleanly.
Easy RH to LH Conversion.
Machined in Miami. Built to last.

GTS 5/6

Water Type: Freshwater and Saltwater

Fish Type: Trout, Panfish, and Stillwater Bonefish

Location Type: Streams, Rivers, Lakes, and Flats

Line Class Range: 5 - 6

Drag Strenth: Medium

GTS 7/8

Water Type: Saltwater

Fish Type: Trout, Steelhead, Bass, Bonefish, Snook, Redfish, Stripers, Salmon, Sea Trout, and Carp

Location Type: Flats, Inshore, and Travel / Destination

Line Class Range: 7 - 8

Drag Strenth: Medium to Heavy

SPECS

The GT Drag System

The GT drag system is derived directly from the GTX Pentadrag architecture and scaled to the demands of each GT model. Where most drag systems are built for maximum stopping power, the GT is engineered for feel and control—delivering a precise, responsive drag curve that lets you apply exactly the pressure you want at any point in the fight. GTS models are staged for finesse and lighter line classes. GTR models run a stronger spring for a broader power band when the fish get bigger.

WHAT IT IS

Fully sealed drag system derived from GTX architecture, tuned per model for line-class-specific performance. GTS staged for finesse and control. GTR built for power and range. Both fully sealed against saltwater, sand, and debris.

WHAT IT MEANS ON THE WATER

You feel the difference in the first fight. The drag responds to your adjustment immediately and predictably, with no lag and no overshoot. For anglers who want to manage pressure actively through the fight rather than set and forget, the GT is the tool.

SHIPPING INFO

Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop offers free shipping on qualifying orders, though expedited shipping is available upon request. Some oversized items, like mid-length nets, long-handled nets, and coolers, require a $25 flat rate shipping fee. All orders are processed within 1-3 business days. For international shipping, we use USPS with options including First Class (15-20 days, no tracking), Priority Mail (6-20 days, tracking & insurance), and Express Mail (3-10 days, tracking & insurance). Customers refusing shipments to avoid customs fees are responsible for return shipping costs or a 10% restocking fee. Returns can be made in-store or by mailing items to Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop, 215 West Front Street, Missoula, MT 59802 for a prompt refund.

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