MAY 2012 -

Don, just a quick picture of the first striper with your HS-18 reel, with a wire line set up.  SMOOTH is an understatement!  
 
Ken D.


Don,
This reel is awesome. We got this 75lb tuna on the first cast of the trip and landed it in less than 10 mins. I can't wait to get more fish and lose less because of this reel. Quality product from a quality company. It is great to see a great product at a great price from a American company. Thanks Don and Canyon Reels.
Chauncey T.


Hello, I'm David M. and I am in the Navy stationed here in Groton, CT. I bought some of your reels a couple months back and am very pleased with the performance they offer. I have been using the HS-15 model a good bit lately and it is great at getting the fish into my hands. I used it cod fishing, catfish fishing in Alabama and striper fishing on the Thames River around my Base. I caught my first keeper sized striper using your reels. Good times and tight lines with your product. Thanks for making some awesome reels.
David M.


APRIL 2012 -

Don,
 
I do not know if you remember me, but you shipped me a 6500 spinning reel in mid-February.  It has been bad weather/new boat every weekend here on the Panhandle of Florida, so fishing has been limited.  I just wanted to tell you how much I have enjoyed your reel the two times I have been able to fish it.  This past weekend I tried the beast out on some Amberjack….went (1-3) with a hook pull and I actually straighten the hook out on a 4x Eagle Claw Treble.  Wish I would have taken a  pic of the hook b/c no one but my father in law who was on the boat believes me…..  Just wanted to stay in touch with you and let you know how much I appreciate your customer service and especially this bada$$reel.  I have been talking you guys up down here w/ several SKA guys and trying to spread the word.  I will post some pics soon.
 
Thanks for everything,
Wes M

OCTOBER 2011 -

Don,
You're a man of your word! Got the reel back yesterday, feels and works great, I'm back in business for Blackfish season. Thanks again for standing behind your product and getting the reel back to me so quickly. You're my new best friend in the whole world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Much appreciation,
Don


SEPTEMBER 2011 -

Don,
Just wanted to send you this picture from Saturday night. We caught 5 swordfish and your reel performed great! We actually won the tournament. Thanks for the new reel handle for the hs-15 it's perfect! I'll send more pics as I take them, but back to work for me! I'll send more pics in a month haha!


Don,

Thanks again, it's great dealing with such reliable and serious guy like you!!

If someday you decide to come and spend holidays in Mauritius i would be very happy to invite you on my fishing boat to go and find some big dogtooth or marlins!!

Cheers
Yoan


AUGUST 2011 -

Don,

First off, I am very satisfied with the personal service that you provided to myself and William Burch in the ordering process of the EX-30's and and the jigging reel. We have been more than pleased with the EX's thus far. We have pulled up Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Warsaw Grouper and even hooked up to some 'bills while bump trolling for Tuna. We have put the Canyon's next to the Tiagra 50's and have found the drag on the 30's to be comparable or more than the Tiagra 50's.  The Canyons are also much smoother than the Penns and the Shimanos in our experience. I was thinking about adding 2 more Canyon 50's to the line up, but when the 30's have the same drag, less weight, and slightly less line capacity... why go 50 when the 30's can handle the load. We will be ordering some new reels next spring to start outfitting our new addition so we will be in contact. Your reels have been a hit on our part of the Gulf Coast! Thanks so much for putting fish in the boat. Here are a few pics that we captured with the Canyon's in use. Stay in touch!

Thanks,
Rourke

Hey Don,

Just wanted to say finally got a chance to put a load on my reel I'm
running the 30 two speed on a Wright & McGill heavy jig rod spooled
with 80 pound samurai boat has been down so been drifting balloons on
a lifesavers of the skyway Pier in Tampa bay. The porpoises can be
tough here grab the pin fish and run to get you to pull the hook out
anyway hooked in to a stingray the size of a hula hoop not really a
game fish but can fight like hell no pics didn't want to gaff it for a
pic and was not lifting it another way. The reel performed better
than I could have imaged I would put up against anything should be
back offshore next month so some real pics to come tonight going to
see if I can't get a Goliath grouper on really put it to the test and
will be buying an 80 soon I was fishing a Penn thirty international
made in USA not the new china crap and believe me the Canyon make that
look like a zebco.

Ed
Saint Pete FL

All i can say is WOW. the reel is top notch. Ive got grouper. Big snapper. anything i have hooked it has killed quick. it is a great reel. Ive even caught nice AJs on it. Eeryone that has used it loves it also. They really like the fact that it is made in the USA. That is hard to find. They like the Drag on it. it has a very smooth drag an they love the big power handle. I got one comment that the handle should be out from the reel more. i think its great the way it is. Two thubs up from me an my dad an everyone else!!

Zac

Hi Don.
How are things with you?  busy i'm sure...  Things up here are going great. The fish are here in good numbers and are biting every day. We finally got a guy that we were comfortable putting in the stand up gear. Your reel was fantastic and worked flawlessly.We paired your reel with a custom rod that we got built locally, a 130 blank @ 5 ft long with a curved butt. The other reel is on the same rod only a little lighter blank - 80-. We only got to use it for around 25 mins as the new Aftco harness broke, manufacturer problems.This small amount of time still gave use enough time to see how this style of angling works!!!  Need to be in good shape. We finished the fish in the gunwale,estimated his weight at approx. 850 lbs and released him. Had a very exhausted but happy angler. We have some clients coming in Sept. who will give everything a good workout.  I am forwarding you some pictures of your reel in action on a Giant Bluefin Tuna.
Will forward you more pics this fall as fishing here continues!!!
Take care,
Troy   

Capt. Jamie Bruce ~ Tuna Clipper
Capt. Troy Bruce ~ White Water
Bruce Brothers Charters

JULY 2011 -

The Reels are fantastic! From the HS-18 to the EX-80 we couldn’t ask for a better product. The HS-18 has so far landed us 100’s of Striped Bass and hundreds of pounds of Cod, Haddock and Ocean Pollock with no issues! The EX-16 has landed Sharks to 400 pounds and some Monster Cod and Ocean Pollock. We’re looking forward to giving it a good beating during the upcoming Shark Tournaments. Across the board all the reels have superior drags and are unbelievably smooth. These reels are bullet proof! We can’t say enough about them. Our customers love them and are purchasing their own! Our plans include dumping the “Congressmen” and fully outfitting the boat with Canyon’s. Thanks for a great product!!!!
Captain’s Shawn & Megan Tibbetts
F/V Miss Megan II

Had a great day of fishing, catching about two dozen bass and blues trolling with light tackle, Canyon 15 performed GREAT with smooth consistent drag on fish up to 43 inches.
 
Thanks for a really nice product.
 
Capt Bob Birge

JUNE 2011 -

I picked up an HS-15 from you folks at the Providence show back in March and I had to drop you a note to say thanks for the incredible reels you guys put together. I just landed @Logan last night after a week of fishing in Zihuatanejo, Mexico.  We got into yellowfin on several occasions that were running 35 to 50 pounds and the Diablo Rojo (red devil) handled them with ease. Smooth and precise! I had put a full 300yds of the new Suffix 832 braid in 50# on it and, it tamed all comers quicker than my buddy using the captain’s Avets spooled with mono hands down, every fish. That little red devil helped us land Bonito, Skipjacks, Yellowfin and Roosters all day, all week long. Our charter boat skipper Amado was so impressed he traded me a day charter for the reel. They loved the versatility, size and balance of that reel in Zihua!...You have new international fans! Keep up the great work!
Regards,
Carl Swanson

The reel works like a charm. Outfished all my buddies drifting on my last trip for Stripers in Niantic, Ct. Going out again on the 11th... putting the canyon reel to work!! Thanks for a great product! Sporting the hat baby!!
-Vic

Don, Just a quick e-mail to say that the EX-16 reels are the best!!!  The first fish caught was a Mako Shark that was 78" long to the fork.  Gutted and bled weighted at Lacey Marine 151 pounds, estimated live weight 210/230pounds.  The drags are the best I ever fished with, so smooth.  If you want a pic I will send you one,  Also I got the bulk spool of Jinkai, sweet.
-Ken

Don - I bought an HS 15 from you at the Worcester, MA show this winter and later got an HS 30 from you.  The HS 15 has been fantastic.  Been using it mostly to liveline macs for stripers.  The reel is great for pitching macs into the rocks and the drag is strong so that I can pull bass out of the rocks once I hook up.  Nothing huge yet......up to 35" but the reel is fantastic.  It's also been great for casting plugs to surface feeds. Hoping to get out offshore soon to test the HS 30 with some bluefins.  I hope to send you some pics this summer.  Great products and I've been getting a lot of compliments on the reels.  I've got the HS 15 on a 7' Shimano Terez and I've ordered an XXH Terez for the HS 30.  Hope the fishing are biting well down in Jersey.
Thanks,  Dan A.

MAY 2011 -

MARCH 2011 -

Here's a letter we received from a satisfied customer in Puerto Rico.

FEBRUARY 2011 -

Don,
That's excellent.  Your customer service throughout this has been outstanding.  I'm very impressed.
Thank you,
Joe

JANUARY 2011 -

Don,
The reel has taken a little to get use to but I love it and it is really working out well. Attached is a picture of a bass we caught last week. I will try to get you a bigger bass picture with the reel. I can't wait to use it in the Keys this summer for some monster tarpon. Thanks for everything.
Capt. Mark King

Well congratulations on your reels, I am interested in buying one! The reel will be used on bluefin tuna and anything else that grows big! I have heard nothing but good things about the reels & service! My friend Alan Tani said that the reels were a win, win!!!! Lookin' forward to doing business with ya!
Pete Quartuccio

Don,

Don, just wanted to know that I received the reel you sent me today. That reel should be the bomb for here on Okeechobee for live bait fishing for bass and for fishing the bridges in the Keys for tarpon. I should get to try it out either tomorrow or Friday. I'm very impressed with the reel quality and the small size, I'm looking forward to trying it out. Thanks,

DECEMBER 2010-

SEPTEMBER 2010 -

Don, fishing is staying pretty good as bottom fishing is the best its been all year! The HS-15 reels are wiches for fishing deepwater cod & ling! We get the fish up in no time while fishing 200+ feet of water! For toggin', the lever drag design is great for locking donw on the bigger fish and getting them up out of the the sticky stuff quickly!  My customers love th ereels!
Capt. Allen Gonzalez
Reel Class Sportfishing
Clarks Landing - Pt.Pleasant, NJ

Hello Canyon Reels, I wanted to send an email telling you that after 4 months of thinking about buying one of your reels, I took the chance and purchased one. I am more than happy with the HS-15 reel I purchased! I never imagined it being as good as it is. I didnt think it was really 12ozs but it feels even lighter. I cranked down on the drag to max it out and I still have a free spool that will spin for almost a full minute!
I cant say enough good things about your reels. I will tell all of my fishing buddys. Thanks Again!
Arthur Bolten
Lewes DE

AUGUST 2010 -

I am using the EX-80 reels with a 32# planer and the drags laugh at it! We are catching giant tuna, marlin up to 800lbs and the drags are smoother than i ever expected! Its like they enjoy the abuse! These fish are no match for these reels. You have my business for all of my reels now! ( I use them harder than most guys being a commercial fisherman)
Marty
Cape May , NJ

Just outfitted my new boat with your reels. I am a big **** fan, at least until now. I cant believe how much drag you managed to pack into this tiny little reel. I still dont know how you did it. I do all of my own reel repairs and maintenance, I have taken the reels apart and all I can say is wow! Great product, good luck. I dont think you need it though. I think you need to get more advertising out there so more people learn about your reels.
Don K
Belmar, NJ

Incredible product! Nice smooth, consistant drags, ultra-light and they look badass too! I was trying to decide between 3 reels and I chose your HS-15. I am so happy I did! You need to send these reels to all fo the editors that do write ups on new tackle. I have not heard much about your company and I think its a shame. Alot of people are missing out on your reels.
Gary Klein
Hawthorne, NJ

APRIL 12,2010 -  Bluefin off NC!
Here are some pics from our trip aboard the Canyon Runner. We had a great trip and your reels are nothing short of incredible! Very smooth drags that are stronger than anything we have ever fished! Heres a picture of Jimmy with a 170lb Bluefin on the other end of the line. We even started playing with the tuna using your smallest HS-15 reels!! We got several to the boat using the little reel!!

March -2010 Hatteras, NC 
Bluefin up to 198lbs caught using the HS-30 Two Speed Jigging Reel.  Check out the photos:

Placed the two EX-30's onto my 50lb rods and set off for a day of trolling last weekend. They are just as strong, if not stronger than my **** 50's. The lighter/smaller reels will work out great with the charters this season. Thanks again for the captains program, its nice to know somebody cares about us. We appreciate the deal!
Capt.Jim
NC.

We took the reels (HS-15) to the beach and we cant believe how well they cast. We used 40# power pro, just like we have on our **** Reels, and you were right... they throw almost twice the distance! The preset trick that you showed me works just as well as the magnets. I was not sure if I would be able to throw them, but your trick worked. Just wanted to let you know how well and how far they throw from the surf. Thanks again for taking the time at the show to explain it to me.
Bobby K.  / Jim W.
 Dover,NJ

I just wanted to tell you that I am more than satisfied with the quality of your products. I was a little weary at first, being on the water 4-5 times a week. I am afraid often to switch over to new brands when I have customers relying on me. I want to thank you again for the Captains Program Discount that you guys offer! Its appreciated more than you know. We have been putting them to the test on yellowtails and they are stronger than expected.  I will be ordering more very soon.

Thanks Again!
Capt. Jerry
Florida

 
My name is John S. and my dad and I spoke to you at the Atlantic City boat show.  We have been fishing with Penn reels for over 30 years, but were really impressed with your product.  To my surprise, my dad purchased a blue HS-15 for my 35th birthday gift.  It was one of the best gifts I've ever received.  Spring will not get here fast enough so that I can put it through it paces.  I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to explain your product.  I could see the enthuiasm in your face as you talked about the reels.  I can only imagine how much you've invested in developing this superior piece of equipment.  It looks like a piece of artwork and will hang nicely on my new all-star rod.  In the off season, it will be on my mantle under glass for all to see.  Thanks again and the best of luck to you.  I wish you bent rods and tight lines.
 
Sincerely,
John M. S.
Vineland, NJ 

Guys, just a quick email to let you know that you were absolutely right! You talked me into the HS-15 reels and they have replaced my **** & ******* reels. I will be coming back for more.  I would like to have you guys make me a couple of custom colors up please. Put 4 of the HS15 away for me in blue and silver please. I will call you in 2 weeks.

Capt. Steve
Fishing Bitch Charters