XLV is the answer when you are looking for a narrow shaped modern fly reel with a proper disc brake package. It is indeed a real large-arbour design with an EVA handle which gives you a solid grip even in wet conditions. XLV reels are tested by countless fishermen in trout, salmon and basically all kinds of freshwater fishing. One Family, multiple designs. The XLV family has multiple designs: all 3-4 and 5-6 reels and the original 7-8 color have a V-shape in the chassis The special color 7-8 in black has the Vision heraldic shape. Nymph & Stillmaniac models cover the needs of nymphing and stillwater fishing with customized design and features. All moving parts are greased with SKF’s water resistant bearing grease. The XLV reels run with built in counter balance. The most popular 5-6 and 7-8 sizes are available in original XLV color and cool looking black color.