Preloaded with 20 lb abrasion-resistant backing for immediate use and durability
Weight-forward floating fly line enables long, accurate casts for small flies and streamers
9-foot loop-to-loop tapered leader included for versatile rigging options
CNC-machined die-cast aluminum frame minimizes weight while maximizing strength
S Power Drag system delivers smooth, strong fish-stopping power with no detectable startup inertia
Summarized by Shop
Get loaded! PreLoad 2.0 Fly Reel comes spooled up and ready to fish with Cheeky’s premium 20-lb backing, specially paired weight forward floating fly line, and a 9-foot loop-to-loop tapered leader. Spend less time and money rigging up and more time on the water.
The PreLoad’s diecast frame and body, coupled with CNC componentry and post-
Line Weight
350 lb test
Target Species
Trout, bass, small salmon
Backing
20 lb abrasion-resistant
Fly Line
Weight-forward, floating, 5/6 test, 90 ft
Leader
9 ft loop-to-loop, tapered
Frame Material
Die-cast aluminum
Reel Weight
4.4 oz
Retrieve
Ships left hand, easy to convert to right hand
Summarized by Shop
4.6
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Cheeky Preload 2. 0
Can’t beat this for the money! This is my new recommendation for a person looking for a quality reel. Anxious to put it through some field testing. The previous reigning champion was the Orvis Clearwater , they held up very well. This reel should do every bit as well at a better price. Hard to believe the pricing on this reel.
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John · June 23, 2026
Pretty decent reel for the money
The reel is quality made, has a good drag and came with a good quality preloaded line. There are 2 things I would change. The spool handle needs to be longer, and the spool removal knob needs to be recessed to avoid banging a knuckle on it when reeling. I installed a longer spool knob and filed down the sharp edges on the spool knob.