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Islander Precision Reels
Islander Reels has been manufacturing precision Center Pin, Fly and Mooching reels for over 25 years. Islander is a division of J.S. Foster Corporation in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. J.S. Foster Corporation is a precision production machine shop, using modern C.N.C. lathes and machining centers and employs over 50 people involved in various capacities of the operation of the company. J.S. Foster was started by Joseph Foster over 45 years ago and continues to be a family owned and operated business.
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Reels
- AR LA (discontinued)
- C5
- IR
- IR Series
- IS (Islander Steelheader)
- LA (discontinued)
- LX
- MR2 (discontinued)
- MR2-LA
- MR3
- Pacific Steelheader
- Reel Pouch (discontinued)
- TR3
Spools
- A/R LA Spool (discontinued)
- IR Spool (discontinued)
- LA Spool (discontinued)
- LS Spool (discontinued)
- LX Spool (discontinued)
Reels
IR
Previous Generation

The IR Series was designed as a small, lightweight series for lines from 2 - 7 weight. The series has a unique click drag system with five drag settings that are adjustable from the frame-side adjustment knob. This allows for precise drag control when using lightweight tippets. Like other … more
IS (Islander Steelheader)
The IS is certainly designed with elegance and functionality in mind. The spool has a large arbour for quick retrieval and a large, smooth palming rim allowing for everything down to the lightest touch of drag.

The IS (Islander Steelheader) is a purist centerpin reel for the avid steelhead fisherman. It offers a free-running spool which enable long casts and smooth drifts for more hook-ups. It has an engageable two-way clicker which prevents line over run while playing your fish. A large diameter spools … more
LX
Every LX fly reel is designed with a large arbor spool to enhance retrieval speed and reduce the need for backing. Options for 6-13 Line weights.

The LX Large Arbor Series are designed and engineered from the frame out, the LX models are a perfect match for high performance rods and lines. Light, simple, and rugged, the LX series brings together all of the benefits of a Large Arbor, combined with the classic Islander look, sound and … more
MR3
MR3 incorporates a large arbor spool for quicker line pickup. Three large, fully sealed, stainless steel ball bearings. Large 3-inch clutch drag system.

The MR3 incorporates a large arbor spool for quicker line pickup; this also eliminates the need for backing as filler. Inside the reel, the spool runs on three large, fully sealed, stainless steel ball bearings. The drag is supplied by a large 3-inch clutch, which uses a double pawl system for … more
TR3
The Islander TR3 sets a new standard in salmon trolling excellence.

Fishing in the Pacific Northwest will never be the same. With a fully sealed disk drag, corrosion-free ceramic bearings, ported paddle handles, and two-tone finish, the Islander TR3 sets a new standard in salmon trolling excellence.