[Patrick]

I see so many companies offering reel bags for when your rods are on the front rack exposed to sand and the elements. These bags are rather pricey when you look at people who have a few rods out each trip. I found the perfect solution and if you're an alcoholic, you'll love it. My brother brought all these Crown Royal bags home. You know, the bottles that are covered in purple drawstring bags. These things fit over the reel perfect.

I don't drive so sand in the reel isn't a concern but I bag my reels up when they aren't in use to keep any dust, spiders (true story, ground up a daddy long legs in my quantum), or other things that find their way in the reel. It's not waterproof but it's good enough to keep the dust and stuff away.

That's my little recently found tip. Just thought it would be interesting to share. You can probably get these bags for free from a bar since they have no real use for them.