The lightweight really makes the rod shine. I matched this reel on a TFO Moment and was impressed with the way it seamlessly blended into the casting stroke. The line pickup is vast and efficient and its just a beautiful reel visually as well. Can't wait to get it out to test it in the flats

This is my second LIQUID Outfit and I must say this rod and reel combo is balanced perfectly, casts great and is a fantastic value! Beginner to expert can cast this rod with confidence!

Great reel. Lightweight, sealed and a drag with detents so you know where you're at.

Heading for a 10-day work trip to the Bahamas in late October. Cannot wait to put the new Lampson rig to the test on Abaco, South Andros, and Mangrove Cay. All preliminary signs point to an amazing rig.

When it comes to Lamson, there isn't a better sealed product out there. The Litespeed M is simply the best of the best from one of the best. Thousands of casts and a lot of saltwater exposure later and the reel still acts like it's brand new. Only caveat is I'd still take the Hyperspeed over the Litespeed but if you prefer a less oversized reel this is for you!

Ordered an M10 in the Riviera colorway, and it has been amazing so far. When I first opened it up, I couldn't believe the strength of the drag system on this bad boy. When fully cranked down, it is genuinely hard to pull line off the reel. Line pick up has been great for big striped bass, and backing capacity is phenomenal when paired with some GSP, but I'm excited to get this down into the tropics this winter. Will likely be ordering another or two!

Great product and great company

This version is amazing! I use Litespeed for many years and every time we can find new beautiful changes.

This is my second review since I couldn't edit my original. I've now used this reel bonefishing for almost 8 weeks over the last year and a half, and it has never let me down. I walk the flats and love the weight, the finish, the large diameter and the way I can keep up with a bonefish when it runs at me. I just rinse and repeat day after day. I've pretty much retired my other high end reels and bought a second spool to run a 7 weight line on. I bring back-up reels with me but never use them because this is the best reel of the bunch. I've got blue braid on for backing and it matches the reel accents and looks really cool. The drag has never let me down, even when I have to go to 3x because the fish are really spooky. If you are looking for the best bonefish reel on the market, then buy this reel. You will not be disappointed. This from someone whom has fished bonefish for almost 40 years and gone through over a dozen other high end reels.

I wanted to like the M12 Litespeed. It looks great, it's light, and has a great arbor. Hooked up on 3 striped marlin in MagBay and on the third one, drag blew out, spun back and cracked my knuckle. Was really hoping this reel could handle those fish but I don't trust it for a fish of this caliber. Sending it back for warranty and will probably just use it for my spey rod.

Lamson stands up to the abuse of AK and the salt!

The reels and rods were exactly what I wanted. Great quality and drags

Great Performance Reel with outstanding drag and a very handsome setup on a Cobalt rod.

So far I like the Litespeed M 12 Riviera reel.
I put it on a Cobalt 12wt rod and the balance is perfect.
I’m in the process of spooling it up and getting ready to test it in September on medium to large sized tarpon and tuna on Crooked Island in the Southern Bahamas.
I’m excited and looking forward to my success with this outfit and will recommend to our clients and my circle of anglers.
Thank you,
Captain Dan

Loaded the new reel with backing and fly line and hit the flats today. Awesome reel! Looks great, lightweight, and nice smooth drag. This reel is a winner.

Great product!

Putting the M10 and M12 to work in the salt on 8 and 11 weight rods. Exceptional lightweight, balanced frames and smooth drags.

Very light very nice real

The Litespeed M12 Is made in USA; The large arbor creates a fast retrieval rate; Very light and well made quality product at a great price point, What's not to like.

I own many fly fishing products and love this Lamson Reel. It’s got great line pickup and stands up to harsh conditions - it’s my beach fishing go too. Definitely a fabulous product.

So far no complaints! Works as good as it looks! Drag is nicely sealed, weight is nice, solid line pick up. Lamson definitely makes some of the best saltwater reels available right now

This thing looks great but more importantly, is going to be a tarpon stopping machine. It's got a drag that will put the breaks on any beachside tarpon! Bring on May!!

This is a great reel. The large arbor and weight are fantastic, and the color is nice, too. I have owned an M8 for about two years, and it is my primary bonefish reel. I have tested it on a 9wt, one step above its rating, and it performed well on things like permit and small tarpon.
I look forward to using it in CXI in a few months. For what its worth, I like it enough that I am seriously considering getting an M10 in the coming weeks.

Great stopping power super light high-quality product

I have a multitude of high end saltwater 8 weight reels but was looking for something a little lighter. Also, numerous times I have had bonefish come at me and I can't reel quick enough. I believe the Litespeed M will answer both issues. I have two bonefish trips in the near future and plan to fish this reel hard. I'll update this review if I have any issues but I believe the Lamson Litespeed M will move to the top of my 8 wt. reels. I've been over this reel and the fit and finish is outstanding. I have just a few yards over 200 yds of 68# braid and a SA amplitude smooth grand slam clear tip.

I fish my m10 only in the surf never from a boat I have dropped it in sand every time I went out. I just dunk and it keeps working. It’s really a lite weight reel. The drag is more than you’ll ever need I bet. So far really happy..time will tell..it get abused

This is a great reel for larger bonefish. The weight balances well with modern light weight rods and the wagon wheel pickup is much appreciated when they turn and run at you. Really pleased with this reel.

I will say I own 5 Lamson reels. Including 3 generations of ULA/Force series, I really don't fish anything else for trout, so when it was time for a new high-end saltwater reel, this was a no-brainer. Unfortunately, I am a bit disappointed. I have other salt reels in this price range, and this one does not exhibit the quality I expected. The spool has multiple machining marks and blemishes in the anno. The drag also has this terrible mushy feel, like it's half a detent drag and half a non-detent drag. There are no defined stops like other high-end reels. It's just clicking but not stopping in any specific place, which feels decidedly not like a $750 reel. I'm trying to decide if it needs to go back, but I have a trip in a couple of weeks, so we will see how it handles fish. It is, of course, very light and makes a 9wt. rig with the 10wt. reel lighter than most 6wt. setups with traditional salt reels.

I have this reel in size 10. Such a beauty of a reel. Smooth wind and drag. I’m about to place an order with my local shop for a size 8 and a size 12. I’ll be relying on these reels for a Cuba fishing trip next year. I have no doubt these will be up to the task and for many other expeditions afterwards.
Just like the freshwater reels, the Waterworks Lamson quality outlasts and out performs the rest.