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If you're talking about the modern black aluminum rings, I recommend the slightly wider style used on the last generation (brown) Superfines, not the really thin ones used on the current 1 and 2wt Superfine Trout Bums and older "one ounce" rods, or the knurled stainless ones used on the oldest graphite and bamboo Superfines. The good black ones are tapered and do a much better job of holding the reel on the seat without digging into the cork. The really thin black ones will work, just not as well, and the stainless ones will tear up your reel foot and cork. None of them weigh enough to worry about. All three were available from the Orvis rod making shop for small $$, last I checked. -CC PS. The really thin black rings excel at one application--mounted directly against the base of your grip, they make a great combination cork check and front ring (just grind out a little cork to allow the reel foot to be inserted 1/8in or so). Use the wider black ring for the "traveler" on this "up-sliding" seat. The weight of your reel will tend to keep the lower ring locked on tightly.