Orvis Hydros Fly Reel
Orvis Hydros Fly Reel
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The Orvis Hydros fly reel remains one of the top choices in its category and price-point. Its sealed drag system, with carbon and stainless steel disc washers, is known for being among the most powerful in the industry, with no start-up inertia. The full-matte finish, large arbor size, and balanced design make it a great option, providing excellent retrieval rates and reduced line coiling compared to reels with standard arbors. Crafted with precision, this reel embodies top-notch quality.
- Refined, lighter weight large arbor fly reel
- Improved fully-sealed drag clutch bearing
- Radiused reel foot for kink-free leader protection
- Ergonomically improved, easy to use drag knob
- Zero start-up inertia
- Excellent retrieval rates and less line coiling
Specs:
- Hydros I for line weights 1-3; 4.7 oz, 3.1” in diameter.
- Hydros II for line weights 3-5; 5.0 oz, 3.4” in diameter.
- Hydros III for line weights 5-7; 5.5 oz, 3.7” in diameter.
- Hydros IV for line weights 7-9; 6.6 oz, 4” in diameter.
- Hydros V for line weights 9-11; 7.7 oz, 4.25” in diameter.
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