Color: Silver
Reel line weight
I (1-3 wt)
IV (7-9 wt)
III (5-7 wt)
V (9-11 wt)
II (3-5 wt)
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4.3/5
This product is great for anglers who are looking for a fun yet high performing reel with a ton of stopping power at a great price. These reels have 14 lbs of pressure when the drag is fully engaged so you can stop even the largest of game fish with this guy. The large arbor means you'll have faster line pick up which again is a huge bonus when dealing with bigger fish that like to run line. The reel is fully sealed so its maintenance free and can be used on both saltwater or fresh. Be careful with this reel though as it will scratch up very easily. It is unfortunately made in China also. But it is covered by the Orvis lifetime warranty if anything serious does happen to it. It comes in a wide range of fun colors!
Ideal for
- Fully sealed Drag.
- Drag is super strong, 14lbs when fully engaged.
- Comes in super cool colors.
Not ideal for
- Does scratch easily.
- Made in China.
The Hydros is Orvis’ mid-range, large arbor fly reel that is both lightweight and durable. The Hydros is a great fit for anglers wanting a well-featured, high-quality reel at a middleground price.
Key Features:
- Large Arbor Design – The large arbor makes each reel rotation more efficient at collecting fly line.
- Fully Sealed Drag System – The fully-sealed drag system allows the Hydros to be a versatile option for both fresh and saltwater applications.
- Zero Start-up Inertia – The Hyrdos has zero start-up inertia, which creates smoother and easier reeling.
- Narrow Spool – With a narrow spool, the Hydros has less overall line stacking and provides extra backing capacity.
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5.0 average rating
4.3/5
Baily Dent owns this product
This product is great for anglers who are looking for a fun yet high performing reel with a ton of stopping power at a great price. These reels have 14 lbs of pressure when the drag is fully engaged so you can stop even the largest of game fish with this guy. The large arbor means you'll have... Read more
Ideal for
- Fully sealed Drag.
- Drag is super strong, 14lbs when fully engaged.
- Comes in super cool colors.
Not ideal for
- Does scratch easily.
- Made in China.
+3
Reviewed by:
Baily Dent
Fly Fishing Expert4.0/5
Cory G owns this product
The Hydros reel from Orvis is altogether a well-designed lightweight reel with a large arbor reel for any freshwater species and some light saltwater use. I really like the versatility, color options, and quality of this reel. If an angler plans on using this in a saltwater situation where the reel could be submerged (surf or beach fishing), extra care... Read more
Ideal for
- Models are available for 1-11wt with many color options.
- Made from highly durable anodized machined aluminum
- Tight tolerances and smooth drag
Not ideal for
- "Sealed Drag" allowed corrosive saltwater to enter the drag system causing performance issues.
Reviewed by:
Cory G
Fly Fishing Expert4.5/5
Matt Beam owns this product
The Orvis Hydros fly reel is a fantastic reel, especially for freshwater applications. It’s super light construction along with super larger arbor allows for all day fishing and a super quick line retrieval. The Orvis Hydros fly reel is perfect for fly fishers who euro nymph with longer fly rods and need a light reel with larger arbor. It’s a... Read more
Ideal for
- High performance
- High speed line retrieval
- Multiple size applications or freshwater and saltwater
Not ideal for
- Low durability finish
- Drag Issues
- Limited Drag power for saltwater fish
Reviewed by:
Matt Beam
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