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$45.15The Story
The Orvis Hydros Spare Spool provides anglers with the ultimate versatility to adapt to changing fishing conditions without the expense of purchasing a complete additional reel. Designed to pair seamlessly with the updated Hydros reel series, this accessory is essential for the serious angler who requires different line tapers—such as switching from floating to sinking lines—or backup configurations at a moment's notice. By incorporating the same precision engineering as the full reel assembly, this spool ensures that your performance remains consistent and reliable, whether you are targeting trout in freshwater streams or chasing gamefish on the flats.
Design
Engineered with a focus on weight reduction and structural integrity, the spool features a heavily ported, skeletonized design that minimizes mass while maintaining rigidity. The concave spool face enhances backing capacity, while the rim is machined to allow for comfortable palming during fights with strong fish. The tolerances are tight, ensuring a flush fit with the reel frame that prevents thin running lines or leaders from slipping into the gap between the spool and the housing.
Finish
To ensure longevity in harsh environments, the spool is treated with a matte Type II anodized finish. This electrochemical process hardens the surface of the aluminum, creating a robust shield against scratches, dents, and the corrosive effects of saltwater. The matte aesthetic serves a functional purpose as well, reducing light reflection and glare that can spook wary fish in clear, shallow water scenarios.
Materials
Constructed from fully machined bar-stock aluminum, this spool offers superior durability compared to die-cast alternatives. Orvis selected this premium material to achieve high strength-to-weight ratios, allowing for the intricate porting described in the design section without sacrificing the component's ability to withstand pressure. This machined construction ensures that the spool retains its shape under the crushing force of tightly wound backing or heavy drag pressure.
Drag
While the primary drag mechanism is housed within the reel frame, this spool is precision-engineered to interface flawlessly with the Hydros sealed drag system. The internal hub mates with the reel's stacked carbon and stainless steel disc washers, ensuring zero startup inertia and consistent heat dissipation. This seamless integration allows the drag to perform at its peak, protecting light tippets and providing smooth resistance during long runs.
Arbor Size
The spool features a super large arbor design, which provides distinct performance advantages over standard arbors. This increased diameter facilitates rapid line retrieval, allowing anglers to pick up slack quickly when a fish turns toward the rod. Additionally, the large arbor significantly reduces line memory, ensuring that the fly line deploys in relaxed loops rather than tight coils, which improves casting distance and accuracy.
Warranty
Orvis backs their products with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, covering defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty ensures that the spool is free from manufacturing flaws that would impede performance. As of current policies, owners may be responsible for a nominal handling fee for repairs or replacements not attributed to initial defects, and specific coverage details should be verified directly with the manufacturer.
More Info
- Best for: Allwater (Freshwater and Saltwater)
- Arbor Size: Super Large Arbor
- Compatibility: Matches corresponding Hydros Reel size
- Retrieve: Convertible (dependent on reel frame setup)
Description
The Orvis Hydros Spare Spool provides anglers with the ultimate versatility to adapt to changing fishing conditions without the expense of purchasing a complete additional reel. Designed to pair seamlessly with the updated Hydros reel series, this accessory is essential for the serious angler who requires different line tapers—such as switching from floating to sinking lines—or backup configurations at a moment's notice. By incorporating the same precision engineering as the full reel assembly, this spool ensures that your performance remains consistent and reliable, whether you are targeting trout in freshwater streams or chasing gamefish on the flats.
Design
Engineered with a focus on weight reduction and structural integrity, the spool features a heavily ported, skeletonized design that minimizes mass while maintaining rigidity. The concave spool face enhances backing capacity, while the rim is machined to allow for comfortable palming during fights with strong fish. The tolerances are tight, ensuring a flush fit with the reel frame that prevents thin running lines or leaders from slipping into the gap between the spool and the housing.
Finish
To ensure longevity in harsh environments, the spool is treated with a matte Type II anodized finish. This electrochemical process hardens the surface of the aluminum, creating a robust shield against scratches, dents, and the corrosive effects of saltwater. The matte aesthetic serves a functional purpose as well, reducing light reflection and glare that can spook wary fish in clear, shallow water scenarios.
Materials
Constructed from fully machined bar-stock aluminum, this spool offers superior durability compared to die-cast alternatives. Orvis selected this premium material to achieve high strength-to-weight ratios, allowing for the intricate porting described in the design section without sacrificing the component's ability to withstand pressure. This machined construction ensures that the spool retains its shape under the crushing force of tightly wound backing or heavy drag pressure.
Drag
While the primary drag mechanism is housed within the reel frame, this spool is precision-engineered to interface flawlessly with the Hydros sealed drag system. The internal hub mates with the reel's stacked carbon and stainless steel disc washers, ensuring zero startup inertia and consistent heat dissipation. This seamless integration allows the drag to perform at its peak, protecting light tippets and providing smooth resistance during long runs.
Arbor Size
The spool features a super large arbor design, which provides distinct performance advantages over standard arbors. This increased diameter facilitates rapid line retrieval, allowing anglers to pick up slack quickly when a fish turns toward the rod. Additionally, the large arbor significantly reduces line memory, ensuring that the fly line deploys in relaxed loops rather than tight coils, which improves casting distance and accuracy.
Warranty
Orvis backs their products with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, covering defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty ensures that the spool is free from manufacturing flaws that would impede performance. As of current policies, owners may be responsible for a nominal handling fee for repairs or replacements not attributed to initial defects, and specific coverage details should be verified directly with the manufacturer.
More Info
- Best for: Allwater (Freshwater and Saltwater)
- Arbor Size: Super Large Arbor
- Compatibility: Matches corresponding Hydros Reel size
- Retrieve: Convertible (dependent on reel frame setup)
