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Orvis Unveils New Ratio Big‑Game Reel and Redesigned Hydros

Stronger drags, larger arbors, and salt‑ready engineering headline Orvis' 2026 fly‑reel updates.

Orvis Unveils New Ratio Big‑Game Reel and Redesigned Hydros — The new Orvis Ratio reel will retail for $498-$649 | tridentflyfishing.com (Photo courtesy of the Orvis Company)

March 03, 2026 By Fly Fisherman Staff

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Orvis announced two updated fly reels today, introducing a new big‑game model and a redesigned version of its best‑selling workhorse.

New Big‑Game Orvis Fly Reel

The Ratio Fly Reel is positioned as Orvis’ most robust saltwater reel to date, built for species that demand high drag strength and long runs. The reel features a fully sealed carbon‑stainless drag system designed to...

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