Orvis SSR Disc Spey Reel
- Machined from solid bar-stock aluminum
- Features unique porting to dry backing and running lines, and prevent reel freeze-up in cold temps
- Hydros-proven sealed disc drag to protect lighter trout spey-sized tippets, yet can be dialed up to stun mode
- Easy-to-access drag knob features a tactile setting outdent
Description
The Swing, Step, Repeat (SSR) Disc Spey Reel is designed to match both the two-handed fly-fishing rods of varying length and line weights, and the methodical, slowed-down pace of today’s two-handed anglers. Available in three standard sizes that let anglers fine tune their setup’s balance, each reel begins its life as a solid chunk of bar-stock aluminum which is then machined to tight tolerances. Critical to the SSR’s design is the reel’s unique porting. Not only do these ports allow backing and running lines to dry after rain-soaked river sessions, they drain a dunked reel quickly to help eliminate the dreaded ‘ice donut.’ That feature alone often goes unnoticed, until temps drop deep and everyone else’s reels are freezing up. Everything about these reels screams stopping power, with a Hydros®-proven sealed disc drag that protects lighter trout spey-sized tippets on the lower settings, yet can be dialed up to stun mode when a large specimen finds the heavy water. The easy-to-access drag knob even features a tactile outdent so you can feel the drag position without taking your eyes off the fish’s alleged location. A radiused, rounded reel foot allows you to bend a leader around its smooth edges without kinking leaders. Size III model is ideal for 3–5-wt. trout spey systems and lighter two-handed applications.
Warranty
Orvis Warranty Information
We warranty our reels against defects in materials and workmanship. The Orvis lifetime warranty does not cover accidental breakage, breakage from abuse, or excessive wear and tear. Send your reel to Orvis for evaluation. You will be charged a $30 (£20) fee for reel service, which includes cleaning, lubrication, and return shipping. For reels repaired for defects in material or workmanship, you will not be charged.
Your new Battenkill Reel has been properly lubricated prior to shipping. The simple design is relatively maintenance free, an occasional freshwater rinse is necessary to keep the mechanisms free from corrosive elements like sand and grit. The click and pawl drag components will wear with use and time, yet they are easily replaced.