The Orvis Clearwater Large Arbor Fly Reel, updated with new features, design, and colors for 2025, remains a beloved choice for budget-friendly fly rod and reel outfits and a popular tool in our fly fishing schools.
The die-cast design is protected by a durable powder-coat finish built to withstand hard use. An improved Carbon®-to-stainless, sealed disc drag holds its own with high-performance machined reels. The new Clearwater fly reel converts easily to either left- or right-hand retrieve. Positive click drag knob delivers consistent settings. Updated radiused reel foot keeps your leader from kinking when wrapped around it.
Clearwater II Reel is for line weights 3–5, 5.6 oz., 3.4" diameter
Clearwater III Reel is for line weights 5-7, 6.2 oz., 3.7" diameter
Clearwater IV Reel is for line weights 7–9, 6.7 oz., 4" diameter