SSR Fly-Fishing Disc Spey Reels | Orvis

Swing, Step, Repeat - Designed for the Methodical Two-Handed Angler

The Orvis SSR (Swing, Step, Repeat) Disc Reel is designed to match both the two-handed 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.

Why Choose the SSR Spey Reel?

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.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Machined from Bar-Stock Aluminum - Solid construction for maximum strength
• Unique Porting Design - Dries backing and running lines, prevents reel freeze-up
• Hydros-Proven Sealed Disc Drag - Protects light tippets yet delivers serious stopping power
• Tactile Drag Knob - Easy-to-access with outdent so you can feel drag position
• Radiused Reel Foot - Kink-free leader storage around smooth edges
• Versatile Drag Range - From delicate trout spey to heavy steelhead and salmon
• Multiple Sizes Available - Fine tune your setup's balance

Ideal For:

• 6-8 weight switch and full-length two-handed rods
• Steelhead and salmon on Pacific Northwest rivers
• Trout spey fishing with lighter tippets
• Cold weather fishing where reel freeze-up is a concern
• Anglers who fish in rain and wet conditions
• Two-handed anglers who demand serious stopping power

Premium Specifications:

• Machined from solid bar-stock aluminum
• Unique porting to dry lines and prevent freeze-up
• Hydros-proven sealed disc drag system
• Easy-to-access drag knob with tactile setting outdent
• Kink-free, rounded reel foot
• Size IV model: 4" diameter, 9 oz.
• Ideal for 6-8wt switch and full-length two-handed applications

The Bottom Line:

The Orvis SSR Disc Spey Reel is purpose-built for serious two-handed anglers. With unique porting that prevents the dreaded ice donut in cold weather, a Hydros-proven drag system that handles everything from trout spey to heavy steelhead, and bar-stock construction for maximum durability, the SSR delivers performance when it matters most. The tactile drag knob lets you feel your settings without taking your eyes off the water, while the radiused reel foot protects your leaders.

Questions about the SSR Spey Reel or need help selecting the right size? Our expert staff at Northwest Fly Fishing Outfitters can guide you. Contact us today!