{"title":"Solstice Fishing Fly Reel Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hardy-averon-fly-reel","title":"Hardy Averon Fly Reel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHardy Averon Fly Reel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZero start-up inertia. Sealed disc drag. The albie reel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hardy Averon is the lightweight saltwater fly reel built for false albacore, bonito, and the other speed demons that make a poorly designed drag system show its limits in two seconds flat. Zero start-up inertia means when an albie crushes your fly and turns for the horizon, the spool moves the instant the line tightens — no jerk, no stutter, no broken tippet. The sealed multi-pad disc drag system is silky smooth across the full range, and the two-and-a-half-turn indexed drag knob lets you make precise adjustments mid-fight. 150+ years of Hardy reel design behind every piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight high-performance disc drag fly reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero start-up inertia — critical for hard-running fish like albacore and bonito\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed multi-pad disc drag system for smooth, consistent pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-and-a-half turn indexed drag knob for quick, precise mid-fight adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen frame design (enclosed on 9000 size) keeps weight down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge arbor for fewer line coils and faster pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo sizes (7000 \/ 9000) and two finishes (Black \/ Titanium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-9 wt, $475 — albacore, bonito, schoolie striper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-11 wt, $495 — bigger striper, mid-size tarpon, big inshore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrag Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed multi-pad disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen (7000) \/ Closed (9000)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, Titanium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRigging \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7000\u003c\/strong\u003e: the false albacore reel — pair with an 8-9 wt rod, 250-300 yd of 30 lb backing, intermediate fly line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9000\u003c\/strong\u003e: striper and mid-size tarpon — 10-11 wt rod, 250-300 yd backing, sink-tip or intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet drag to about 1\/3 of tippet break strength to start; back off if you're getting popped at the boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with fresh water after saltwater use — sealed drag handles a soak, but bearings and exterior still benefit from a rinse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Averon is the reel we hand to anyone serious about chasing false albacore on the fly. The zero start-up inertia is real — you can feel the difference vs. a cheaper sealed drag the first time a fish takes hard. Hardy's been making reels since 1872, and the Averon brings their full pedigree to a price point ($475-$495) that's within reach for someone who fishes the albie run twice a year. The 7000 in Titanium finish is the one we sell the most of — it looks like a piece of jewelry, then performs like one of the best inshore reels you can buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"7000 \/ Black","offer_id":46368924008705,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7000 \/ Titanium","offer_id":46368924041473,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9000 \/ Black","offer_id":46368924074241,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9000 \/ Titanium","offer_id":46368924107009,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2692\/2314\/files\/Hardy_AveronFlyReel_HREAVER70BK_alt3.webp?v=1749136968"}],"url":"https:\/\/saltwateredge.com\/es\/collections\/solstice-fishing-fly-reel-collection.oembed","provider":"The Saltwater Edge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}