![]() I matched the rod with a Mirage 1 reel and an Hydros 3 wt line. (Note: The Helios 2 rod tube, judged by weight and function, is one great tube, graphics aside.) The 3 wt truly is featherweight. You hardly need to cast the rod to know the latter is true: the Helios 2 in the tube is lighter than many rods I’ve cast before. The Orvis Helios 2 is touted as being 20% stronger and 20% lighter. I entered into this review a bit of a cynic. I’m not a religious man and so I can’t speak for the Second Coming, but I can say this is a great rod. Some H2 reviews referred to it as “The Second Coming.” Others, like Gink & Gasoline, said it heralded the return of “The Big O” after Orvis had some down years. Other reviewers have been rendered speechless, or hyperbolic, in their reviews. Let me sum it up by saying this: the Orvis Helios 2 is a great rod. I fished it in a variety of conditions - early fall cold, with frost on the ground and snow on the mountain peaks, and warm, windy early fall - and using a variety of flies, including dries, streamers and nymphs. This fall, I took the rod to the Upper Pemigewasset and some of its tributaries, and to the upper Deerfield. And so, I thought I’d try out an H2 3 wt - a rod with less power to mask finesse - on some of New England’s smaller sections of water. (Spoiled, I know.) All the reviews talk about how the H2 is precise and powerful, and yet it doesn’t compromise on feel. But when I want a 5 wt, I fish the bamboo rod my dad made for me. I tried the H2 a few years ago in the 5 weight that so many people have reviewed, and so many have loved. The Orvis Helios 2 - a rod that has won so many awards that it hardly needs an introduction. Click the image below to view more details and for contact information.Orvis Helios 2 3wt Review from New England on the Fly on Vimeo. Accidents is not covered under Orvis's warranty. Repairs are also offered for products that are damaged or show failure from normal use, wear and tear. Waders that fail due to manufacturing issues or defects will be repaired, replaced at Orvis' discretion, free of charge for the life cycle of the product. Wader Warranty: While we go to great lengths to ensure every Orvis wader is built to our high quality, waders will eventually wear out and fail, much like the tires on your car. reel repair/service, includes cleaning, lubrication, and return shipping. Reels should be sent to Repair Shop for evaluation. The Orvis lifetime warranty does not cover accidental breakage, breakage from abuse, or excessive wear and tear. Reel Warranty: We warranty our reels against defects in materials and workmanship. Please note: For the Streamline, Green Mountain or Encounter fly rod series, they are only warranted for defects in original workmanship only. This applies to the H3, Recon, Superfine Glass or Carbon (since 01/01/88), Clearwater (since 01/01/99), or Clearwater Frequent Flyer rod. If we can't fix it, we replace it, no questions asked. Rod Warranty: The Orvis 25-Year guarantee means we’ll fix your broken rod. They are fully covered the Orvis warranty. All Orvis items we sell are brand new, and the latest models. If you have a question that we did not answer here, please shoot us an email or chat. If youĬhoose a paid expedited shipping method, refer to our shippingĪ: All you have to do is sign up for an account and for each purchase you make you will receive 5% back in AvidMax Standard Shipping you can expect a window of 3-8 business days. Purchased, and the selected shipping method. With that said, it depends on your location, the item(s) Is new, with all the tags and original packaging (if applicable).Ī: Most items ship on the same day if placedĪ: We always strive to deliver as fast as weĬan. Reel seat is type III anodized aluminum midnight black w/ matte midnight carbon insertĪ: Returns or exchanges can be made up to 30ĭays after the purchase date.Get the most accurate fly rod in existence and land more fish on every trip. Whatever the location, whatever the fish, the H3D is ready for it: Big rivers or saltwater, bonefish or bass-those accurate drops earn more bends in the rod, it’s as simple as that. Pushing through a gusty saltwater wind is no big deal-the Helios 3D has the power to get your fly there, and the accuracy to drop it right where you want it. The H3D rod churns out precise casts that are the stuff of legend-because it’s the pinpoint delivery of flies that takes you from a quiet day on the water to battling predator fish ripping down the flats. Increased hoop strength means reduced vibration for a consistently crisp release, because we know accuracy is paramount. We’ve reduced the variables at the point of release to focus the energy behind every cast. We designed the Helios 3D fly rod to cast at impressive distances without sacrificing power-and it hits the mark every time.
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