Okuma Helios Machined Aluminum Anodized Frame Fly Reel
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The Okuma Helios combines machined aluminum construction with smooth multi-disk drag to handle Great Lakes steelhead runs. Its ambidextrous design and WF5F line capacity make it ideal for swinging flies through steelhead pools and presenting streamers to aggressive trout. The reliable bearing system ensures consistent performance during long winter sessions on tributaries.
8 of 31 Alley rivers blown out right now — 3 still fishable.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Okuma Helios Machined Aluminum Anodized Frame Fly Reel used for?
Okuma's rod is set up for spey & two-hand, and swinging flies targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Addiction with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Okuma Helios Machined Aluminum Anodized Frame Fly Reel work for?
This rod is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Okuma Helios Machined Aluminum Anodized Frame Fly Reel?
This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $119.75. SteelHead Addiction does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.
Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
8 of 31 Alley rivers blown out right now — 3 still fishable. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Features
- + Gear Ratio: 1.0:1, Line Retrieve 11.7"
- + Fly Line Capacity WF5F + 150-yds/ 20-lbs
- + 2BB + 1RB stainless steel bearing drive system
- + Machined aluminum and anodized frame and spool design
- + Easy-to-change left to right hand retrieval conversion. Multi-disk Japanese felt drag washers.
Specifications
- Hand Orientation
- Ambidextrous
- Fishing Technique
- Fly Fishing
- Gearbox Ratio
- 1.0
- Fishing Line Type
- fly reel-
- Fishing Reel Line Retrieve
- 11.7 Inches
- Bearing Number
- 3
- Material Type
- Aluminum
- Handle Material
- Aluminum
- Bearing Material Type
- Stainless Steel
- Item Weight
- 231 Grams
- Brand Name
- OKUMA
- Model Name
- HSX-5/6
- Manufacturer
- Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp.
- UPC
- 840083406791
- Item Type Name
- fly-fishing-reels
- Included Components
- Okuma Helios HSX-5 6 SX Fly Reel
- Warranty Description
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Best Sellers Rank
- #124,397 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #20 in Fly Fishing Reels #339 in...
- ASIN
- B08LYHSGL7
- Customer Reviews
- 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (29)...
- Color
- Polished Smoke Silver
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