Goats 0 Report post Posted February 8, 2013 I just bought a craigslist advertised Orvis Hydros V reel for $140. Deal or no deal? It came with backing but no line and the reel itself is in almost new condition. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RodL 0 Report post Posted February 9, 2013 New ones cost around $250, good deal if almost like new. Rodney Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyFishin'Jam 0 Report post Posted February 9, 2013 y0 goats, depends what colour backing hahaha j/k. My wife uses a 'hydros' not sure what size it is on her 8wt and looks like an 8/9 reel, looks and feels a solid piece of kit - i'd say u got a great deal! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goats 0 Report post Posted February 9, 2013 I have always been a Ross Reels guy so this is my first foray into the world "Ohhhhh"rvis. Overall it feels pretty solid. The dude I bought it from showed the reel on craigslist with the line, so I was a little disappointed that when he showed up at the buy with just the backing on it, but I'm feeling pretty good about the price, almost good enough to tell my wife about the purchase...almost. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicrider 0 Report post Posted February 11, 2013 Lesson learned. When I bid on anything on the auction or Craig's list I always check to see if the line is included as shown unless they specify in the ad. Same with many other things. If it shows other parts or items I find out before hand if it's part of package or not. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
