COLUMBIA, S.C.– Hardy is proud to announce that the Fortuna Regent fly reel has been awarded the coveted 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Best Saltwater Reel by The Fly Fishing Show. The Fly Fishing Show is the prominent traveling consumer show for fly anglers nationwide. The competition featured 38 categories with 150 products, which were voted on by fly anglers attending the seven shows put on throughout the United States. The award celebrates the best new products in fly fishing for the 2025 year ahead. While the competition was tough, the Fortuna Regent delivered.

Designed to handle the most demanding saltwater conditions and species, the Fortuna Regent is built with a powerful carbon fiber multi-pad drag system, ultra-large arbor design, and a fully sealed waterproof drag. Field-tested by some of the top saltwater anglers around the world, the reel has proven itself in some of the harshest environments and toughest battles.

“This award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the anglers who use and trust our gear,” said Jake Fischenich, Hardy Brand Manager. “The Fortuna Regent is a reel built for serious saltwater pursuits, by those who spend the majority of their days in harsh conditions. We are honored that it’s been chosen as the Best Saltwater Fly Reel by the fly fishing community.”

The Fortuna Regent is currently available in two color options with models starting at $695. For more information about the Fortuna Regent Reel and Hardy, visit www.hardyfishing.com.