Hardy Fortuna Regent
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
- Carbon fibre multi-pad disc drag system
- Sealed, waterproof drag housing
- Large arbor design
- Narrow spool profile
- Positive, linear drag adjustment with defined detents for ease of setting
- Optimum drag window within one turn
- High power drag system delivering between 10 and 20lb of top end drag, model dependant
- Supplied in Hardy neoprene reel pouch
Description
Designed for use in some of the most demanding conditions around the globe, the Fortuna Regent delivers effortless control, power, and rapid line retrieval when you need it the most. The Fortuna Regent is built around a multi-pad, carbon fibre disc drag system housed within a sealed, waterproof hub design, which offers the highest level of sealing yet seen on a Hardy fly reel. Drag is adjusted via a tensioned regulator that results in positive, linear drag application within a one turn range whilst delivering impressive top end drag. Finally, the large arbor spool delivers exceptional line pick up, and the narrow spool profile ensures easy level stacking of the line during the heat of the battle. Offering flawless reliability on your next saltwater adventure, the Fortuna Regent is a worthy successor to the original Fortuna series.
Warranty
We warrant that the Product will be free from material defects in design, material and workmanship for a period of 5 years (or the period stated in the leaflet provided with your reel) from the date on which it was originally purchased. This warranty is in addition to your statutory rights in relation to products which are faulty or mis-described.
It is important that you register your Reel within 60 days of purchase on our website.
You will receive an email confirming your registration. Customers are requested to retain a proof of purchase in order to aid with the claims process.
This warranty only applies to the original owner. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, negligence or normal wear and tear.
Size Chart
| Species | Recommended Fortuna Regent Size |
|---|---|
| Bonefish | 8000 |
| Redfish | 8000 |
| Tarpon | 10000, 12000 |
| Permit | 8000, 10000 |
| Peacock Bass | 8000, 10000 |
| Golden Dorado | 8000, 10000 |
| Giant Trevally | 10000, 12000 |
| Triggerfish | 8000, 10000 |
| Tigerfish | 8000, 10000 |
| Other Trevally Species | 8000, 10000 |
| Striped Bass | 8000, 10000 |
| Salmon | 8000, 10000 (spey) |
| Steelhead | 8000, 10000 (spey) |
| Snook | 8000, 10000 |
| Roosterfish | 10000, 12000 |
| Pike | 8000, 10000 |
| Arapaima | 12000 |
FAQ
Who Is the Hardy Fortuna Regent For?
Co-designed with legendary tarpon angler Andy Mill, the Fortuna Regent was built for anglers targeting powerful fish in demanding environments. Every aspect of the reel—from the sealed carbon fiber drag system to the large-arbor spool and rapid drag adjustment—was engineered with real-world saltwater fishing in mind. The result is a reel that inspires confidence when the fish, conditions, and stakes are at their highest.
What Makes the Fortuna Regent Drag System Different?
One of the standout features is the drag adjustment itself. Hardy designed the Fortuna Regent with a positive, linear drag system that reaches its optimum adjustment range within a single turn of the drag knob. Defined detents provide clear feedback when making adjustments, allowing anglers to quickly and confidently increase or decrease drag pressure during a fight.
Why Does the Fortuna Regent Retrieve Line So Quickly?
The Fortuna Regent combines a large-arbor spool with a narrow spool profile to maximize both line retrieval and line management.
The large arbor allows anglers to recover line quickly when a fish changes direction or charges the boat, while the narrow spool helps maintain even line stacking without requiring constant attention during the fight. This becomes especially valuable when targeting species like permit, tarpon, giant trevally, and roosterfish, where staying connected to the fish often depends on eliminating slack as quickly as possible.
What Are the Downsides of the Hardy Fortuna Regent?
The Fortuna Regent is unapologetically focused on saltwater performance. Features like the high-output drag system, large-arbor design, and substantial backing capacity are tremendous advantages when pursuing tarpon, giant trevally, roosterfish, and other powerful gamefish, but they may be unnecessary for anglers focused on lighter freshwater applications.
The drag system is also designed for fast, deliberate adjustment. Hardy concentrated the reel's optimal drag range within a single turn of the drag knob, allowing anglers to make meaningful adjustments quickly. While this is a major advantage when fighting hard-running fish, some anglers may prefer the slower, more incremental adjustments. However, if you are someone fishing class tippets, this reel is one of the very best.
For anglers heading to destinations where tackle is routinely pushed to its limits, however, those characteristics are exactly what make the Fortuna Regent so effective. It is a reel designed for situations where drag performance, line control, and reliability matter far more than shaving a few ounces from your setup.
