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Classic Guideline Reels by Dive Rite

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Classic Reel Features

Dive Rite classic series stainless steel guideline dive reels come in variety of sizes with many unique features and a price that makes them a terrific value.

Dive Rite Classic Reels Adjustable Handle: The handle and frame of Dive Rite Classic Reels comes with a series of pre-drilled holes. By unbolting the handle and frame from one another, and then re-bolting them in different positions, you can make a variety of changes. You can adjust handle height to better fit hands of different sizes. You can also position the handle for right- or left-hand operation, or make a side-mounted handle.

Channeled Handle: The top of the handle has a molded-in channel. This makes them conform more naturally to the shape of your hand and helps better cradle light handles.

Positive Lock-Down Screw: The lock-down screw is positioned so that it passes through the frame and into a space between the spool's ribs. Even when fully extended, it does not touch the spool (or put unnecessary stress on it). Yet, because it rests between the ribs, it prevents any possible movement of the spool.

Permanent, Flush-Mounted Axle Assembly: The axle is permanently attached to the frame. The spool locks in place with a simple "E" clip. This results in a lower profile, eliminates the possibility of spool lockup, and helps ensure that the axle never goes out of adjustment. It further simplifies the removal and replacement of the spool. This is not only helpful in sorting out line jams, but it also enables you to keep several different spools on hand, each carrying a line of a different weight. You can then select the spool that contains the line whose weight is best for a given dive.

Reel Capacities: Dive Rite reels are available with a heavier #36 line preferred by wreck and open-water divers, or a lighter #24 line preferred by cave divers. We also offer our Dive Gear Express exclusive Hi-Viz Dacron Line. The chart below shows the capacity of each reel, depending on the line weight selected.

Size No. 24 Line No. 36 Line Hi-Viz Line
Safety/Deco 140 ft 90 ft 180 ft
Primary 400 ft 250 ft 550 ft

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$24.95

Jump/Gap Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (50ft #24 White line)

Cave divers use the compact Jump/Gap Reel to make a temporary connection between the ends of permanent guidelines, or to "jump" to offshoot lines. It comes with 50 feet of #24 line. Some divers prefer this reel over a finger spool because the skill set for usage is consistent with other reels.


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> Safety Classic Reel

The Safety Reel is used by cave and wreck divers as a back-up reel, or by cavern divers as their primary navigation tool. It has many other uses in activities such as search and recovery, and recreational diver training. It comes with a medium stainless steel bolt snap and either 90 feet of #36 white line or 140 feet of #24 line in a choice of white or orange. Optional drag feature is available.


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> Deco Reel

The Dive Gear Express exclusive Deco Reel is perfect for open water use as a marking/lift bag reel or a dive flag reel. Similar to the Safety Classic Reel, but with an X-large stainless steel bolt snap and 180 feet of our Hi-Viz Line. Optional drag feature is available.


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> Primary Classic Reel

Divers typically use the Primary Reel as their main navigation reel; it has many other potential uses as well. Available with optional drag feature and either:

  • 400 feet of #24 line with medium stainless steel bolt snap
  • 250 feet of #36 line with X-large stainless steel bolt snap

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> Hi-Viz Dacron Line

The Dive Gear Express exclusive Hi-Viz Line is better than the generic nylon line commonly used in diving applications because it is high tenacity braided Dupont Dacron®. Hi-Viz Dacron costs a bit more than generic nylon, but this abrasion resistant line has slightly negative bouyancy, won't twist or kink and has minimal stretch. Our Hi-Viz Dacron line is stronger than #36 nylon line, yet is slightly thinner than #24 nylon line, so you can load extra on the reel. White line is difficult to see in open water, but our Hi-Viz Dacron line stands out like neon, allowing easier line management with nearby divers.

Available in both orange and yellow colors, choose Hi-Viz Dacron Orange for best distance visibility or Hi-Viz Dacron Yellow for best low-light visibility. Our Hi-Viz Dacron line is available preloaded on Dive Rite blue safety and red primary reel spools so it's quick and easy to reconfigure your reel by simply exchanging spools. Also available in a bulk 3000-foot roll.

We are often asked 'What is the tested breaking strength?' Unfortunately there are several different types of synthetic polymers sold as nylon and no standards for the test methodologies, so it's impossible to compare published ratings from different sources. Our supplier tested both the Hi-Viz Dacron line and a widely used white nylon guideline found on reels with the same method at the same time. The results show both have several hundred pounds of breaking strength and the Hi-Viz line is stronger. Frankly, both are more than strong enough for diving purposes.

Hi-Viz Line in Action

Watch this twenty second movie of two divers on their stop during a training dive. There is some current and the divers are working to be careful to avoid entangling their lines. One diver is using ordinary white nylon line and the other is using our Hi-Viz orange Dacron line. See if you can find where the diver is also carrying a backup finger spool with Hi-Viz line.

Click on the play arrow to view the video. A high speed internet connection recommended for best viewing.

Video is © Copyright Fill Express,LLC



Drag for Classic Reels

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$8.82

Drag for Classic Series Reels

Drag friction allows you to keep your line taut while unspooling. Dive Rite offers a simple, yet reliable adjustable drag mechanism for Classic series reels. With the drag mechanism in place, the included lock-down screw makes direct contact with a lightweight metal disk. By varying the tension on the lock-down screw, you vary the amount of drag and it takes just a half turn to lock the spool firmly in place. If you back the lock-down screw off to the point where it makes no contact with the disk, the spool spins freely. The reel drag can be added to current Classic series Safety, Deco, and Primary reels as an upgrade.


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Basic Care and Maintenance for Your Guideline Reel

As with most dive equipment, you should rinse your reel with fresh water following each dive. You should also periodically disassemble the reel, and remove any build up of salt or sediment on its internal parts. We recommend pulling some or all of the line off the spool before each dive, then rewinding it neatly but not too tightly, so as to prevent the possibility of jamming during line deployment. If the line on your reel is new or very dry, we recommend pulling the line off into a bucket of water. This will moisten the line, precluding it from swelling on the reel and further preventing the possibility of jamming or damaging the spool. Finally, too much line on the spool can cause jams during initial deployment, if you are having a problem with jams try removing 10 or 15 feet of line.


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Pricing for Classic Reels, Line & Parts

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Jump/Gap Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (50ft #24  White line)  DR-RE4250 Jump/Gap Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (50ft #24 White line) In Stock $24.95
Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S snap(140ft #24 white line)  DR-RE4100 Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S snap(140ft #24 white line) In Stock $42.90
Sale! $34.00
Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S snap(140ft #24 orange line)  DR-RE4120 Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S snap(140ft #24 orange line) In Stock $42.90
Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (90ft #36 white line)  DR-RE4110 Safety Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (90ft #36 white line) In Stock $42.90
Sale! $34.00
Deco Reel, X-large S/S Snap (180ft Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange)  FX4150ORANGE Deco Reel, X-large S/S Snap (180ft Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange) In Stock $59.90
Deco Reel, X-large S/S Snap (180ft Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow)  FX4150YELLOW Deco Reel, X-large S/S Snap (180ft Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow) In Stock $59.90
Primary Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (400ft #24 White line)  DR-RE4300 Primary Classic Reel, Medium S/S Snap (400ft #24 White line) In Stock $59.90
Sale! $49.00
Primary Classic Reel, X-large S/S Snap (250ft #36 White line)  DR-RE4310 Primary Classic Reel, X-large S/S Snap (250ft #36 White line) In Stock $59.90
Sale! $49.00
  Reel Options  
Drag for Classic Series Reels  DR-RE4004 Drag for Classic Series Reels In Stock $8.82
  Reel Line  
Nylon Line, White #24 (cave), One Pound (about 840 feet)  DR-RE1040 Nylon Line, White #24 (cave), One Pound (about 840 feet) In Stock $29.95
Nylon Line, White #36 (wreck), One Pound (about 540 feet)  DR-RE1041 Nylon Line, White #36 (wreck), One Pound (about 540 feet) In Stock $25.50
Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 180ft preloaded on Safety (Blue) Spool  FX9405ORANGE Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 180ft preloaded on Safety (Blue) Spool In Stock $18.00
Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow, 180ft preloaded on Safety (Blue) Spool  FX9405YELLOW Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow, 180ft preloaded on Safety (Blue) Spool In Stock $18.00
Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 550ft preloaded on Primary (Red) Spool  FX9420ORANGE Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 550ft preloaded on Primary (Red) Spool In Stock $39.00
Hi-Viz  Dacron Line, Yellow, 550ft preloaded on Primary (Red) Spool  FX9420YELLOW Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow, 550ft preloaded on Primary (Red) Spool In Stock $39.00
Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 3000 feet  FX1042ORANGE Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Orange, 3000 feet In Stock $160.00
Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow, 3000 feet  FX1042YELLOW Hi-Viz Dacron Line, Yellow, 3000 feet In Stock $160.00
  Reel Parts  
Spool for Jump/Gap Reels, Black  DR-RP9404 Spool for Jump/Gap Reels, Black In Stock $8.80
Spool for Safety Reels, Blue  DR-RP9405 Spool for Safety Reels, Blue In Stock $8.80
Spool for Primary Reels, Red  DR-RP9420 Spool for Primary Reels, Red In Stock $13.20
Stainless Lockdown Screw for Classic Series (Except 4250)  DR-RE4001-SS Stainless Lockdown Screw for Classic Series (Except 4250) In Stock $2.19
Lockdown Screw, Extra Long for 4250 Jump/Gap  DR-RE4002 Lockdown Screw, Extra Long for 4250 Jump/Gap In Stock $1.10
E-Clip  DR-RE4007 E-Clip In Stock $1.47
Mounting Clamp for Reel Snap, S/S  DR-RE4005 Mounting Clamp for Reel Snap, S/S In Stock $1.10
Winding Knob Assembly  DR-RE4003 Winding Knob Assembly In Stock $2.65
Bushing  DR-RP9401 Bushing In Stock $1.10

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