Reels

The multi-award winning Ross Evolution FS reel is designed to be the most robust reel in the Ross lineup with the ability to tackle just about everything from single, or two-handed freshwater conditions to epic saltwater challenges.

The FS hybridizes our favorite drag system features of the award-winning LTX and Animas model reels creating a design that offers a whole new level of drag strength for both fresh and saltwater conditions!

Cimarrón: /sim-uh-rohn/ - wild, untamed.

The original Ross Cimarron reel was introduced in the 1980’s, and quickly became a hallmark of the Ross brand.  We’ve come a long way since that era in our history, and we felt it’s now better than ever to introduce a reel with the same name to honor this timeless classic.

• The Colorado Cutthroat Reel is a special edition Colorado 4/5 reel. 
• With only 495 of these special edition reels available, each one will include a number of 1 to 495, as well as “Colorado” on the reel foot. 
• A novel, all-metal external clicker accentuates the back of the reel - complete with a hand painted Colorado cutthroat clicker plate, emphasizing the inspiration for this limited edition.
• Unidirectional click-pawl drag with a crisp, audible sound
• With each purchase, a donation will be made to Colorado Trout Unlimited and the Clear Fork East Muddy Creek Project. Learn more about the project on our Native Series page.
• Each purchase will include an introductory one-year Trout Unlimited membership card, entitling you (or a friend if you’re already a member) to an annual subscription to TROUT Magazine, membership in your local TU chapter, and more.

• The Rio Grande Cutthroat Reel is a special edition Colorado 4/5 reel.
• With only 495 of these special edition reels available, each one will include a number of 1 to 495, as well as “Rio Grande” on the reel foot.
• A novel, all-metal external clicker accentuates the back of the reel - complete with a hand painted Rio Grande cutthroat clicker plate, emphasizing the inspiration for this limited edition.
• Unidirectional click-pawl drag with a crisp, audible sound
• With each purchase, a donation will be made to Trout Unlimited and the projects supporting Rio Grande cutthroat conservation efforts. Learn more about the project on our Native Series page.
• Each purchase will include an introductory one-year Trout Unlimited membership card, entitling you (or a friend if you’re already a member) to an annual subscription to TROUT Magazine, membership in your local TU chapter, and more.

A LEGEND RETURNS

Since Ross Reels started in 1973, there has been one model that epitomizes what a Ross Reel is: the San Miguel. It defined the ultimate in class and finesse, and now, over two decades since it was first launched, the classic returns.

Reel Finish: Matte Green
Reel Foot Finish: Matte Green engraved with Trout Unlimited Logo
Drag Knob: Platinum
Internal Escapement Cover: Platinum
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta  
$75 from every purchase will be donated directly from us to the Trout Unlimited Animas River Recovery efforts in southwest Colorado  

Ultra-Smooth Drag

The Ross Reels Evolution series defined the modern trout reel. Now meet the award-winning Evolution LTX: the perfect combination of original Evolution LT feel and Evolution R performance.

The ultra-smooth drag found in the Evolution LT has a long and revered history, but our engineering team took this design to the next level. The drag debuting with the LTX is over four times stronger than its predecessors’, while retaining the sound and feel that helped make the Evolution an icon. This allows it to perform not only as a perfect trout reel, but also has the power to take on saltwater game fish like Redfish, Bonefish, and Snook.

SUPERCHARGED DRAG SYSTEM

The award-winning Evolution R Salt is a breakthrough product, designed with a power-to-weight ratio never before seen in a saltwater fly reel. This makes the R Salt the most unique, best-performing reel per dollar on the water today, all in a stunning package.

LIKE NO OTHER

The Evolution R is the culmination of our engineers’ and machinists’ artistic and technical prowess. It features a fully sealed carbon fiber drag with an industry-best power-to-weight ratio. Encased in a super lightweight frame, all models are less than 5.2 oz. The innovative shape of the ultra-large arbor spool is engineered to force the even winding of the line across the face of the spool as it is retrieved - something never before seen in a fly reel.