Ross Evolution R Matte Black Reel

The Evolution R is the culmination of the Ross engineers’ and machinists’ artistic and technical prowess. It features a fully sealed carbon fibre drag with an industry-best power-to-weight ratio.

Encased in a super lightweight frame, all models are less than 5.2 oz/146 grams. The innovative shape of the ultra-large arbour 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.

Like no other

Machining a fly reel is as much art as it is skill. Just as a perfect loop flying over the water is a thing of beauty crafted by the caster, the Evolution R is the culmination of the Ross engineers’ and machinists’ artistic and technical prowess. The Evolution R is not only lightweight, but also incredibly rigid and durable, with a unique geometry that is as functional as it is stylish.

The new drag design is also an industry first: a fully sealed, bonded proprietary carbon fluoropolymer and stainless steel interface that delivers smooth power in a lightweight, compact package. Start-up inertia is virtually non-existent to protect the most delicate of tippet. The Evolution R’s extremely wide range of brake adjustment also manages to produce some of the highest drag pressure found in a fly reel. 

This all is controlled by a subtle yet striking, frame-integrated drag knob that blends perfectly into the form of the reel. Its solid grip allows for easy manipulation of settings – even while wearing gloves. Couple this with the canvas phenolic handle, first introduced by Ross Reels, the on-the-water functionality of the Evolution R is second to none.

Features

• Ultralight Weight. All models less than 5.2 oz/146 grams and fully machined from 6061-T6 proprietary aluminium alloy
• Sealed Drag. Industry leading power-to-weight ratio in a fully sealed system | Proprietary carbon fibre and stainless steel disc stack
• Stainless Steel Internals. All internal components are machined stainless steel
• Custom Handle Material. Fully machined canvas phenolic rod, resting on a 7075-T6 chromated aluminium post yields reduced weight and increased grip when wet
• Finish. Type II anodized for the perfect balance of hardness and colour
• Connection & Conversion. Quick release spool and easy left-hand to right-hand retrieve conversion
• Fishing Application. Designed for use in all freshwater, warmwater, and saltwater fishing environments
• LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

The Ross Evolution R Matte Black #4/5 Reel is a perfect fly-reel for fly-fishing for trout, grayling, chub, ide, perch, rudd, roach and many other species of fish.

The Ross Evolution R Matte Black #5/6 Reel is the perfect fly-reel for fly-fishing for large trout, perch, pike-perch, asp, mackerel, ide and may other species of fish.

The Ross Evolution R Matte Black #7/8 Reel is the perfect fly-reel for fly-fishing for large, pike-perch, asp, mackerel, small species of tuna, pollack, coalfish and may other species of fish.