The Ross Evolution LT has got to be one of the smoothest trout reels I have ever played around with; the drag on this thing puuuurs. It is elegantly machined by the folks at Ross to look aboout as good and clean as any reel in its price catagory out there. We really like this reel as a durable tippet protecting option for people who have no choice but to fish light tippets. It would also be a good choice as a good all around fresh water reel for Smallmouth and other warmwater fishes.

The Evolution® LT is unquestionably one of the lightest fly reels ever produced. This large arbor fly reel is a machining masterpiece and the lightest in its class. The Evolution LT is fitted with an aluminum spool cap, aluminum drag knob and aluminum escapement cover. Our customers have been asking for more metal in their fly reel and that is exactly what you are going to get! To keep the weight in check with these improvements, we have also added ventilation to the spool and the frame, allowing for the addition of metal components with no measurable weight increase. This series is designed for those anglers who appreciate both art and function. The cosmetic innovation and precision workmanship of the Evolution LT series is only surpassed by its drag system which is precise and sensitive - capable of protecting the lightest tippets even when battling world-class fish. To guarantee the level of dependability consumers have come to expect from all Ross products, the Evolution LT series has been designed with a triple redundancy drag system, providing three backup systems to ensure dependability under the most demanding conditions.

Frame/Spool Material 6061-T6 proprietary aluminum alloy

Manufacturing Specifications Fully machined, 1 piece frame, 1 piece spool - manufactured on automated CNC machining centers

Drag Material Delrin 500AF with impregnated Teflon - space-age polymer that is durable, heat resistant, self-lubricating and maintenance free

Drag Mechanism Delrin 500AF to anodized aluminum interface - conical friction drag system with triple redundancy radial pawl engagement, and seamless transition between line-in and drag engagement (no start-up friction)

Spool Rotation, Connection and Conversion Oil impregnated bronze bushing rotating on a stainless steel spindle, quick release locking spool, easy left-hand to right-hand retrieve conversion

Finish Anodized for the perfect balance of hardness and color
Fly Rod Coverage 1wt. - 9wt.
Fishing Application Designed for use in all freshwater, warmwater and saltwater fishing environments
AVAILABLE COLORS Black, Copper, Grey Mist, Green
Lifetime Warranty