The Evolution R by Ross is a reel like no other. After all, 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 engineers’ and machinists’ artistic and technical prowess. These are the elements Ross used to create the Evolution R.
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 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.
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.
- ULTRALIGHT WEIGHT: All models less than 5.2 oz and fully machined from 6061-T6 proprietary aluminum alloy
- SEALED DRAG: Industry leading power-to-weight ratio in a fully sealed system | Proprietary carbon fiber 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 aluminum post yields reduced weight and increased grip when wet
- FINISH: Type II anodized for the perfect balance of hardness and color
- CONNECTION AND CONVERSION: Quick release spool and easy left-hand to right-hand retrieve conversion
- FLY LINE COVERAGE: 3wt. – 8wt.
- FISHING APPLICATION: Designed for use in all freshwater, warmwater, and saltwater fishing environments
- AVAILABLE COLORS: Matte Black and Platinum
- LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
ORDER # |
SIZE |
UPC |
ARBOR WIDTH |
DIAMETER |
WEIGHT |
LINE WEIGHT |
CAPACITY |
SUGG RETAIL |
Matte Black |
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003343 |
Evolution R 3 | 4 |
818288003343 |
0.97″ |
3.43″ |
4.64 oz. |
3-4wt. |
WF3+100 WF4+85 |
$455.00 |
003381 |
Evolution R 4 | 5 |
818288003381 |
0.97″ |
3.53″ |
4.82 oz. |
4-5wt. |
WF4+100 WF5+75 |
$465.00 |
003428 |
Evolution R 5 | 6 |
818288003428 |
0.97″ |
3.78″ |
5.03 oz. |
5-6wt. |
WF5+115 WF6+90 |
$475.00 |
003466 |
Evolution R 7 | 8 |
818288003466 |
0.97″” | 4.03″ | 5.18 oz. | 7-8wt. |
WF7+180 WF8+150 |
$495.00 |
Platinum |
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003350 |
Evolution R 3 | 4 |
818288003350 |
0.97″ |
3.43″ |
4.64 oz. |
3-4wt. |
WF3+100 WF4+85 |
$455.00 |
003398 |
Evolution R 4 | 5 |
818288003398 |
0.97″ |
3.53″ |
4.82 oz. |
4-5wt. |
WF4+100 WF5+75 |
$465.00 |
003459 |
Evolution R 5 | 6 |
818288003459 |
0.97″ |
3.78″ |
5.03 oz. |
5-6wt. |
WF5+115 WF6+90 |
$475.00 |
003473 |
Evolution R 7 | 8 |
818288003473 |
0.97″ | 4.03″ | 5.18 oz. | 7-8wt. |
WF7+180 WF8+150 |
$495.00 |