Ross Evolution LTX Fly Reel

   

Ross Reels Evolution LTX Fly Reel

The Ross Reels Evolution series helped define the modern trout fly reel, and the award-winning Ross Reels Evolution LTX takes that legacy even further. Designed as a lightweight yet powerful fly fishing reel, the Evolution LTX blends the legendary feel and sound of the original Evolution LT with the increased strength and performance of the Evolution R.

At the core of the Evolution LTX is a completely re-engineered fly reel drag system. While the Evolution LT became famous for its ultra-smooth drag on trout rivers worldwide, the LTX delivers over four times the drag strength, without sacrificing the iconic startup smoothness or signature sound Ross Reels is known for. This makes the Evolution LTX not only an exceptional trout reel, but also a capable light saltwater fly reel for species like redfish, bonefish, and snook.

The large-arbor fly reel spool features an integrated line channel that cleanly hides backing knots, creating a streamlined, professional setup. Ross Reels’ signature bell-shaped arbor design adds strength while naturally helping to self-level fly line during retrieval—an important detail for both freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.

A standout feature of the Evolution LTX is its machined canvas phenolic reel handle, a Ross Reels innovation that reduces weight, increases durability, and provides superior grip when wet. Combined with its lightweight construction and rugged materials, the Evolution LTX is equally at home as a western trout fly reel or a technical flats fly reel.

Every detail of the Ross Reels Evolution LTX fly reel is thoughtfully engineered and meticulously built, resulting in a lightweight, high-performance reel that once again redefines the modern trout reel.

Key Features

• Machined canvas phenolic handle for reduced weight and improved wet-weather grip

• Frame and spool machined from 6061-T6 proprietary aluminum alloy

• Oil-impregnated bronze bushing rotating on a stainless steel spindle

• Engineered stacked-disc fly reel drag system based on the Evolution R

• Over 4× the drag strength of the Evolution LT®

• Precision anodized finish for long-term durability and corrosion resistance

• Made in Montrose, Colorado, USA