ROSS ANIMAS 5/6 FLY REEL
The Animas also joins the family by incorporating an ultra-light canvas phenolic handle which gets tackier when wet. A new trouble-free spool release yields zero-maintenance performance, allowing the Animas to be ready for any fresh or saltwater excursion. The frame is accented by a machined silhouette of the Colorado mountains in Ross Reels’ backyard. Its uniquely ported design and structural profile are eye-catching industry firsts. The two-tone drag knob sports an updated aesthetic with a lower profile and increased grip. An improved composite drag system delivers more power in an established Ross design loved by more than 80,000 fly anglers the world over.
FEATURES:
- Fully redesigned frame and spool geometry with a bell shaped arbor, large arbor design, and intricately machined details
- Precision CNC machined from aerospace grade T6061 bar stock aluminum
- Ultralight weight with increased strength
- Machined canvas phenolic handle is incredibly durable and increases grip when wet
- Beautiful, two-tone aluminum accents
- Powerful, improved composite disc drag system with stainless steel components
- Maintenance free, completely sealed, self lubricating drag system
- Innovative, modern style combined with a time-proven design
- Backed by the Ross Reels Lifetime Warranty
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John Gleaves (Or) | June 6th, 2021
Great reel that won’t let you down. High quality parts that are built to last. This is one that will be passed down.
Forrest Hildebrant (NJ) | March 5th, 2021
Great reel smooth and doesnt get marks on it when you drop it overall Great reel
Ben (NH) | March 2nd, 2021
I have this reel in platinum and I really like the look - especially from the handle side. I like the sound of the drag better than the LTX/R, but when taken apart, there is what looks to be a bit of plastic. I like that the diameter of the spool on the 5/6 is smaller than on the LTX/R of the same size.
ryan (dallas) | February 20th, 2021
this rod is so money. like Horney butter on a biscuit
Chris (Louisiana) | December 1st, 2020
Recently acquired an Animas 5/6 (Matte Black) to pair with my Helios 3F. While I haven't had the opportunity to put it through true trial by fire at this point, I have to say it checks all the boxes when it comes to first impressions. It is extremely light, looks great, has a smooth easy to adjust drag and makes a great sound! Can't wait to take it out west next summer. This reel deserves more than the local panfish here in Louisiana.
Jake (Idaho) | October 15th, 2020
Extremely lightweight, and the drag is very effective for catching 25+" trout on 5x or 6x tippet. It's also very quiet on both the retrieve and drag.
Jeff (TX) | October 7th, 2020
What a great reel, just paired it with my 5wt Radian and this bad boy looks “smart” and even catches fish. Played a 23” Cutthroat for 10 minutes magically this past weekend. I have a few Ross reels and this one did not disappoint- and the price is right.
Forrest Hildebrant (New Jersey) | September 29th, 2020
One of the best reels out there. Smooth as butter
Jonathan Totty (Lewisville, TX) | July 8th, 2020
I purchased the Ross Animas 5/6, and put it on a 5 weight Scott Radian. This setup has amazing balance. The reel is extremely smooth, and beautiful to look at.
Rick Castonguay (Colorado) | July 8th, 2020
I got my 5/6 Ross Animas reel last week. This reel is everything asked for! Reel Fly Rod, sent it on time and all was great.... No damage, I recommend them, you won't be disappointed!
