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Old 11-24-2005, 09:08 PM   #1
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Hey guys, Just bought a Ross reel and would love to hear any feed back or opinions on them. Thanks
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Old 11-24-2005, 10:34 PM   #2
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Cimmaron right? Pretty decent reels I have a Ross Evolution.
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Old 11-24-2005, 10:43 PM   #3
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Cimmaron right? Pretty decent reels I have a Ross Evolution.
Yea it is a Cimmaron Stew
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Old 11-24-2005, 11:20 PM   #4
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Old 11-25-2005, 03:20 AM   #5
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I own guite a few Ross reels. They have great reels with a company founded on customer service.
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Old 11-25-2005, 06:45 AM   #6
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A great reel. you shouldnt have any problems with it, and if you do. they take care of everything.
Made a good purchase.
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Old 11-25-2005, 02:42 PM   #7
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Yes they do have good customer service, I was using my dad's ross fly reel and I tripped and chiped it bad. Sent it in wrote a letter about what happend and they replaced it for free!!
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Old 11-25-2005, 03:06 PM   #8
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I have 3 Cimmaron's - wouldn't have 3 unless I liked them. I've used them for years and have never had problems. I think they're great reels.

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Old 11-25-2005, 04:48 PM   #9
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Roos reels are A++++ IN QUALITY and craftmanship. I owned a gunnison and 6 spools for years and years. I caught more fish on that reel than all other reels I have ever owned...combined! You could beat the snot out of those reels, and they wouldnt fail.
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Old 11-25-2005, 05:01 PM   #10
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Thanks Guys for the feedback glad to hear about the Quality of the reel and the company !!! Now all I need to do is convert this reel to a right hander. Can anyone help
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Old 11-25-2005, 05:09 PM   #11
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Told you I wasn't selling you a crappy reel Danny
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Old 11-25-2005, 05:10 PM   #12
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If your reel was manufactured in 1998 or later: Changing 1998 to Present Ross Cimmaron Retrieve Direction

If your reel was manufactured before 1998: Changing Pre 1998 Ross Cimmaron Retrieve Direction



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Old 11-25-2005, 05:27 PM   #13
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Ok guys I switched it up then tried casting and that didnt work !!! I guess im to used to Fly casting with my right hand not with my left
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Old 11-25-2005, 07:47 PM   #14
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I have two Ross #3 and a #5 Cimarron. The #3's have got about 4 years use, the #5 just a few months. I love em'. I've used them in fresh and salt water. Keep them clean and maintainence is complete, no lube. I have found them to be bullet proof.
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Old 11-26-2005, 09:43 AM   #15
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I'vee owned severall and been to the factory when I used to guide out of Montrose. Hard to find a better company. I salvaged a reel off the bottom and brought it in to them for a "waranty" repair :grin:. Even though they new I hauled it up off the bottom they gave me a brand new reel. I highly reccomend them.

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Old 11-26-2005, 04:39 PM   #16
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Proud Ross C-3 owner. Great reel on my 6WT with a solid drag and superb tolerances.
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Old 11-26-2005, 05:33 PM   #17
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Great news on service. I'm a service addict and use Orvis stuff due to it. But, with this meaty remark, I may just go out and grab a Ross in the near future.

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Old 11-28-2005, 01:56 AM   #18
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Ive got two and they are sweet. Wish the spools were cheeper
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Old 11-29-2005, 09:17 AM   #19
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I've been using my gunnison g-2 going on 14 years for trout and steelhead. It's taken a beating and still works like new. Only issue I've had was a plastic clicker part wore away, but sent it in for repair and service was quick, friendly, and free of charge. You can't go wrong with a Ross.
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Old 11-29-2005, 10:29 AM   #20
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While I think disc drag reels are pretty unecessary for trout (and probably steelhead), I really like my Cimmaron and Gunnison.
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Old 11-30-2005, 01:03 PM   #21
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Have a Ross Canyon 4 that has yet to feel the pull of steel, am hoping to change that this winter...as soon as I'm done hunting. :tongue:
Do like the feel of it in simulated fights with my boxer, just put a piece of yarn, no hook, and cast anywhere near her. The fight is on.
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Old 11-30-2005, 08:10 PM   #22
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I too have a few, and really love em!
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Old 12-01-2005, 02:19 AM   #23
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I was looking to buy one last year but skipped maybe this winter. if i can keep my eyes off the hardy angel rp
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