Classic Click-Pawl Feel. Modern Ross Precision.
Some fly reels are built to dominate the spotlight. Others are built to simply fish beautifully. The Ross Cimarron Creek Fly Fishing Reel belongs firmly in the second camp—a thoughtfully engineered, lightweight click-pawl reel designed for anglers who appreciate the unmistakable feel, sound, and simplicity of a traditional trout reel.
Proudly designed, machined, and assembled in Montrose, Colorado, the Cimarron Creek brings the legendary craftsmanship of Ross Reels to a refined platform that prioritizes balance, performance, and pure fishing enjoyment. With a price point of $249, it stands as the most accessible fully machined, USA-made Ross reel ever produced, delivering premium build quality without unnecessary complexity.
Whether you’re stalking wild trout in alpine creeks, chasing panfish on quiet farm ponds, or exploring backcountry cutthroat water, the Cimarron Creek offers smooth performance, crisp audible feedback, and the kind of dependable simplicity anglers have trusted for generations.
At the heart of the Cimarron Creek is Ross’s innovative customizable click-pawl drag system—a design that celebrates the classic feel of traditional reels while introducing a modern level of personalization.
Each reel includes multiple removable pawls that can be mixed and matched to create up to 10 different configurations, allowing anglers to fine-tune both tension and sound to match their personal preference. From a quiet creekside tick to a bold traditional click, the reel can be tuned to deliver exactly the experience you want on the water.
For anglers who enjoy pushing customization even further, Ross also offers downloadable 3D printable pawl files, giving you the freedom to experiment with different materials, designs, and colors at home.
Built around a fully machined aluminum frame, the Cimarron Creek maintains exceptional strength while staying incredibly light—perfect for balancing modern lightweight trout rods and small-stream setups.
The large arbor design improves line retrieval and helps reduce line memory, while tool-free spool removal makes maintenance and spool swaps quick and easy on the water.
This reel shines on 2–6 weight fly rods, making it ideal for:
Customizable dual-pawl click drag system with up to 10 configurations
Iconic audible click with smooth, controlled tension
Fully machined aluminum frame and spool for durability and lightweight balance
Large arbor design for faster line pickup and reduced memory
Tool-free spool removal for easy on-stream maintenance
3D printable pawl files available for advanced customization
Perfect for trout and panfish fly fishing
First fully machined Ross reel under $299
Designed, machined, and assembled in Montrose, Colorado
| ROSS CIMARRON CREEK SPECS | ||||
| Reel Size | Width | Diameter | Weight | Line Weight |
| 2/3 | 1.215" | 3.00" | 4.1 oz | 2wt-3wt |
| 4/5 | 1.215" | 3.25" | 4.5 oz | 4wt-5wt |
| 5/6 | 1.215" | 3.50" | 4.9 oz | 5wt-6wt |
