Reel Question?

[jimmy1]

Hi guys,

I was wondering if there is a difference in the Ross Canyon series, and the Ross Canyon Big Game reels. Are the Canyons really the same, just smaller, or is there a difference.

I have a Big Game 4 which I like, only problem is when it gets wet the drag doesn't work and becomes extremely light. I was wondering if the drag on the smaller Canyons is designed the same. Thanks...

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

I think the old Ross 'Canyon' reels came in size 1, 2 and 3.

Not sure about that drag with water.

[jimmy1]

Yes Bill, I believe your correct. The 'Big Game' came in 4,5,6,7...

These seem to be 'hit and miss' Some guys swear by them and others have a similar problem that I have. Mine doesn't have to get dunked either. If its raining it will go into free spin.

[Jim May]

Jimmy,
You can send your reel back to Ross and they will fix it no charge.I sent my Big Game 4 in with drag problem they fixed it and suggusted I send it in for cleaning more often.Fast turn around time I was very happy with the service.
Jim May

[jimmy1]

Thanks Jim, I'll probably do that. I'm not the original owner, but I am the first to use it.

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

We hear good reports from the Ross Momentum LT series now.

They come in larger sizes for 8 weight and larger.

[FISHEYE]

The Canyon BG 4 has a pretty good drag (but not as good as say Abel). The Canyon 1, 2, and 3 don't have nearly the drag that the 4 has. I love the 1-3 for trout. The 4 has accounted for plenty of king salmon, tarpon, and roosters. I do think I have some drag issues on occassion with the 4.