Evolution R Matte Black 5/6 Reel
The Evolution R 5/6 matte black fly reel delivers reliable performance for Great Lakes steelhead and trout fishing. With its balanced 4.5 oz design and generous WF8F+101m capacity, it's perfectly suited for swinging flies on the rivers or working nymphs through deeper pools.
13 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 1 in excellent shape.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Evolution R Matte Black 5/6 Reel used for?
This reel is set up for spey & two-hand, nymphing, and swinging flies targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Addiction with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Evolution R Matte Black 5/6 Reel work for?
This reel is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Evolution R Matte Black 5/6 Reel?
This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $159.99. SteelHead Addiction does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.
Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
13 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 1 in excellent shape. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Key Specs
Features
- + Size: 5/6 reel
- + Color: Matte Black
- + Outer Diameter: 3.8 inches (96 mm)
- + Capacity: WF8F+101m
- + Average Weight: 4.5 oz (126 g); Spool Width: 1.0 inches (25 mm); Fitting Line: #5-6
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