Ross Evolution 2 or Lamson Litespeed 2?

[Farrell]

Okay, I realize everyone has biases but I'm going buy a new reel. I frequent this board but don't post often.
I need pros and cons and your opinions of which of these two reels I should purchase. I recogize that both are
very good reels with similar warranties and prices. They have similar sizes and weight. I'd be happy to hear
why I might prefer one over the other... in your opinion.

Thanks!

Farrell

PS, I fish for trout mostly in Colorado (Big T, Colorado, Arkansas, Blue, Williams Fork, Rio Grande).
I will put this on a Scott 5wt STS rod.

[jeffnles1]

I don't know about lightspeed, but Ross customer service is outstanding. I had a part break on a new Ross reel and they fixed it and had it back to me in a week. No questions asked, no hassel, just fixed it and returned it in record time. It was shipped back to me via FedEx. For that reason alone, I'm a big Ross fan.

Jeff

[Gringo]

Go the Evolution, very nice indeedy. I have three Lamsons, nice, but not as nice as an evolution.

[Gramps]

I had a Litespeed. It was pretty nice, but i'd go with the Ross.

[Bobinmich]

I have both. Both are very nice and service on both is outstanding. I kinda like the looks of the evolution better. But you can't go wrong with either.

Bobinmich

[Jordan]

I have both reels, but in different sizes. I like the Lamson, and have no comment on the Evo, since I just got it a couple months back and it hasn't seen a lot of time on the water yet. So far so good, but it really hasn't seen a lot of major action.

See you on the river. We fish the same places.

[Capt. Ahab]

Ross customer service is top notch as stated before. I thought something didn't feel quite right about my drag so I sent it in. They replaced the entire drag mechanism and had my reel back to me in a few short days with a check included for shipping costs. Not to mention Ross reels are just the bomb. Lightweight, great drag system, slick looking reels and they even sound cool when you reel in, bu tmuch cooler when the drag is engaged. ....it sounds like a lullabye. I know I'll be buying only Ross for any freshwater endevours for the rest of my days.

[Farrell]

Thanks to all of you for the input/advice. If those that posted are representative of the general FFing population, then
Ross is the clear favorite. The Ross will go well with my Scott.

Farrell

[Jordan]

Nice, Farrell. A Colorado combo. Good choice.

[eponymous]

I would have gone with the Lamson.