Glass?
Hi Guys, on my recent trip to the UK I was lucky enough to get a days fishing in with a local and one of the rods we used was a #3 fiberglass rod. It was a very sweet rod and I enjoyed fishing with it, do any of you use glass rods and if so can you give me some info on brand and availability? Do you use modern or classic old rods?
Have to say that little rods action was sweet, has got me thinking it might be time to invest in one for the small streams down here.
All the best.
Mike
Yes, I fish glass on occasion. There are some wonderful light line rods available today.
Very, very few vintage rods that will handle a 3 weight line.
I own a custom built Steffen Bros. 7'9" 3 section 3/4 weight rod and it is as good as it gets.
Check them out http://www.steffenbrothersflyrods.com/fiberglass.htm
When you can arrange your affairs to go fishing, forget all the signs, homilies, advice and folklore. JUST GO.
Mike, I'm afraid you've developed a condition that can't be handled here by us general practitioners; so, I'm referring you to a specialist. Go to www.fiberglassflyrodders.com and they will be able to cure you. Jim
Mike,
It's about time you saw the light. Godspeed! (FWIW there's oodles of info on the fiberglass manifesto blog in addition to the link Jim provided above)
Marty
Mike,
While I love my Far-and-Fine...and several others....I have a 7' 3# Built on a Lamiglass blank that is very hard to leave behind on a trip. They are addicting. Godspeed on your treatment and therapy. LOL
Ralph
The Fiberglass Manifesto blog and Fiberglass Flyrodders forum are both excellent resources.
I would give Shane Gray at Graywolf, Chris Barclay, and Matt Liederman all a look. All three are excellent builders from what I have seen!
On your side of the pond, check out Epic rods.
The Green Hornet strikes again!!!
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