I would recommend the following bamboo rod makers.
They do excellent work and are great to work with.
They also won't break the bank.
Dennis Stone.........http://www.stonerodco.com/
R.W. Lancaster......http://www.codella.com/
Chris Carlin.........http://www.carlinbamboo.com/
James Reid..........http://www.jmreidbamboo.com/
May fine makers working today and providing excellent rods and service.
When you can arrange your affairs to go fishing, forget all the signs, homilies, advice and folklore. JUST GO.