How Hard Is It To Build A Fly Rod?

To put it succinctly, “it ain’t that hard!” It just isn’t. Our thought is this: If you’re already fly fishing, then building your own rod is easy For your first project, you’ll need 6-8 hours of time total over 2-3 days. That’s it!. Can you make money building fly rods ? But if you really … Read more

Are CRB Rod Blanks Any Good?

Many customers ask us, “How good are the CRB Color Blanks?” And the answer is. they are GREAT ! From the variety of blank models and performance specs, to the 12 vivid colors and matching reel seats, the CRB Color Series Rod Kits build an awesome fishing rod—at an unbeatable price!. What blanks does St … Read more

What Do I Need To Build A Fly Rod?

Rod blanks. Cork handle. reel seat (and cap) Guides. Tip-top. Thread. Hook keeper. Winding check. What material is best for a fly rod? The bulk of modern fly rods are graphite, which has displaced fiberglass as the rigid-but-bendy space age material of choice. However, bamboo is the best natural material for both strength and springiness. … Read more