Hand Planed Split Cane Fishing Rods
By
Luke Bannister
Rods
RODS
There is no doubt that having the right tool for the job adds greatly to the pleasure of the task, so it is with flyfishing.
On this page you will find 4 favourite rods. The list has evolved over the years and now covers most fishing situations.
6 ft 3wt
7ft 4wt
7ft 6" 5wt
8ft 5wt
All rods are made by me, so if you don't see a rod that suits your fishing; and would like to talk about one that would, please contact me (email). I am always happy to talk fishing and cane rods.
Other rods to consider.
Leonard 6ft 10in 4/5wt.
A lovely and little used taper. If you prefer a slightly heavier rod on a small river this is a very good choicePayne Canadian Canoe 8ft 6in 6 / 7 wt reservoir rod and large river rod not to heavy and can be hollow built. Good as a seatrout rod and has also been known to catch to odd bass.
