Not so long ago, fiberglass fly rods were considered all but obsolete. Fiberglass was an inexpensive and easily mass-produced altern­ative to bamboo for workaday rods in the mid-20th century. Then ...

At 72, the retired eye surgeon builds fishing rods, and last weekend, he introduced a small group of anglers to the craft during a hands-on class. "It's morphed into an addiction," said Land, who grew ...

There’s a lodge in Pray, Montana, run by the same company behind Sage fly rods. It's called, wait for it, The Sage Lodge. I'm a fan of Sage fly rods; they are known for their quality and innovation. I ...

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When selecting the best pike rod, there are a few factors to consider. First and foremost, the most important attribute is ...

The best fishing rods are durable and flexible, with excellent sensitivity that makes catching your target easier. Regardless of your style of fishing, everything else—from reels to lines and bait to ...

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — After selling his eighth or ninth custom fishing rod to the same man in Oregon several years ago, John Patrick Rivera offhandedly said, “I hope you’re happy with the stuff, and ...