There’s nothing in the fly fishing world that says “relax” better than bamboo! You can use any adjective that you wish; “old school”, “throw-back”, “timeless beauty”, but you’ll still get back to “relax”. If you have the need to escape the fast paced world of today’s workday pressures and the speed of “modern” rod materials, then reach for a bamboo fly rod. From the moment you begin casting, your heart rate will lower about 20 beats per minute and blood pressure will fall below normal. There’s nothing more relaxing than dry fly fishing with bamboo; that is, until you hook up! Don’t think these rods are your grandparent’s fly rods of old, because they’re not! Today’s bamboo fly rods are made of the finest select quality bamboo, space-age adhesives, and are artistically crafted, making these rods extremely lightweight, beautiful to behold, and highly functional. Modern rod component manufacturing has brought lighter-weight and more durable guides, reels seats and rod finishes. The meticulous bamboo fly rod maker of today, while ever more the hand-craftsman, has modern materials and tools to make these bamboo rods more than just things of beauty. They are wonderfully responsive fishing tools. If you haven’t experienced casting, fishing or owning a fine bamboo fly rod, we at Leland can help you on your journey, from small spring creeks to spey rivers. Bamboo fly rods have experienced a recent renaissance in the fly fishing community and we at Leland are proud to offer a wide …
Pick up the habit of slipping your fly fishing rod into its protective tub when it’s not being used to avoid damage and costly repairs.Learn more in this free video series. Expert: Jim Dowd Contact: www.zoaroutdoor.com Bio: Jim Dowd runs the fishing program at Zoar Outdoor, is a Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor, Life Member of Trout Unlimited, and co-author of The Deerfield River Guide. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso
PVC tubing can protect your delicate fly fishing rod from anything. Learn more about fly fishingtechniques in this free video series. Expert: Jim Dowd Contact: www.zoaroutdoor.com Bio: Jim Dowd runs the fishing program at Zoar Outdoor, is a Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor, Life Member of Trout Unlimited, and co-author of The Deerfield River Guide. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso
Learn why fly fishing rod length matters and get tips on fishing equipment and tackle in this free fly fishingvideo series. Expert: Jim Dowd Contact: www.zoaroutdoor.com Bio: Jim Dowd runs the fishing program at Zoar Outdoor, is a Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor, Life Member of Trout Unlimited, and co-author of The Deerfield River Guide. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso
the annual river test outing at the broadlands stretch. i now live where the host for the day grew up. we have been bothering fish together since our teens. shot on the summer solstice with a nokia n95 phone and nikon d40. iMovie for the editing. a great day out.