The modern-day trout angler has a vast array of fly rods to choose from. As someone who’s spent far too much time in fly shops looking at and thinking about all these options, I understand how ...

Fly fishing is my getaway. It's a medicine that throws a wide net. I use it to get out of the rat race, slow down, hear myself think, breathe in some fresh air, and get that thing that you can only ...

Fiberglass rods have been making a comeback in many fly-fishing circles. The common fly-fishing rod is made from graphite or a combination of graphite and other materials. The stiffer graphite rods ...

When an angler is looking for a new fly rod, the debate between fiberglass and graphite often rises. Durability, feel and price point are a few of the concerns that drive the decision. Breaking down ...

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 ...

Beginner fishing rods should check several boxes in order to find their way into your next outdoor adventure. Built for casting bait or lures to fish, with ruggedness and value in mind, the best ...