The rod blanks are split bamboo (Tonkin cane) and come from China, the location of the first bamboo rods. All other components like the snake guide, fly top, fly reel seat, and others are made by the American based Pacific Bay International, the premier authority for rod-building components. Our combining of genuine American handiwork with Chinese bamboo rods makes these fly rods the best in the business!

Many of you are already fly fishing aficionados and know exactly why Tonkin (more…)

34millionmodulus IM6 graphite blank delivers exceptional feel and a crisp, yet forgiving mediumfast action for precision casts.

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Own a Flea bamboo fly rod, crafted by hand in our Manchester, Vermont rod shop for 2008 only. The sweet, 4-wt. 6½’ nimble little gem made a great big splash when it first ran in the Orvis catalog more than 40 years ago. For years afterward it was the lightweight rod for anglers who loved fishing small streams or larger streams when the water was low and clear. Just 4.0 oz. the Flea remains a perfect bamboo rod for delicate presentations with tiny flies. This special Flea is crafte (more…)

Whether it’s a half-day on home waters or halfway around the world, our new Destination X Luggage line gets you on the water with gear intact and well organized.

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They have impressive range to tackle challenging situations with ease. From long casts, wind and powerful fish to those slick calm days where quiet and accurate presentations are the answer, X2s rods give you an edge. And, out there we all need an edge.

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