Dickerson 801611-D: 8ft 7wt 3-Piece Bamboo Rod
Explore the Dickerson 801611-D taper — Lyle Dickerson's three-piece 8ft 7wt designed for portable power. A moderate-fast bamboo fly rod built for large
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The Rod Maker's Bench
Explore bamboo rod making, classic taper references and the decisions behind a build. Start with a process overview or a guide to choosing a blank and its components.
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Leonard Letort 40: 8ft 4wt Bamboo Fly Rod
A detailed look at the Leonard Letort 40 — 8ft 4wt full-flex bamboo fly rod taper built for spring creek precision. Learn its history, taper analysis, and…
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The Payne 200L is an 8ft 4wt 3-piece bamboo fly rod with progressive action. Extended from the 101 with a lighter tip for better line control on moving water
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