Synthesis Series
My Synthesis Series of rods is complex yet uncomplicated. These blanks are made domestically here in the US for me, to my exact specifications. A technologically advanced fusion of parabolic and progressive fly rod tapers, blending my two previous series of rods without watering down the effectiveness and feel. Making use of advanced compound tapers, seamless and functional tip over butt ferrules and traditional e-glass. Not necessarily progressive or parabolic, the best of all synthesized into a new classic.
Smooth and unhurried with quick recovery. Responsive tip, mid and butt sections. You feel the cast and the fish.
60: A 6’0” 2wt 4 piece small water pack rod. The Scout. Light, delicate and capable. $925
66: A 6’6” 2wt 4 piece small water pack rod. The Gila Special. Inspired by fishing in the Gila Wilderness catching beautiful and challenging trout. Perfect for a light and delicate presentation. $925
68: A 6'8" 3wt 4 piece. The Blue Ridge Special. Small secluded mountain streams and brook trout. $925
72: A 7’2" 4wt 3 piece. The Driftless Special. Delicate delivery and precise casting control. $875
79: A 7'9" 4/5wt 3 piece. The General Practitioner. A general purpose trout rod. $875.
79-5: A 7'9" 5wt 5 piece. The General Traveling Practitioner. A general purpose traveling trout rod. $995.
82: An 8'2" 4/5wt 4 piece. The Tailwater Special. Long casts, tiny flies and ultimate control. $925
7-6: A 7’ 6wt 3 piece (black glass). Previously a limited edition rod (called the 70LS). I designed for small water, big fly big fish rod. The unique rod taper provides an incredible ability to shoot and control line that leaves plenty of room for big and little fish feel and control. $925
777: A 7’7” 7wt 3 piece rod. The Jackpot. A bass rod I designed to pull big fish out of heavy cover. Suitable for fishing mangroves, salt ready. $925
8-6: An 8' 6wt 3 piece. The Big Stiffy. Hex hatch in Michigan or Smallmouth in Virginia. Big brother to the 7’ 6wt above. Yellow. $925
868: The 8’6” 8/9wt 4 piece. A saltwater flats worthy rod. Lighter than you think possible with superior accuracy and distance control. $995
Parabolic Series
7’ 4wt - Close range slowness, short casts, short leader, long leader, no matter. Find the rhythm and enjoy the ride. $915
7’9” 3wt - A sticky action kind of slow. The rod for long slow pools and Spooky fish. $915
8’ 4wt - Sexiness defined. The is the kind of sweet, smooth, and sensitive parabolic fiberglass fly rod that you won’t want to rush. This rod is the smoooooooth action kind of slow. It’s deliberate and delicate, firm and sensitive. $915
8’ 2” 5wt - Stop. Hopper time. It’s deliberate and delicate, firm and sensitive. Summertime hoppers. $915
E-Glass (yellow, and black coming eventually)
Blanks from my Synthesis series as well as the new Parabolics coming soon! Keep an eye on the web store for availability.
Featuring:
Hand made snake guides bright or darkened
Classic and durable carbide stripping guides
Custom designed brass and nickel silver reel seat hardware made by Masatoshi Okui of KINEYA Reels
Flor Grade Portuguese cork grips and seats. Ventilated grips are available on most rods for additional cost.
Fine silk wrappings
Marine grade spar varnish
Mill finish aluminum tube with domed brass ends
Custom designed rod sock
Optional wood and micarta seat inserts, accents and downlocking seats also available.
Examples of custom additions:
Full accent tipping at each wrap $125
Ventilated grip $50
Dual ring reel seat $50
Agate stripping guide $50 (could be less depending on guide)