SPLIT-CANE FLY RODS
HANDMADE BY
DON ANDERSEN
RODS
I build trout rods - simple isn’t it? In
models from 6’ for a 2 wt. to 8’ for 6 wts. I can
also build rods to suit my customer, like the 9' 8 weight and the 7' 4
weight in the photo below.
Each rod comes with two tips, an aluminum case and rod
bag.
ROD FURNISHINGS:
Each rod is equipped with a
Mildrum stripping guide, Super Z Nickel Ferrules, chrome snake guides
and tip top, nickle silver downlocking cap/sliding ring reel seat c/w
zebra wood insert of my own design, hookkeeper and nickel silver
winding check. The handle is a modified cigar shape constructed of the
best corks available.
  
ROD
DESCRIPTIONS:
6’ 2 wt.
This rod is an culmination
of several years of building to get a true 2 wt. rod. The rod is
designed to fish flies smaller than size 10 in brushy or small streams.
The rod is a semi-parabolic rod that is quite fast for its size.
7’ 3 wt.
This series of rods
encompassing action from full flexing to parabolics to satisfy the most
discriminating tastes in light line rods.
7’ 2"
5 wt.
This rod is a medium
action, smooth flexing rod that would be characterized as slower.
Designed for those folks that like a slower full flexing rod.
7’ 9"
5 wt.
This rod is the master of
my rod stable and is used for nearly all conditions. Full flexing, the
rod will cast a broad range of flies. From the spring creeks of Montana
to the rapid freestoners of western Alberta, this is my rod of choice.
A number of series of rods have been built around the 7’9"
length that vary in actions to suit the fisherman. All are of the full
flexing design.
8' 0" 5 wt. The
Plan
This rod was designed to
handle larger flies and longer casts for the western rivers that so
many of us fish or would like to some day. The Plan tapers play homage
to the legendary builders of the past and is best described as a
parabolic rod. Several years in the testing stage, this taper has been
used successfully in angling adventures around the west.
8’ 6
wt. Full Flex
A workhorse of trout rods
designed for any size of flies that a trout fishermen may employ. Able
to cast size 18’s to size # 6’s with ease.
8’ 6
wt. Parabolic
A very strong rod capable
of casting long distances with a minimum of effort. Used extensively to
handle large fish.
8’ 3"
6 wt.
This is the boat
fisherman’s friend - capable of casting long lines with
minimum effort. A full flexing rod that just feels right.
The above rod tapers are
derived from the builder’s experiences on what he uses and
enjoys. Rod tapers from other builders are kept on file and can be
replicated for the purchaser.
OPTIONS:
A number of options are
available @ extra cost. These include:
PRICING:
Contact me for current
pricing at: dmanders@_nomorespam_telusplanet.net
or
Don Andersen
5616 54 A Avenue
Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada
T4T 1H6
403-845-2069
Deposit of 50% is required on all rods And the balance
is due prior to delivery.
Some models are stock and are available quickly whereas
a waiting list is required for other models. First come - first served.
Updated 04/10/09
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