Can a ‘boo-curious fella come? I don’t own a fishable bamboo rod but aspire to and also aspire to build my own someday and would love to learn more about them.
Bamboo fling 2025
- Thread starter Denwor54
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Of course. All are welcome. Hopefully you will leave inspired to start down the slippery slope.
For someone new to bamboo this is a great way to test the water and learn about the different casting personalities of these rods. You'll get a chance to see what type of taper fits your casting style the best.
Bambooflyguy
Legend
I’ll try to make it this year and bring some HRQ’s, ugly sticks and other Hotrodz……
Such language.. sadly, I understand it completely! Cheers!
Denwor54
Life of the Party
I would highly recommend this gathering as there is a wealth of knowledge and I have benefited from there generous support. I’m on my 6th rod and it’s a learning experience to build a bamboo rod and I would highly recommend giving it a shot. And if there is any help I can provide let me know but no I’m no expert. I also have some culms for trout rods that you my have interest in. Just let me know if you are interested. But be warned this can be an expensive rabbit hole
You'll like it Jake.. I know I'm responding to Dennis's reply.. I have 5 boo rods now and want a spey rod.. I've talked to a few guys... this is a great event to check things out! Come on down, it's just for an afternoon.. Cheers!I would highly recommend this gathering as there is a wealth of knowledge and I have benefited from there generous support. I’m on my 6th rod and it’s a learning experience to build a bamboo rod and I would highly recommend giving it a shot. And if there is any help I can provide let me know but no I’m no expert. I also have some culms for trout rods that you my have interest in. Just let me know if you are interested. But be warned this can be an expensive rabbit hole
I believe I have enough planes and hand tools, and the standard power tools (tablesaw, drill press, band saw, router table, etc), and about 8 kajillion clamps, so fingers crossed I'm just looking at purchasing components? Unless there's a specific hand plane or other tool I need? I was talking with @Kado and know I’ll need to build a wrapping machine and some planing forms, but if there are others I’m happy to look into getting or making them.I would highly recommend this gathering as there is a wealth of knowledge and I have benefited from there generous support. I’m on my 6th rod and it’s a learning experience to build a bamboo rod and I would highly recommend giving it a shot. And if there is any help I can provide let me know but no I’m no expert. I also have some culms for trout rods that you my have interest in. Just let me know if you are interested. But be warned this can be an expensive rabbit hole
I'd love to tour anyone's rod building stations/setups if they're up for it.
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You're way ahead of the game starting with that shop cabinet full of tools. If you are near Redmond stop in some time.
Mike
Mike
Good to hear, and I’d love to stop by. Got some three day weekends coming up, so maybe one of those I could swing by for a bit? The double door one is the newest build/addition to the shop. Got rid of the peg board.
Making the drawer pulls was actually what renewed my interest in making a rod.
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Bambooflyguy
Legend
Awesome woodworking set up!
I’m fortunate to have an uncle who likes the idea of having a wood shop and lets me take it over. No space in my house/garage.
Sorry for unintentionally hijacking the thread.
As you were.
As you were.
Let me know when you have a day you can break free. I’ll pm my contact info.
The choice of cherry and maple wood along with the dove tail joinery and French cleats make this a piece of art. It looks to me like you have all the skills necessary to build a bamboo fly rod from scratch. Everything looks well cared for.
I appreciate the kind words. You must do some woodworking, too?
As I proved last(?) year apparently I have the skills to turn $200 of Tonkin cane into toothpicks. Bit of a learning curve I look forward to flattening.
Just need a plane.. and a few thousand dollars of tools.. you can do it!! Lol!!
I am looking at building a two-piece Goodwin Granger Deluxe 7’ 4wt taper (not scalloped or hollow) because I *believe* it’s the one my grandfather fished and my uncle took when he passed. Can’t verify because I don’t have access to the rod. Is that a good taper?
I don't know that taper specifically but sure someone here will..