My current search for truth and beauty in glass fly rod blanks has led me to offer these as a light line e-glass small stream rod. There has been much talk about these blanks from Angler's Roost, and I find that I really like their action. So, in keeping with my philosophy of offering affordable blanks that perform well, I am offering this series for as long as the blanks are available.
These are moderate action rods with a very supple tip and a less pliant butt section. These rods are sweet - casting in a way that is a refreshing change from the soft-butted Asian glass blanks you see nowadays. These “Klassic Glass,” thin walled rods, feature a fairly quick response with little tip bounce. As with many Asian-made blanks of this ilk, there may be minor manufacturing imperfections, but these rods are a great buy for the price, and they cast the line they are rated for-where have you seen that lately?
I build a lot into these rods. I personally inspect and spine each blank, and plug the end of the spigots with foam and a layer of epoxy, and I make certain the spigot fit is correct, although the spigot gaps may vary. My build uses a hand-turned AAAA quality cork grip, and a highly functional up-locking reel seat. I use chromed stainless steel snake guides and a chromed wire stripper with wraps of brown silk with beige tipping. The wraps are coated with uv-resistant low-build epoxy for long life. I pack my “Klassic Glass” in a flannel rod bag within a black ABS shipping tube that works as an indestructible rod case you can just toss into your car. Other options are possible.
I offer them in three lengths:
6’6,” three piece, three weight (pictured)
7’0,” three piece, 3/4 weight
7”6,” three piece, 4 weight
I am pricing these at $175 each – a quality build at a good price-and I guaranty it.
Posted: 30 Jun 2014, 15:19 • 
