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St. Croix Fly Rods

St. Croix manufactures handcrafted fishing rods in Park Falls, Wisconsin. The company dates back to 1948. and sells a variety of rods, including fly rods, a rod specially made to be used in fly fishing. You can find St. Croix Fly Rods in a variety of different materials, lengths, and weights.

What is different about fly fishing?

Fly fishing is done with a different type of rod, known as a fly rod, plus a reed and a specialized weighted line. It utilizes an angling method and artificial fly to catch fish. Due to the lighter weight, it requires a significantly different casting method as well.

How do you know what fly line weight you need?

Fly fishing requires a weighted line, which is measured in grains. There are over 15 grains in one gram. The weight you need depends on what type of fish you are hoping to catch. A trout or panfish, for example, requires a lighter weight. A salmon or bass needs a heavier line.

What length of St. Croix fly rod do you need?

The length of fly rod you need depends on a few things. First, you need to consider where you will be going, including the depths of the water you plan to fish in, and your proximity to the shore. Also, you need to consider the weight of line you will be using and the type of fish you want to catch. When utilizing a guide, the average fly rod is nine feet, although St. Croix has no recommended size.

What's a St. Croix split cane fly rod?

A St. Croix split cane rod is a high-density rod composed of bamboo. The rod's origin dates back to the 1800s when people experimented with splitting bamboo and fastening it back together using a tapered design. This technique essentially made the rods stronger and more flexible. With proper maintenance, a split cane rod can provide many years of use.

What is a fly rod blank?

A blank is the pole section of the rod that is attached to the handle, basically the core of the fly rod. A fly rod's blank can be composed of a variety of materials which can affect how heavy the rod is and help with the amount of power it gives. No matter the material of a blank, the handle is often composed of something different, typically cork. Different blank materials include:

  • Composite
  • Fiberglass
  • Graphite

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