Fiberglass Fly Rods/Honey E-Glass Lamiglas Fly Rods
The resurgence in fiberglass fly rods is a direct result of many anglers rejecting the whiplash action of graphite for the smoother casting feedback action of fiberglass rods. These anglers realize that fiberglass provides better line control, and delicacy of presentation. The flexibility of fiberglass also protects delicate tippets and improves hook-ups with fewer lost fish.
There always remained a few manufacturers who continued to make fiberglass rod blanks (mostly small companies), and as they increased sales to rod builders, other manufacturers reintroduced fiberglass as well. Two types of glass are now available: the slow-to-medium action e-glass, and the newly derived, and slightly faster, s-glass.
My e-glass builds include blanks from such manufacturers as Lamiglas, Batson SPG small stream glass, Jenkins PLG, and “Klassic” small stream glass. This year I am offering s-glass models by Livingston: Western Glass in 8’6,” line weights 5, and 6; YS Glass in 9,' #3 line weight.
These are tried and true off-the-shelf blanks supplied to rod builders. Some, you cannot buy as a finished rod from the big manufacturers, or cannot get them with custom changes. I can, however, provide custom builds with just about any guides, reel seat, and grip style you might imagine.
Lamiglas Fiberglass Fly Rod Builds
Honey Lamiglas 7'6" #4 weight with uplocking UL3 reel seat
Lamiglas honey e-glass blanks remain full-flexing and slow action; demanding a very relaxed stroke. These rods have a powerful butt section with a full-flexing tip that surprises graphite anglers with its deep flexing accuracy. Best for casts under 50 feet, these rods are a different casting experience and very relaxing for the person who wants to get away from the “rat-race.”
Honey Lamiglas blanks are manufactured in the USA. They are 2 piece with tip over butt ferrules. Components include cap and ring, down-locking and up-locking aluminum reel seats. The grips are of AAAA grade cork, and the guides are chrome coated stainless steel. Rods are available in the following lengths:
Prices:
6-6, 3wt, 2 pieces $435
7-0, 3 wt, 2 pieces $435
7-6, 4 wt. 2 pieces $435
8-0, 5 wt, 2 pieces $435
7'6" Honey Lamiglas build in aluminum down-locking reelseat with cocobolo wood spacer and hand-turned 6" cigar grip. The wraps are sunburst with dark brown trim.
Honey Lamiglas rod with all-aluminum reel seat, cigar grip, and candy-apple red, black, and white wraps.
