Rodmaking

Everything about building split-cane bamboo fly rods: the process, the tools, the rods themselves, and the machines that wind the wraps.

Process and reference

• Morgan Hand Mill — Tom Morgan build-class notes: splitting, planing, glue-up, finishing
• Morgan Hand Mill Manual — machine and manual reference, re-written
• Rod Tapers & Tools — taper libraries and design software
• 3D-Printed Rodmaking Tools — printable gauges, jigs, presses, and stands

Build logs

• Rod Builds — per-rod logs, plus the reel-seat machining write-up and a chopsticks side project

Binders

• Rod Binders — Garrison and Smithwick references, the 3D-printed build, and a design study