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The Epic 890C Advanced Graphite Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kit Light, yet tough and & incredibly responsive - this will be your go-to Bonefish and Trevally rod. The very best componentry available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - All Epic. Advanced, High Performance All Water Fly. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #8 Length: 9'Pieces: 4 Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic fly rod blank High-quality rod tube + Premium hand sewn rod sock Premium AAA cork grip + Epic reel seat Snake guide set + High-quality stripper guide Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups & full instructions) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 50-page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Decals *Wrapping threads. Each kit includes white colour-fast for trims and black thread for main wraps.  Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Mid FlexResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #8 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 8ELN: 8 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. It's the 8 wt that feels like a 6. Light, yet tough and & incredibly responsive - this will be your go-to Bonefish and Trevally rod. The Epic Action.Epic C series would best be described as Medium Fast in action. Epic C series are light without sacrificing strength. ToughOur use of 100% non-woven fibre and Silica nano matrix technology makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Premium Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof SureFit™ ferrule system - immediate section replacement Flor Grade Premium Cork grip Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with a super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Titanium stripper guides - Corrosion proof Our original design flip top rod sock - just better High-Quality Rod Tube cleaning cloth

Packlight - the super versatile 5 piece glass travel blank. Head for the hills, answer the call and pack in your favorite adventure stick. We've taken our amazing 476 blank and reconfigured it as a 5 piece travel rod, now small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack. Incredibly light. A mere 46 grams (1.62 ounces) Incredibly convenient. Only 495 mm long (19.5 inches) Incredibly tough. Made from fully unidirectional S2 Fastglass Colour: SalsaRecommended Line Weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 7'6"Pieces: 5 FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8 micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  SnakeBelly™SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and durable. SureFit Ferule™Break a tip? we've got you covered  This ferule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 7'6" Pieces:  5Total length: 2,265mm ERN: (Unwrapped): 3.96 ELN: 4 Optimal Grain Window: 120 - 135 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 4 / 5 Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Fast Blank Weight: 46g Butt Diameter: 9.6mm (Aprox) Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

590G Fly Rod Building Kit The Epic 590G is an extremely light, responsive 5 weight fly rod designed specifically for dry fly, light streamer and nymph fishing. Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic branded Carbon Fibre reel seat  Epic satin Graphene carbon fibre blank  Epic satin fibreglass fly rod tube + hand sewn rod sock Premium quality slim wells cork grip + Epic reel seat Guide set + Titanium stripper guide Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 50-page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Epic Rod Decals Wrapping thread.  Default black thread and white trims are included but can be substituted for other stock colors on request.  Our recommendation is that the default threads work best on these black blanks. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Tip FlexLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5.5ELN: 5 Technical Graphene ToughOur use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ FinishOur Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferrule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high-performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. THE MOST THOROUGH AND COMPLETE FLY ROD BUILDING KITS ON THE MARKET. Each Epic Ready To Wrap Kit contains everything you need to make a great fly rod. The very best fly rod building components available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - all Epic. No reaming, no drilling, no sanding. Too Easy. Our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod. The components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been specifically designed to work together. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seats perfectly. Easily assembled step by step.  Ground ferrule system In addition to the industry leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced. Benefits of our ground ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non-slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit. As good as it gets Epic G (Carbon) series fly rod blanks are high-performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex (Orvis) or Medium fast (Sage). They are light without sacrificing strength (lighter than the equivalent Sage one). Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technologyEpic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.

Presenting the finest two-handed Spey rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance. Each Epic two-handed Spey rod is a custom-tuned, advanced, lightweight, and highly responsive two-handed fly rod. Titanium stripping guides, the best cork in the industry, Japanese silk wraps, CNC machined reel seat with self-locating hood, alignment dots and a handwritten inscription - this is a two-handed fly rod like no other. 3 Weights. One length. 6 Pieces. After talking to expert Spey casters around the world a 13ft two-hander was clearly the most versatile and useful length for most two-handed casters. A standardized length across our range also makes line selection a comparatively easy task. Weights:Epic two-handed blanks come in 3 different weights/power configurations:5 / 6 Trout Spey6 / 7 Large Trout & Steelhead7 / 8 Salmon & large Steelhead Recommended Grain Windows:5 / 6 Trout Spey: 340 - 420 grains. 6 / 7 Large Trout & Steelhead: 420 - 480 grains. 7 / 8 Salmon & large Steelhead: 470 - 530 grains.  Convenience. Feedback from travelling anglers told us that conventional 4 piece rods were too long to travel with, we took that on board and produce all our two-handers in a convenient 6 piece configuration. These big rods will easily fit in your luggage alongside a single-handed fly rod. Our unique ground ferrule system means actions are precise and indistinguishable from a standard 4 piece rod. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around four weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. We believe there is no better fly rod made. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Action: Progressive. Medium fastLength: 13ft all modelsWeight: 200g - 206g depending on model (7oz to 7.2oz)Fore grip length:  325mm (12.7 inches)Rear grip length: 125mm (4.9 inches) Weights:Epic two-handed blanks come in 3 different weights/power configurations:6 Trout Spey7 Large Trout & Steelhead8 Salmon & large Steelhead Recommended Grain Windows:5 / 6 Trout Spey: 340 - 420 grains. 6 / 7 Large Trout & Steelhead: 420 - 480 grains. 7 / 8 Salmon & large Steelhead: 470 - 530 grains.  If you've struggled with stiff lifeless Spey rods this will be a breath of fresh air. Easy, smooth casting is the name of the game. AND it's a six-piece so is about the same length as a standard 9 footer when broken down. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with a super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Titanium stripper guides - Corrosion proof Premium quality snake guides from Snake brand USA - Highly corrosion resistant  Our original design flip top rod sock - just better Katana Rod Tube™ Cleaning cloth Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Backcountry Fly Tying Kit Equally at home on a trip or on your fly tying bench, our Backcountry Fly Tying kit features the very best Italian made tools by Stonfo and a pair of remarkable hand crafted fly tying scissors by Renomed of Poland. There are no finer fly tying tools made. We've taken the best of the best and presented them in a thoughtful waxed cotton canvas tool roll featuring genuine leather trim and straps fastened with classic brass catches. The hand stitched waterproof tool roll houses & protects these high quality tools and features two additional pouches to tuck away fly tying materials and hooks. The Renomed "Fly Tier" scissors feature a 'super cut' finely serrated blade that makes cutting deer hair and fur a breeze, and the larger scissor handles afford comfort and extraordinary durability and functionality. Tool Collection  Renomed Fly Tier Super Cut scissors (retail US$45) Stonfo Dubbing Twister Stonfo Hackle pliers Stonfo Elite Bodkin (Stainless Steel) Stonfo Dubbing Brush Stonfo Bobtec1  Adjustable Bobbin With Ceramic Insert (Stainless Steel) Stonfo Elite Bodkin (Stainless steel) Stonfo Elite Whip Finisher (Stainless Steel)

Everything in one kit. Gel 15 min Epoxy (for reel seats and components) Gel 5 min (for tip tops) Rod wrapping finish in pre loaded syringe packs. Brushes, mixing cups, spatula, mixing sticks  Full Intructions Enough supplies in one kit to build one or two rods. Great value. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

The Epic Reference 686, often imitated, never beaten. The Epic 686 has gained cult status and we've seen many imitators try to replicate the magic of this fly rod. There is only one - and this is it! Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built™custom collection, but without the customisation options, the new 686 Reference takes it up another notch. Regarded by industry pro's and glass aficionados worldwide as the best glass 6wt made, the Epic 686 presents beautifully but packs plenty of attitude. Perfect for tossing big flies, swinging streamers and light saltwater work. Smooth as silk yet with a ton of reserve power this Epic really is beauty and the beast rolled into one. You are going to love casting this fly rod. The ultimate 6wt fiberglass fly rod.  Our Epic™ 686 is crafted from 8 micron FastGlass II. A unidirectional S-2 Glass, this material is stiffer and stronger than e-glass or standard s-glass. The 686 is as strong as an ox, super smooth and extremely versatile. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading FastGlass II fly rod blank  Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality Fuji titanium stripping guide Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps natural fiberglass rod tube & rod sock NEW Artic colourway In stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #6Length: 8'6"Pieces: 4 Total length: 2,580mmERN: (Unwrapped): 6.4ELN: 6Optimal Grain Window: 140 - 175 GrainsEffective Line Range: AFTMA 5 / 6 / 7Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium FastTaper: FastAA: (Action Angle): 68° (Fast)Blank Weight: 63g These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available.  Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. "I really believe the EPIC 686 is by far the most popular GLASS streamer rod on the market. More often than not, I get requests for the 686 and most of the time in Salsa. Carl has created a wonderful, and powerful taper and folks love them!"  - Shane Gray Graywolf Rods. "I will only touch on this for a second because everyone keeps hearing how phenomenal the 686 is. This is a phenomenal blank. The beauty is in the fact that the rod can lay out ten feet of line with the delicacy of a full flex cane, but when called upon fire 95' of line into a stiff breeze. It does all of this with a great deal of feel and composure that most rods will never achieve. It is quite possibly one of the best 6wts on the mark glass, graph, or grass."- Zeb Tonkavich Snowman Custom Rod Works"the Epic 686 is (f#$%'ing) magic in my hands. This fly rod is responsive, quick to load, and a powerhouse that lays out very long accurate casts with relative ease."- Cameron Mortenson The Fiberglass Manifesto FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry-leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next-generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8 micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Backcountry Double Fly Rod & Reel Vault Fish faster and smarter with the Backcountry Double Fly Rod Vault! This powerhouse of a storage solution is designed to carry two 9ft fly rods and reels, rigged up and ready to roll. Durably crafted from tough, water-resistant 600D Cordura material and reinforced by 210D Ripstop Polyester inner, you can rest assured your valuable fly rods and reels will be safe in all conditions. Waterproof YKK zippers keep moisture and dust out while the thickly padded interior protects your precious fly reels from being scratched. A hardshell outer helps look after your fly rods no matter what terrain awaits you. This is an unbeatable way to transport two complete setups. Save time and be ready to fish at a moment's notice!

Epic® 370 Reference Series Fly Rod Small creeks, small trout, big performance - the Epic 370. The 3 weight you don't have to babysit. Our Epic 370 is a subtle, lightweight yet very strong fly rod perfect for small trout, Cutties and Brook trout.  Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the 370  Reference takes it up another notch. Our 370 is a small, lightweight precision fly rod that boasts the same precise response, strength and quality that Epic rods are famous for.   Built using FastGlass® II - this is the 3 wt that really is one tough customer. Far stronger and robust than any Carbon Fibre (graphite) fly rod, the 370 allows you to fish very fine tippets and leaders yet have confidence in a rod that is tough and extremely robust. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading 476 FastGlass™ fly rod blank in translucent Amber Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality stripping guide Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps Natural fiberglass rod tube and rod sock Finished in stunning classic translucent Olive with matching guide wraps Our SnakeBelly™ finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies. In stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door   Recommended Line Weight: AFTMA #3 Length: 7'Pieces: 4Colour: Olive Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #3Length: 7'Pieces: 4 Total length: 2,265mmELN: 3Optimal Grain Window: 94 - 106 GrainsEffective Line Range: AFTMA 3Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  slowTaper: Medium slowBlank Weight: 44gButt Diameter: 9.20mm   These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful.  Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids. Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load.

Fly Fishing Flies - The Bead Head Woolly Bugger The most effective fly fishing flies ever tied. Time proven patterns tied traditional style on competition grade hooks using all natural materials. Highest quality flies tied using only the best materials on the very best Hanak barbless competition Hooks. These hooks are sticky sharp! Classic Bead Head Woolly Bugger The most recognizable, and likely the most commonly fished streamer fly ever tied. The wooly bugger attracts fish in fast or slow water, rivers, ponds, and lakes, in dirty water or spring creeks. It imitates crayfish, minnows, sculpin, leeches, and many other natural foods trout love. This streamer fly pattern is a classic that you simply can't be without. These Buggers are the best you will find. Tied on Hanak hooks, lead underbody and brass bead. Flies are finished with a wraps of fine wire to ensure they are super tough and durable (Hackles will not break and unwind) Silver wire on the black buggers, copper wire on the Olive buggersSize 8  - sticky sharp Hanak competition barbless hook  Imitates: Baitfish, Smelt, crayfish, minnows, sculpin, leeches Delivered in our classic tin fly box "Box - O - Flies"

The Mighty Boca Grande 12wt FastGlass Fly Rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance. A Heavyweight without the heavy weight.Classy, glassy and an absolute powerhouse. The mighty Boca Grande is an incredibly tough and resilient 12 weight fly rod. Premium quality all the way with 3 Titanium stripping guides. Finished in 'seafoam aqua' this fly rod is absolutely stunning from top to toe and a real joy to cast. Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered directly to your door. Let's be frank here. 12 weight graphite rods tend to be as stiff as broomsticks, far from enjoyable to cast and get one under serious load and they're prone to exploding. (Carbon fibre experiences what is technically termed "Catastrophic failure" - Glass Fibre does not) We wanted to build an extremely tough 12 weight fly rod that was enjoyable & fun to cast and could easily pull about 24lbs / 11 kg. The Blank.The Boca blank is a marvel of composites engineering. Our prime design consideration was to keep weight down while delivering fast recovery speed. Fully unidirectional S2 FastGlass delivers super strength and resilience without the weight. The Shiny Bits. The components on the rod had to be the best we could source so we went for 3 premium Titanium stripping guides fitted with Japanese SiC inserts. We fit the rest of the blank out in Snake Brand dark nickel snakes - these are the most salt-resistant guides we could find (Salt fog tests by Snake Brand prove it) Ferrule System. Each ferrule is internally reinforced with a small additional flag of glass fibre material, each ferrule is then over wrapped with a magnum length Japanese silk wrap and then finished with three coats of premium epoxy finish. Reel Seat. Our famous Epic alloy reel seat is a one-piece CNC machined work of art. This reel seat will outlast you, your boat and your guide. Your kids will be fishing with this fly rod. Grip.The Boca is fitted with our wickedly comfortable modified Full Wells grip - this thing is so comfortable you'll want to sleep in it. And like everything we do, it has substance to it - this grip is not one of those arty fart hipster slim grips that look good but kill your hand. This is something to really get your mitts around! The Finish.Each Boca is painted in luscious Aqua using a two-pot marine grade paint system. And the final step? - we polish each rod AND rod tube with Mothers California Gold®  Brazilian Carnauba Wax. No kidding. This is the most beautiful, most functional fly rod you will ever own. Each handcrafted Boca Grande Fly rod features: Unique fully unidirectional S2 Glass Fibre blank (FastGlass) Internally reinforced ferrule system 3 x Titanium stripper guides with Japanese SiC inserts - Rustproof Rustproof Snake Brand dark nickel Universal guides, USA Our world-famous fiberglass rod tube Hand sewn rod sock Finest quality Portuguese cork grip, our wickedly good Full Wells / Ritz design Large cork fighting butt (no cheap closed cell foam to be found in our workshop) Epic reel seat in Black or Titanium finish Recommended line weight: #12 Length: 8'6"Pieces: 4Weight: 156 gm - 5.5oz  Recommended line weight: #12Length: 8' 6"Pieces: 4Action: Progressive / MediumTaper: FastWeight: 156 gm - 5.5oz  It's stunning, it casts like a 10wt and it's as tough as hell. Each handcrafted Boca Grande Fly rod features: Unique fully unidirectional S2 Glass Fibre blank (FastGlass) Internally reinforced ferrule system 3 x Titanium stripper guides with Japanese SiC inserts - Rustproof Rustproof Snake Brand dark nickel Universal guides, USA Our world-famous fiberglass rod tube Hand sewn rod sock Finest quality Portuguese cork grip, our wickedly good Full Wells / Ritz design Large cork fighting butt (no cheap closed-cell foam to be found in our workshop) Epic reel seat in Black finish Recommended line weight: #12 Length: 8'6"Pieces: 4Weight: 156 gm - 5.5oz  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Trouble, meet El Bandido, the Epic 10wt fiberglass fly rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.  One tough customer. At 8' for a 10# the Epic Bandit is the perfect weapon for wrangling tough species like Pike, Bass, Snook, Baby Tarpon and Musky. Titanium stripper guides and alloy reel seats mean the Bandit is a saltwater beast. Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered directly to your door. The Bandit is an amazing casting machine and about as much fun as you can have with your pants on.  A specialist tactical fly rod, the Bandit makes short work of large species in confined situations and is great for Kayak fishing. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around four weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Recommended line weight: #10 Length: 8'Pieces: 4 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 8'Pieces: 4Effective Line Range:  AFTMA   8 / 9 / 10Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium FastTaper: FastAA: (Action Angle): 65° Blank Weight: 82gm - 2.9oz  These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Each Studio Built Fly Rod is skilfully handcrafted for you our customer when you order it, no two are exactly alike.Each fly rod is individually hand-crafted, balanced, inspected and tested here in our Wanaka workshop by one of our master rod builders. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod is as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load.

Be prepared for anything with our Fish Army Knife screen printed tee Featuring all our favourite fish screen printed on a super soft 180 GSM AS Colour Tee Mens Staple Tee - 5001 Regular fit  Crew neck  Mid weight, 180 GSM, 28-singles  100% combed cotton (marles 15% viscose)  Neck ribbing, side seamed, shoulder to shoulder tape, double needle hems, preshrunk to minimise shrinkage * Grey Marle Only Mens Staple Tee - 5001 Regular fit  Crew neck  Mid weight, 180 GSM, 28-singles  100% combed cotton (marles 15% viscose)  Neck ribbing, side seamed, shoulder to shoulder tape, double needle hems, preshrunk to minimise shrinkage Just a great Tee with a bunch on terrific fish on it

DH11 Trout Spey Rod Kit Build a premium quality two-handed Trout Spey rod with our comprehensive "Ready to Wrap" two-handed fly rod kit. The Epic DH11 Trout Spey is a state of the art carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod blank designed for two-handed fly fishing for trout of all sizes. Recommended Grain Window:4wt Trout Spey : 300-350 grains Material: Carbon Fibre (Graphite)Pieces: 4Action: Progressive. Medium fastLength: 11ft Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic fly rod blank High-quality rod tube + Premium hand sewn rod sock Premium AAA cork grip + reel seat Snake guide set, hardwearing Ion-plated guides + High-quality titanium stripper guide Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups & full instructions) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 50-page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Decals *Wrapping threads. Each kit includes white colour-fast for trims and black thread for main wraps  Specifications: Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore:  Carbon HelixLength: 11'Pieces: 4Weight: 53 gramsButt Diameter: 10.5mm Technical:  100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim.100% Uni-directional material - Non-Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non-woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super lightweight construction and superior strength.Carbon Helix.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction. Silica nano-resin. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response.Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra-high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class.Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance. Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank. All Epic blanks are designed and produced to ensure all fiber is aligned as near perfect as can be with the load Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. It's just so damn nice to cast Want a Spey but don't want to wrestle a 13 footer - this is the Trout Spey Rod for you. It will handle just about anything and is very easy to load up and cast your heart out. Fun with a capital F! Revised generation two nano-technology. Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi-modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.  Ground ferrule systemIn addition to the industry-leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary SureFit™ ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced. Sections are so precise they can be swapped out in case of breakages.

Freight-liner Skagit Lines - FLOAT Skagit heads have been around for quite some time and are one of the most popular means of delivering flies with a two-handed rod. The Floating Freightliner Skagit provides ample power to cast and turn over heavy sink tips and is designed to work in concert with our double-density TC Tips to present flies throughout the water column to salmon and steelhead. Extremely short and powerful taper for casting heavy sink tips Extended grain weights for any rod size Color change at the rear of the head Short head provides quick rod loading Suited for two-hand and switch rods Braided multifilament core FLOATING SKAGIT HEADS    SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT HEAD LENGTH 320gr/20,7g 19.0’/5,8m 360gr/23,3g 20.0’/6,1m 400gr/25,9g 21.0’/6,4m 440gr/28,5g 22.0’/6,7m 480gr/31,1g 22.0’/6,7m 520gr/33,7g 23.0’/7,0m 560gr/36,3g 23.0’/7,0m 600gr/38,9g 25.0’/7,6m 640gr/41,5g 25.0’/7,6m

The Epic Reference 5wt 580 FastGlass Fly Rod. Smoother than Barry White. Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the new 580 Reference takes it up another notch and claims the top rung on the smoothness ladder, this rod really is butter to cast. Did you say dry fly old chap?The 580 FastGlass is super versatile and super smooth. Our personal favourite, the 580 presents with grace and is the perfect presentation dry fly rod.   Our Epic™ 580 is crafted from Unidirectional S2 Glass, this material is stiffer and stronger than e-glass or standard s-glass.   Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading FastGlass™ fly rod blank Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality stripping guide Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Translucent fiberglass rod tube and rod sock Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps Finished in classic translucent Amber & matching translucent guide wraps Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies.  In Stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5  Length: 8'Pieces: 4Weight: 115 grams (4 ounces) Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5Length: 8' Pieces: 4   Weight: 115 grams (4 ounces)Total length: 2,438mm ERN: (Unwrapped): 4.8ELN: 5Optimal Grain Window: 130 - 155 Grains Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Fast Rod Weight: 112g Butt Diameter: 10.28mm Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast;  your absolute delight is guaranteed. FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry-leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next-generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8 micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  SnakeBelly™SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two-step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and durable. SureFit Ferule™Break a tip? we've got you covered  This ferule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load. Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around two weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop.

Colour Matched Fly Reel Seat Inserts Fiberglass reel seat inserted to match our FastGlass fly rod blank colours - and black. Available with or without our Epic branded black skeleton unlock hardware. These coloured seat inserts open up a ton of creative options for the rod builder. Custom wraps, logo's, decals and inscriptions can now be easily added to the reel seat on your next custom fly rod build - let your imagination run wild! O/D 17.12 mm I/D with sleeve: 14.5mm

The Boca Grande 12 Weight Glass Fly Rod Blank Come to PapaThe Boca Grande is a tip of the hat to Earnest Hemingway, Key West, the Boca Grande Channel and the stuff of legend. At only 110grams it's a Heavyweight without the heavy weight. This 100% glass 12# boasts a fast taper and is incredibly tough. (We've pulled 25kg on the Boca without a problem) *Revised GEN II material*Snake Belly finish! 12wt, 8'6" 4 Piece Unidirectional FastGlass blank Finished in Aqua Recommended line weight: #12 Length: 8'6"Pieces: 4 Recommended line weight: #12Length: 8' 6"Pieces: 4Action: Progressive / MediumTaper: FastButt Diameter: 12.25mmTip Diameter: 2.29mmBlank Weight: 110 gm - 3.8oz  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Unfair Advantage - The 590G Reference Graphene Fly Rod. Dry Fly presentations pinpoint casts and Lazer loops the 590G is the perfect 5wt technical casting rod. Surprisingly light, tight and super stealthy in our low sheen matt finish, they won't see you coming. You'll be amazed at how light and accurate this fly rod is, helping you form some of the smoothest loops you've ever experienced. Exquisitely presented and built to last using our flawless FLOR grade cork grips, a rust-proof Fuji titanium 'Tangle Free' stripping guide, industry-leading smooth casting blank and the w most beautiful and functional patented Epic® Tri reel seat. All topped off with translucent smoke grey wraps and subtle red accents. Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading graphene fly rod blank  Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality Fuji Tangle Free titanium stripping guide Corrosion proof Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in translucent smoke grey wraps and subtle red accents ActionEpic G series are Medium Fast action.  Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 90g / 3.1oZ Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon Helix CoreRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 90g / 3.1ozAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5 ELN: 5 Optimal Grain Window: 130 - 155 Grains  These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Premium Fuji Torzite® Tangle Free Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof SureFit™ ferrule system - immediate section replacement Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps in indigo blue Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Top Quality Fiji Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof Premium quality snake guides from Snake brand USA - Highly corrosion resistant  Our original design flip top rod sock - just better Cleaning cloth We believe there is no better fly rod made. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Buy with Confidence: The Epic Promise.100% Satisfaction Guarantee and Epic Lifetime Warranty 

The world's smartest fly rod blank. Advanced, High Performance Saltwater Fly. The Epic 890C is an extremely tough and responsive blank designed for salt and larger freshwater species. Revised generation two nano-technology. Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.  SnakeBelly™ Not sanded and not unsanded. Our SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and very durable. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered.  This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit. Nano ToughOur use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. As good as it getsEpic C (Carbon) series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank. Taper: FastAction: medium Fast / progressive / tip flexRecovery: FastRecommended line weight: AFTMA #8Length: 9'Pieces: 4 Taper: FastAction: Tip FlexResonant Frequency: 3.3 Hz (Recovery Speed / Fast)Lockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore:  Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #8 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 45g (1.3 oz)Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 8ELN: 8 Technical:  100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim.100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction. Silica nano-resin. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response.Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class.Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance. Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank. All Epic blanks are designed and produced to ensure all fiber is aligned as near perfect as can be with the loadTwo pack Marine Grade Paint system.Epic C series blanks are finished with a clear marine grade two pack paint system for extra protection and toughness.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Epic® 370 Studio Built Fly Rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.  Small creeks, small trout, big performance - the Epic 370. The 3 weight you don't have to babysit. Our Epic 370 is a subtle, lightweight yet very strong fly rod perfect for small trout, Cutties and Brook trout. Exquisitely handcrafted to order. Our 370 is a small, lightweight precision fly rod that boasts the same precise response, strength and quality that Epic rods are famous for.   Built using FastGlass® II - this is the 3 wt that really is one tough customer. Far stronger and robust than any Carbon Fibre (graphite) fly rod, the 370 allows you to fish very fine tippets and leaders yet have confidence in a rod that is tough and extremely robust. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Recommended Line Weight: AFTMA #3 Length: 7'Pieces: 4Colour: Olive Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #3Length: 7'Pieces: 4 Total length: 2,265mmELN: 3Optimal Grain Window: 94 - 106 GrainsEffective Line Range: AFTMA 3Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  slowTaper: Medium slowBlank Weight: 44gButt Diameter: 9.20mm   These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful.  Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere. Each Studio Built Fly Rod is skilfully handcrafted for you our customer when you order it, no two are exactly alike. Each fly rod is individually hand-crafted, balanced, inspected and tested here in our Wanaka workshop by one of our master rod builders. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids. Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load.

Back Country Streamer Wallet Carry and show off your streamers in style in our cotton canvas fly wallet Handcrafted and waterproof in waxed cotton Canvas, genuine sheepskin and hand tooled leather. Each wallet is hand cut and stitched from waxed cotton canvas and lined with lambswool. Measuring  12cm wide by 17 cm closed (4.5" x 7") Big enough to house and protect even the biggest lures and streamers. Streamer wallets have a few advantages over dropping your expensive streamers in a fly box. The open ended design and fine lambswool liner drys flies and lets them breath Flies are kept separated - No more tangled flies and hooks Easy to see and easy to grab - particularly if you have stinger hooks on your streamers They look sensational and big fish love them! Measuring 11cm wide by 17 cm long closed (4.5" x 7") Waterproof, small enough to fit in a wader pocket but capable of holding a large collection of flies

The great all rounder - The 690G The Epic 690G is an extremely light responsive 6 weight fly rod blank designed specifically for dry fly, streamer and nymph fishing. Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. LightThe 690G fly rod blank weighs an astoundingly light 38 grams ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. Includes: Epic 690G Rod Decals Satin Rod Tube Rod Sock Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Specifications Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Tip FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 9.3 mmMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #6 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 38gAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 6.6ELN: 6 Technical 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Graphene Nano Resin -  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different grades of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. G series ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technologyEpic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.

Carbon fibre fly rod from top to toe A Special Limited Edition Custom EpicDerived from our renowned Graphene G series carbon fibre fly rods and fitted with a custom woven carbon fibre grip.  The stunning Black Mamba is extremely light and durable. The carbon fibre grip is totally non-slip and smooth in the hand. A fly rod that is both light and incredibly tough! Individually numbered & dated Titanium strippers Exquisite jet-black wraps laser engraved winding check Dark Nickel Snake Brand guides Satin black Epic rod tube and rod sock Lovingly handcrafted in our Wanaka New Zealand workshop  Add your own additional inscription to make this fly rod your own! Backed by our industry-leading service and support Delivered direct to your doorWe'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Experience the Epic® difference. Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon Helix CorePieces: 4Action Angle: 70 degrees 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non-Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non-woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super lightweight construction and superior strength. 100% Carbon Helix CoreA 100% helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra-high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around five weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.  

Epic Reference 476 - 4wt fiberglass fly rod  Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the new 476  Reference takes it up another notch. Looking for a shorter fly rod to fish in tightly confined creeks but still want the backbone and pulling power of a larger rod? The 476 is the real deal. The 476 is a fast, lively, and extremely accurate fly rod perfect for small stream and spring creek fishing.  The 476 is a real pocket rocket. Our most fun casting rod (can we say that?), the 476 boxes well above its weight, easily horsing out fish in the 2 - 3 kg range (that's 3 to 6 lbs) Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading 476 FastGlass™ fly rod blank in translucent Amber Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality stripping guide Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps Natural fiberglass rod tube and rod sock Finished in stunning classic translucent Amber with matching guide wraps Our SnakeBelly™ finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies. In stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door Recommended Line Weight: AFTMA #4  Length: 7'6"Pieces: 4 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 7'6" Pieces: 4  Total length: 2,265mm ERN: (Unwrapped): 3.96 ELN: 4 Optimal Grain Window: 120 - 135 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 4 / 5 Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Medium / Fast  These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted the 476 Reference is light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast;  your absolute delight is guaranteed. FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry-leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next-generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8-micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  SnakeBelly™SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two-step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and durable. SureFit Ferule™Break a tip? we've got you covered  This ferule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load.

The Epic 1090 C Graphite Ready to Wrap Fly Rod Kit The very best componentry available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - All Epic. High-Performance Saltwater Workhorse. The 1090 C is a fast, light and extremely tough fly rod designed for medium saltwater use. Each kit includes a rustproof reel seat and guides. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #10 Length: 9'Pieces: 4 Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic fly rod blank High-quality rod tube + Premium hand sewn rod sock Premium AAA cork grip + Epic reel seat Snake guide set + High-quality titanium stripper guides Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups & full instructions) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 50-page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Decals *Wrapping threads. Each kit includes white colour-fast for trims and black thread for main wraps.  Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Mid FlexResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 10ELN: 10 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. It's a dream to cast and is built to last. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Industry-leading rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with a super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Titanium stripper guides - Corrosion proof Premium quality snake guides - Highly corrosion resistant  Our original design flip top rod sock - just better High-Quality Rod Tube cleaning cloth

5 wt Packlight backpacking fly rod building kit If James Bond had a fly rod this would be it. Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G Packlight breaks down into 6 short & very clever sections. You won't know this is a multi-piece rod until you hide it away. It utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod.  Designed for adventure6 piece design allows you to easily fit this rod into your backpack or rucksack. The tube measures 500mm (19.6 inches)Breaking down into 6 pieces and small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack. GrapheneSuper stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod. The performance advantage of Graphene nano resin. Lighter, tougher, more responsive. Incredibly light. An astounding 88 grams (3.1 ounces) Incredibly convenient. Only 500mm long (19 inches) Incredibly stealthy, Incredibly tough. Non-reflective satin finish SnakeBelly™ satin. Graphene Nano resin for unsurpassed strength and weight SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Titanium stripping guides Premium Quality Flor grade cork Matching satin finish Fiberglass rod tube Snake Belly satin graphene finish. Stealthy and chip resistant. Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic branded uplocking reel seat with color matched fiberglass insert Epic satin Graphene carbon fibre blank Epic satin fibreglass fly rod tube + hand sewn rod sock Premium quality half wells cork grip + Epic reel seat Guide set + Titanium stripper guide Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Decals *Wrapping threads. Default black thread and white trims are included but can be substituted for other stock colors on request.  Our recommendation is that the default threads work best on these black blanks. Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard carbon/epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. *INCLUDES EPIC DECALS Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 7.5mmResonant Frequency: 3.8 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 8'6"Pieces: 6Weight: 38g Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5ELN: 5 Technical 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Graphene Nano Resin -  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different grades of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. G series ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. THE MOST THOROUGH AND COMPLETE FLY ROD BUILDING KITS ON THE MARKET. Each Epic Ready To Wrap Kit contains everything you need to make a great fly rod. The very best fly rod building components available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - all Epic. No reaming, no drilling, no sanding. Too Easy.Building a great custom fly rod is no mean feat, selecting the correct matching components can be an intimidating exercise alone. Then there’s those wraps, the cork and glue... Our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod. The components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been specifically designed to work together. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seats perfectly. Easily assembled step by step.  Ground ferrule system In addition to the industry leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced. Benefits of our ground ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit. Light The 586-6G blank weighs an astoundingly light 36 grams (1.2oz) 10% lighter than our previous model and lighter than equivalent blanks by Scott or Sage. Nano Tough Our use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. As good as it gets Epic G (Carbon) series fly rod blanks are high-performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex (Orvis) or Medium fast (Sage). They are light without sacrificing strength (lighter than the equivalent Sage one). Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technology Epic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi-modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.

DH13 carbon two-handed Spey rod blank The Epic DH13 is a state of the art carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod blank designed for two-handed fishing. 3 Weights. One length. 6 PiecesAfter talking to Spey casters around the world a 13ft two-hander was clearly the most versatile and useful length for most two-handed casters. A standardized length across our range also makes line selection a comparatively easy task. *Includes Rod Tube and Rod Sock Weights:Epic two-handed blanks come in 3 different weights/power configurations:5-6 Trout6-7 Large Trout & Steelhead7-8 Salmon & large Steelhead Recommended Grain Windows:5 / 6 Trout Spey: 340 - 420 grains. 6 / 7 Large Trout & Steelhead: 420 - 480 grains. 7 / 8 Salmon & large Steelhead: 470 - 530 grains.  Revised generation two nano-technology. Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi-modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.  Ground ferrule systemIn addition to the industry-leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced. Nano ToughOur use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. Material: Carbon Fibre (Graphite)Pieces: 6Action: Progressive. Medium fastLength: 13ft all models Specifications: Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore:  Carbon HelixLength: 13'Pieces: 6Weight: 8-113g, 7-112g, 6-110gButt Diameter: 8-14.4mm. 7-14mm, 6-13.8mm 5 / 6 Trout Spey: 340 - 420 grains. 6 / 7 Large Trout & Steelhead: 420 - 480 grains. 7 / 8 Salmon & large Steelhead: 470 - 530 grains.  Technical:  100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim.100% Uni-directional material - Non-Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non-woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super lightweight construction and superior strength.Carbon Helix.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction. Silica nano-resin. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response.Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra-high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class.Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance. Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank. All Epic blanks are designed and produced to ensure all fiber is aligned as near perfect as can be with the loadTwo pack Marine Grade Paint system.Epic C series blanks are finished with a clear marine-grade two-pack paint system for extra protection and toughness.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Studio Built 4 weight Packlight - the super versatile 5 piece glass travel rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.  Head for the hills, answer the call and pack in your favourite adventure stick. We've taken our amazing 476 and reconfigured it as a 5 piece travel rod, now small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack. Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered directly to your door. Incredibly light. An astounding 72 grams (2.54 ounces) Incredibly convenient. Only 495 mm long (19.5 inches) Incredibly tough. Made from fully unidirectional S2 FastGlass The Epic™ 476 Packlight is crafted from Unidirectional S2 Glass, this material is stiffer and stronger than e-glass or standard s-glass. The 476 Packlight is a powerful and extremely accurate fly rod.  Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around four weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 7'6" Pieces: 5  Total length: 2,265mm ERN: (Unwrapped): 3.96 ELN:4Optimal Grain Window: 120 - 135 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 4 / 5 Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Fast Rod Weight: 72g (2.54 ounces) These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Each Studio Built Fly Rod is skilfully handcrafted for you our customer when you order it, no two are exactly alike.Each fly rod is individually hand-crafted, balanced, inspected and tested here in our Wanaka workshop by one of our master rod builders. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry-leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next-generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8 micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  SnakeBelly™SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two-step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and durable. SureFit Ferule™Break a tip? we've got you covered  This ferule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section. Handcrafted one at a time - especially for youChoose the options you'd like on your Epic fly rod and we'll build it for you with tender loving care right here in our Wanaka Studio. Each Studio built fly rod is handcrafted specifically for you from start to finish and each is identified by a unique laser engraved winding check registered against your name in our owners' database. Make it personalAdd your name or inscription and we'll hand paint it on your fly rod.  WorkmanshipThe level of craftsmanship on each Epic fly rod is unrivalled. You will not see a better-built fly rod anywhere, better components, better workmanship, better attention to detail. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load. Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around two weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to your door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Tough, Light, Responsive. The 590G A little faster and a little stiffer than it's 590C cousin. The Epic 590G is an extremely light responsive 5 weight fly rod blank designed specifically for dry fly, emerger and light nymph fishing for small to medium sized trout.  Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. LightThe 590G fly rod blank weighs an astoundingly light 36 grams ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. Includes: Epic 590G Rod Decals Satin Rod Tube Rod Sock Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Specifications Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Tip FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 9.18mmMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 36gAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5.6ELN: 5 Technical 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Graphene Nano Resin -  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different grades of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. G series ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technologyEpic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.

Refererence 5 wt Packlight backpacking fly rod Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance. If James Bond had a fly rod this would be it. Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G Packlight breaks down into 6 short & very clever sections. You won't know this is a multi-piece rod until you hide it away. It utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod. Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered direct to your door. Breaking down into 6 pieces and small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack. GrapheneSuper stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 586G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive fly rod. The performance advantage of Graphene nano resin. Lighter, tougher, more responsive. Incredibly light. An astounding 88 grams (3.1 ounces) Incredibly convenient. Only 500mm long (19 inches) Experience the Epic® difference Industry leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around four weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to you door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies. Finished in smoke grey translucent wraps with contrasting red trims. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 8'6" Pieces: 6  Section & Tube  length: 460mm (18 inches)ERN: (Unwrapped): 5.5ELN:5Optimal Grain Window: 130 - 146 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 5 Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Fast Rod Weight: 88g (3.1 ounces) These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Each Studio Built Fly Rod is skilfully handcrafted for you our customer when you order it, no two are exactly alike.Each fly rod is individually hand-crafted, balanced, inspected and tested here in our Wanaka workshop by one of our master rod builders. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Delivered direct to your doorWe've cut out the middle man meaning you get more fly rod for your money Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

The world's smartest fly rod blank.Advanced, High Performance Saltwater Fly. The Epic 1090C is an extremely tough and responsive blank designed for saltwater fly fishing. Revised generation two nano-technology. Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available. As good as it getsEpic C (Carbon) series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank. Taper: FastAction: progressive / tip flexRecovery: FastRecommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4 Taper: FastAction: Tip FlexResonant Frequency: 3.3 Hz (Recovery Speed / Fast)Lockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 50g (1.76 oz)Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 10ELN: 10 Technical: 100% Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim.100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers. A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength.Carbon Helix.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction. Silica nano-resin. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response.Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class.Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance. Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank. All Epic blanks are designed and produced to ensure all fiber is aligned as near perfect as can be with the loadTwo pack Marine Grade Paint system.Epic C series blanks are finished with a clear marine grade two pack paint system for extra protection and toughness. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. SnakeBelly™ Not sanded and not unsanded. Our SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and very durable.   Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit. Nano ToughOur use of Silica nano-resin makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank.

The 480G fly rod building kit Light, tight and super stealthy. You'll be amazed at how light and accurate this fly rod is, helping you form some of the smoothest loops you've ever experienced. The Epic® 480G is a 4 weight custom-tuned, light, and highly responsive fly rod designed for technical dry fly, emerger and nymph fishing for smaller trout, natives and Brookies.  The world's smartest fly rod building kit Each Epic Ready To Wrap fly rod building kit contains everything you need to make a great fly rod. The very best fly rod building components available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - all Epic. Each Kit contains: Genuine Epic branded reel seat Epic satin Graphene carbon fibre blank  Epic satin fibreglass fly rod tube + hand sewn rod sock Premium quality slim wells cork grip + Epic reel seat Guide set + Titanium stripper guide Glue kit (preloaded syringes, grip & tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups) China-graph marking pencil + Rod stands Comprehensive 42-page build book with step by step instructions Stickers / Decals *Wrapping threads. Default threads are included, but can be substituted for other stock colors on request.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Specifications Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 7.5mmResonant Frequency: 3.8 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 8'Pieces: 4Weight: 36g / 1.2 ozAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 4ELN: 4 Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferrule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high-performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. Technical Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard carbon/epoxy resin construction. 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch-resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. THE MOST THOROUGH AND COMPLETE FLY ROD BUILDING KITS ON THE MARKET. Each Epic Ready To Wrap Kit contains everything you need to make a great fly rod. The very best fly rod building components available, all designed to fit together seamlessly. No Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - all Epic. The components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been specifically designed to work together. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seats perfectly. Easily assembled step by step.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Meet the very lucky Epic 888 FastGlass™ fly rod Our mighty 888 was designed specifically for chasing Bonefish but is just at home wrangling big freshwater species like Carp, Pike and monster Muskie too. Given there’s not a flat where the wind doesn’t blow we’ve given the 888 an extra powerful butt section, strong tip and fast recovery rate to help punch a line out into those skinny water breezes.  The easy casting soul and incredible strength of Epic S2 FastGlass™ Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading FastGlass II fly rod blank  Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality Fuji titanium stripping guide Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps natural fiberglass rod tube & rod sock Electric Blue colourway In stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door Recommended AFFTA line weight: #8 Length: 8' 8"Pieces: 4 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended grain window at 30ft: 202 - 218 GRAINS. 13 - 14 GRAMSRecommended AFFTA line weight: #8Length: 8' 8"Pieces: 4Action: Progressive / FastTaper: Fast Butt Diameter: 12.26mmTip Diameter: 2.12mmRod Weight: 150 grams These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod is as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. S2 FastGlass™ - not your papa’s fiberglass fly rodEpic™ blanks are made to exacting standards using a proprietary Unidirectional S2-glass composite. Unlike other fiberglass fly rods, this material features a fully unidirectional fibre layup which aligns fibres longitudinally along the blank where they are most needed. This recipe rolled to our Epic tapers combine silky smooth loading with trophy pulling power that we call FastGlass™. The result is an incredibly strong, light and powerful tube with a crisp, precise response.

Advanced, High-Performance Fly Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance. The Epic 890C is a custom-tuned, advanced, tough, and highly responsive fly rod. A premium quality carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod that is light, silky smooth and incredibly tough. Pinpoint accuracy and low swing weight make this eight a dream casting machine. Experience the Epic® difference Industry leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your doorOnce ordered it usually takes around four weeks to build your new fly rod, then we deliver priority tracked and insured courier direct to you door. We'll email you with tracking info as your rod leaves our studio workshop. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #8Length: 9'Pieces: 4 We believe there is no better fly rod made. Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Taper: FastAction: Fast  Lockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #8Length: 9'Pieces: 4Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 8 ELN: 8  It's the 8 wt that feels like a 6. Light, yet tough and & incredibly responsive - this will be your go-to Bonefish and Trevally rod. The Epic Action.Epic C series would best be described as Medium Fast in action. Epic C series are light without sacrificing strength. ToughOur use of 100% non-woven fibre and Silica nano matrix technology makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Premium Fuji Torzite® Tangle Free Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof SureFit™ ferrule system - immediate section replacement Flor Grade Premium Cork grip Featuring Indigo Blue Japanese silk wraps Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with a super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Titanium stripper guides - Corrosion proof Premium quality snake guides from Snake brand USA - Highly corrosion resistant  Our original design flip top rod sock - just better High-Quality Rod Tube cleaning cloth We believe there is no better fly rod made. Buy with Confidence: The Epic Promise.100% Satisfaction Guarantee and Epic Lifetime Warranty   Features 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non-Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non-woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super lightweight construction and superior strength. 100% Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Silica-nano technology / Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from the USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra-high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

Give the Gift of Choice No Delays, No Shipping. The Perfect Fly Fishing Gift On Time Every Time - Instant Delivery! Looking for the perfect gift for the Fly Angler in your life? Give them the gift of choice with a gift card. Gift cards are delivered by email from you directly from our website and contain instructions to redeem them at checkout. Gift cards are charged and redeemed on our stores base currency - $US For customers outside of the USA you can still shop and check-out in your native currency, our store does the conversion for you. Shopping for someone else (or yourself) but not sure exactly what to choose?Not sure what to get? Length, color or size?  It's very easy with an Epic Gift Card. You give - they choose! Schedule a Time to Send!You can even prescheduled  time / day / date that you would like your Gift Card delivered What is this?Gift Cards are delivered to you the purchaser by email and contain simple instructions to redeem them at checkout for products in our store. Each gift card features a unique code. Your gift card can also be printed out and gifted to the recipient, or it can be emailed to them immediately. Need Help? - drop us a line and we'll help you or your gift card recipient choose. How does it Work? Simple, you purchase the gift card you would like to give and check out just like you would for any online purchase. Our system will send you an email the recipient your gift card with your custom message. (That gift card has a unique voucher code on it) The recipient uses the voucher code to redeem against the purchase of their choice. Questions: Gift Cards work just like cash Any unspent balance can be used later Purchases can be topped up with cash, credit card or Paypal for larger purchases Customers can check their balance by visiting the unique gift card link sent via email Gift Cards have no additional processing fees. Purchase in your native currency to be redeemed at any time.Any questions or problems, just email us

DH11 Trout Spey Rod Blank The Epic DH11 Trout Spey is a state of the art carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod blank designed for two handed fly fishing for trout of all sizes. Recommended Grain Window:4wt Trout Spey : 300-350 grains Material: Carbon Fibre (Graphite)Pieces: 4Action: Progressive. Medium fastLength: 11ft*Includes rod sock and tube Revised generation two nano-technology. Epic C series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary nano-resins, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available.  Ground ferrule systemIn addition to the industry-leading technology used in each of our blanks, Epic carbon fibre fly rod blanks feature our proprietary SureFit™ ground ferrule system. Each male ferrule is hand-ground to perfectly fit the female section of the blank. Female sections are all internally reinforced. Sections are so precise they can be swapped out in case of breakages. Specifications: Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore:  Carbon HelixLength: 11'Pieces: 4Weight: 53 gramsButt Diameter: 10.5mm Technical:  100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim.100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength.Carbon Helix.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction. Silica nano-resin. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response.Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class.Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance. Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank. All Epic blanks are designed and produced to ensure all fiber is aligned as near perfect as can be with the loadTwo pack Marine Grade Paint system.Epic C series blanks are finished with a clear marine grade two pack paint system for extra protection and toughness.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

The world's smartest 4 wt fly rod blank Graphene. Tough, Light, Responsive. The Epic 480G is an extremely light responsive 4 weight fly rod blank designed specifically for dry fly, emerger and light nymph fishing for small to medium sized trout. Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. LightThe 480G fly rod blank weighs an astoundingly light 26 grams ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. *BLANK INCLUDES EPIC DECALS Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Specifications Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 7.5mmResonant Frequency: 3.8 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 8'Pieces: 4Weight: 26gAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 4ELN: 4 Technical 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Graphene Nano Resin -  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different grades of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. G series ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technologyEpic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.

Scientific Angler TC Textured Tip Complete Kit System 12 foot. 160 Gr kit. 5 sink rates Makes Skagit tip selection easy! When you’re swinging a fly for salmon or steelhead using a two-handed rod, controlling the depth and speed of the fly is paramount. That’s why we created the Third Coast Textured Spey Tips. The TC Tip system is a revolutionary approach to Spey tips, as they’re the industry’s first truly tapered, fully textured, double-density sinking tips. Available in a multitude of densities to get the fly just where you need it. The world’s first tapered, textured multi-density Spey tips Shooting Texturing reduces friction, allowing for easier pick-ups of sinking tips Tapered design aids in turning over flies at any distance Suited for two-hand and switch rods Sink Rates: Int./Sink 2 = 1.25/2.0 Ips Sink 2/Sink 4 = 2.0/4.0 Ips Sink 3/Sink 5 = 3.0/5.0 Ips Sink 7 = 7.0 Ips

586G-6 6 piece Packlight backpacking 5 wt fly rod blank Designed for adventure6 piece design allows you to easily fit this rod into your backpack or rucksack. The tube measures 500mm (19.6 inches) Graphene. Tough, Light, Responsive. The Epic 580G-6 is an extremely light responsive 5 weight multi-piece fly rod blank designed specifically for dry fly, emerger and light nymph fishing for small to medium sized trout. Graphene Tough Our use of Graphene nano-resin makes for an extremely tough, lightweight and extremely responsive blank. 5% stronger than standard epoxy resin construction. Stealthy Satin SnakeBelly™ Finish Our Satin SnakeBelly™ finish is produced by a unique radial production process. SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible with a super low sheen satin finish. Sure Fit Ferule™ Break a tip? we've got you covered. This ferule system is so precise that parts interchange between models. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section to the manufacturer or outlet where you purchased from. Breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. LightThe 586G-6 fly rod blank weighs an astoundingly light 38 grams  ActionEpic G Series fly rod blanks are high performance fishing tools. The lockup point develops in the top third of the blank, and although recovery rates are fast, the Epic G series would best be described as Mid Flex and Medium fast. They are light without sacrificing strength. *BLANK INCLUDES EPIC DECALS Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Specifications Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdButt Diameter: 7.5mmResonant Frequency: 3.8 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: VeroCore Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5Length: 8'6"Pieces: 6Weight: 38g Action Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5ELN: 5 Technical 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super light weight construction and superior strength. Carbon Helix Core.The helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Graphene Nano Resin -  Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic G series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different grades of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. G series ultra high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Stealthy Snakebelly Satin Finish.Incredibly tough and scratch resistant   Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Graphene nano-technologyEpic G (Graphene) series are a state of the art fly rod blank. The most sophisticated composite materials and production processes are used in their construction. Proprietary Graphene nano-resin, full Helical construction, multi modulus, and unidirectional carbon fibre - We believe this is the most sophisticated fly rod blank available. Benefits of our Sure Fit Ferrule system: A secure positive fit eliminates knocks Smoother energy transfer Eliminates flat spots Non slip - reduces twisting due to torque Internally reinforced ferrules - eliminates ferrule fracture Durable & scratch resistant Gets better with use Precise fit, sections are interchangeable, in the case of tip breakages replacement sections can be sent out immediately. No need to return the blank for a fit.

Reference 4 weight Packlight, the super versatile 5-piece glass travel rod Head for the hills, answer the call and pack in your favourite adventure stick. We've taken our amazing 476 and reconfigured it as a 5 piece travel rod, now small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack.  Incredibly light. An astounding 72 grams (2.54 ounces) Incredibly convenient. Only 495 mm long (19.5 inches) Incredibly tough. Made from fully unidirectional S2 FastGlass The Epic™ 476 Packlight is crafted from Unidirectional S2 Glass, this material is stiffer and stronger than e-glass or standard s-glass. The 476 Packlight is a powerful and extremely accurate fly rod.  Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build Premium quality stripping guides (Titanium, or hard chrome depending on model) Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Alignment dots for easy assembly Personalised inscription  Laser engraved winding check proving authenticity & ownership  Exquisite Japanese silk thread wraps Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Painstakingly handcrafted in our Wanaka workshop ensuring quality and durability Superior service and ongoing customer support  Proudly handcrafted to order for you in New Zealand Delivered direct to your door Recommended line weight: AFTMA #4 Length: 7'6" Pieces: 5  Total length: 2,265mm ERN: (Unwrapped): 3.96 ELN:4Optimal Grain Window: 120 - 135 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 4 / 5 Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium  Taper: Fast Rod Weight: 72g (2.54 ounces) These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. FastGlass II™All Epic "Glass" rods are produced from industry-leading 8 micron Unidirectional S-2 Glass. This next-generation fiber is specifically engineered for fly rod production and features 8 micron fibers developed and produced in the USA. These fibres are almost half the diameter of other unidirectional materials, resulting in tighter, more precise and stronger fly rods.  SnakeBelly™SnakeBelly™ delivers the toughest exterior finish possible. After production, blanks are first painted and then clear coated. This two-step process produces blanks that are incredibly scratch resistant and durable. SureFit Ferule™Break a tip? we've got you covered  This ferule system is so precise that breakages can be addressed by simply sending out the replacement part. Gone are the days of having to return a broken section. WorkmanshipThe level of craftsmanship on each Epic fly rod is unrivalled. You will not see a better-built fly rod anywhere, better components, better workmanship, and better attention to detail. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load. Delivered direct to your door Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.

SPEY LITE SKAGIT HEAD Designed for light double-handed duty and with a short, powerful taper, the Lite Skagit is ideal for smaller streams and trout Spey applications. Available in grain weights from 150-360, this two-colored shooting features a black marker at the end of the head that serves as a visible notification on where to begin your cast. Works perfectly with our SONAR Sinking Leaders and textured TC Tips. From dredging for steelhead to swinging streamers for trout, the Skagit Lite is Spey on a smaller scale. Ultra-short head for turning over heavy tips with light two-handed rods Tip recommendations: 150-210 grains – SONAR leaders 240-300 grains – 8’ TC Tips 330-420 grains – 8’ or 10’ TC Tips Lines can be used with single-handed rods as well Colour: Horizon / Black / Horizon. * SA SKAGIT LITE XXX GR F (X = line weight) WEIGHT HEAD LENGTH TOTAL LENGTH GRAIN WEIGHT 150 GRAIN 11’ / 3,4m 100’ / 30,5m 150gr / 9,8g 180 GRAIN 11’ / 3,4m 100’ / 30,5m 180gr / 11,7g 210 GRAIN 12’ / 3,7m 100’ / 30,5m 210gr / 13,6g 240 GRAIN 13’ / 4,0m 100’ / 30,5m 240gr / 15,6g 270 GRAIN 14’ / 4,3m 100’ / 30,5m 270gr / 17,5g 300 GRAIN 15.5’ / 4,7m 100’ / 30,5m 300gr / 19,4g 330 GRAIN 17’ / 5,2m 100’ / 30,5m 330gr / 21,4g 360 GRAIN 18’ / 5,5m 100’ / 30,5m 360gr / 23,3g

Your Unfair Advantage - The 590G Reference Graphene Fly Rod, Fly Reel & Fly line Combo Our renowned Epic 590G fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with an Epic 5wt WF fly line & quality gel spun backing ready to fish! Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the new 590G (Graphene) Reference takes it up another notch. Dry Fly presentations pinpoint casts and Lazer loops the 590G is the perfect 5wt technical casting rod. Surprisingly light, tight and super stealthy in our low sheen matt finish, they won't see you coming. You'll be amazed at how light and accurate this fly rod is, helping you form some of the smoothest loops you've ever experienced. The Epic® 590G is a light and highly responsive fly rod designed specifically for precise dry fly and nymph presentations. Exquisitely presented and built to last using our flawless FLOR grade cork grips, a rust-proof Fuji titanium 'Tangle Free' stripping guide, industry-leading smooth casting blank and the worlds most beautiful and functional patented Epic® Tri reel seat. All topped off with translucent smoke grey wraps and subtle red accents. Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 590G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive carbon fiber (graphite) fly rod. The Epic Promise. Buy with Confidence: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, Epic Lifetime Warranty & our "Love it or Return it" 30 day guarantee. Shipping immediately - delivered direct to your door. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading graphene fly rod blank  Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality Fuji Tangle Free titanium stripping guide Corrosion proof Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in translucent smoke grey wraps and subtle red accents Our SnakeBelly™ Satin finish is scratch and chip resistant making for an extremely tough and durable fly rod that is less prone to stress fractures caused by collisions with weighted flies. Finished in stunning smoke grey translucent wraps with contrasting red trims. ActionEpic G series are Medium Fast action.  Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 90g / 3.1oZ Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast  / Mid FlexLockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon Helix CoreRecommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 90g / 3.1ozAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 5 ELN: 5 Optimal Grain Window: 130 - 155 Grains  These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent Japanese silk wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Better ComponentsEach handcrafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:  Premium Fuji Torzite® Tangle Free Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof SureFit™ ferrule system - immediate section replacement Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reinforced ferrule system Sure-Fit™ ferrule system. Makes section replacements simple Helical wound core construction - light while giving superior strength SnakeBelly™ finish with super hard gloss coat to protect your rod Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps in indigo blue Finest quality Portuguese cork grip Top Quality Fiji Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof Premium quality snake guides from Snake brand USA - Highly corrosion resistant  Our original design flip top rod sock - just better Cleaning cloth We believe there is no better fly rod made. 100%  Carbon Construction.The carbon helix core boasts true 100% carbon construction. These blanks contain no scrim. 100% Uni-directional material - Non Woven.Super light-weight construction and superior strength. Non woven Uni-directional material is up to 40% stronger than traditional woven material commonly used by fly rod manufacturers.  A non woven fiber can achieve 100% of its tensile and compressive loading. Unidirectional material affords super lightweight construction and superior strength. 100% Carbon Helix CoreA 100% helical core forms the basis for hoop strength and fibre support in the zero/longitudinal axis and does away with traditional scrim based construction.  Silica-nano technology. Super Low Resin Systems.Utilising materials with resin content up to 30% less than conventional materials, Epic C series blanks are lighter and stronger. Low resin materials help increase bending limits & overall response. Multi Carbon Construction (Multi modulus).Using only the highest quality fabrics from the USA, Japan and Korea, up to five different types of carbon are used in each blank. Each type is placed at various parts of the blank to optimize strength and weight. Ultra-high modulus fibre boasts the highest tensile and compressive strength of any fibre in its class. Internal High Strength Ferrule.A high strength internal ferrule is placed at each join to provide superior crush and split resistance.  Target Zero Fibre Alignment.Fibre alignment along the length of any blank is critical. Even the smallest deviation in fibre alignment from the axis of load will greatly reduce the strength of the blank.  Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Buy with Confidence: The Epic Promise.100% Satisfaction Guarantee and Epic Lifetime Warranty 

Trouble, meet El Bandido, the Epic Reference Series 10wt fiberglass fly rod One tough customer. At 8' for a 10# the Epic Bandit is the perfect weapon for wrangling tough species like Pike, Bass, Snook, Baby Tarpon and Musky. Titanium stripper guides and alloy reel seats mean the Bandit is a saltwater beast.  The Bandit is an amazing casting machine and about as much fun as you can have with your pants on.  A specialist tactical fly rod, the Bandit makes short work of large species in confined situations and is great for Kayak fishing. Experience the Epic® difference Industry-leading FastGlass II fly rod blank  Stunning FLOR grade cork grip Hard anodised Epic reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service Premium quality Fuji titanium stripping guides Corrosion proof black Ion-plated snake guides SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly ™ Finish Superior service and ongoing customer support Finished in matching translucent wraps Natural fiberglass rod tube & rod sock NEW Ice colourway In stock and ready to be delivered direct to your door Recommended line weight: #10 Length: 8'Pieces: 4 Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you. Recommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 8'Pieces: 4Effective Line Range:  AFTMA   8 / 9 / 10Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium FastTaper: FastAA: (Action Angle): 65° Blank Weight: 82gm - 2.9oz  These are the smoothest, most beautiful fly rods you’ll ever cast. Purposefully designed and exquisitely handcrafted using only the very best components available. Premium quality stripping guides exquisitely finished in translucent wraps, each wrap incredibly strong and stunningly beautiful. Every grip is of premium FLOR grade Portuguese cork traced from the source; a more perfect grip you will not find anywhere. No aspect is overlooked, each fly rod is as perfect as we can make it and of heirloom quality. You’ll be passing this fly rod on to your kids.Light in the hand and an absolute pleasure to cast; There is simply no better fly rod made - and your absolute delight is guaranteed. Built Epic ToughEpic glass rods are incredibly tough. Our S2 FastGlass II has a far higher strength-to-weight ratio than Carbon fibre (graphite) rods. Epic FastGlass rods can endure more acute and severe bends than the equivalent Carbon fibre or even regular S2 glass, tip sections are stronger and far less susceptible to breakages due to high-sticking and problematic rod angles when pulling against load.