

Guides Choice
from $149.99
$200.00
The Smith Guide's Choice has been reimagined to exceed the needs of our most demanding customers. Incorporating our most advanced eyewear technologies, this style boasts wide temples and an aggressive wrap for superior light protection. Add to that premium Italian spring hinges, megol nose and temple pads, a detachable sunglass leash, and ChromaPop or Techlite lenses, the Guide's Choice is engineered for those that truly believe in the life outside walls.Vision • Lightweight, scratch-resistant Techlite™ polarized glass lenses cut glare • ChromaPop+™ lenses are polarized to cut glare, and they enhance contrast and natural color to make the details pop • ChromaPop™ Glass polarized lenses cut glare and enhance color and contrast while being highly scratch-resistant • Smudge and moisture resistant coating for easy cleaning and clear optics • Anti-reflective coating improves clarity and reduces eye strain • 100% UV protectionFit / Integration • Medium-large fit, medium-large coverage • 8-base lens curvature offers a wraparound fit • Megol temple and nose pads provide non-slip grip so glasses stay put • Spring hinges self adjust to your face for a snug, comfortable fit
Included: • Integrated, detachable sunglass leash • Hard case • Microfiber bag
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Studio DH11 Trout Spey
$1,350.00
Studio Built DH11 Trout Spey Rod
Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.
The stunning 411 Trout Spey Rod. Call it a switch rod, short spey, or trout spey - we call it the perfect two hander for swinging for trout of all sizes.
The Epic DH11 Trout Spey is built upon our state of the art carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod blank.
Light in the hand, incredibly responsive and a joy to cast. Finished in indigo blue trims with white accents. The 411 features our renowned premium quality cork grips, 2 dark titanium stripper guides with Japanese SiC inserts and Snake Brand dark nickel snakes.
Each 411 comes in our flip top cotton drill rod sock and translucent rod tube. Lifetime Guarantee.
Recommended Grain Window:4wt Trout Spey : 300-350 grains
Material: Carbon Fibre (Graphite)Pieces: 4Action: Progressive. Medium fastLength: 11ft*Includes rod sock and glass fiber tube
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.
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.
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!


Reference 4wt 476 FastGlass Fly Rod Combo
$833.99
$980.95
Epic Reference 476 - 4wt fiberglass fly rod, fly reel & fly line combo
Our renowned Epic 476 fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 4wt DT presentation 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 customization 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 directly 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.


Studio 5wt 586-6 G Packlight Backpacking Fly Rod
$1,100.00
Studio Built 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.


Reference DH11 Trout Spey
$595.95
$995.95
Reference DH11 Trout Spey Rod
Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.
The stunning 411 Trout Spey Rod. Call it a switch rod, short spey, or trout spey - we call it the perfect two hander for swinging for trout of all sizes.
The Epic DH11 Trout Spey is built upon our state of the art carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod blank.
Light in the hand, incredibly responsive and a joy to cast. Finished in indigo blue trims with white accents. The 411 features our renowned premium quality cork grips, 2 dark titanium stripper guides with Japanese SiC inserts and Snake Brand dark nickel snakes.
Each 411 comes in our flip top cotton drill rod sock and translucent rod tube. Lifetime Guarantee.
Recommended Grain Window:4wt Trout Spey : 300-350 grains
Material: Carbon Fibre (Graphite)Pieces: 4Action: Medium - Fast / Mid FlexLength: 11ft*Includes rod sock and glass fiber tube
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.
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.
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!


Epic Reference 4wt Packlight Fly Rod Combo
$980.95
$1,155.85
Epic Reference 476 Packlight Backpacking 4wt fly rod, fly reel & fly line combo
Our renowned Epic 476 Packlight fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 4wt DT presentation fly line & quality gel spun backing ready to fish!
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.


8wt 888 Reference FastGlass Fly Rod Combo
$1,078.95
$1,275.85
Meet the very lucky Epic 888
888 Fly Rod + Backcountry Fly Reel & Line Combo
The stunning Reference Series 888 fly rod matched with our 7/8 Backcountry fly reel & Scientific Anglers MPX WF general purpose 8wt fly line spooled up and ready to go!
Our mighty 888 was designed specifically for chasing Bonefish but is just at home wrangling large 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 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 colour-way
Includes our Epic translucent glass rod tube and unique flip top rod sock
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
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.
Hand crafted one at a time.Each Epic fly rod is specifically hand made for you as it is ordered. Please allow two to three weeks for us to do an Epic job for you. We’ll be in touch with a build time and shipping details as soon as we receive your order.
Each Epic fly rod features:
FastGlass™ fly rod blank with internally reenforced ferule system
High quality fiberglass rod tube in satin black
Premium hand sewn rod sock.
cleaning cloth.
Finest quality Portuguese cork grip.
Full cork fighting butt with composite cork end (no cheap close cell foam)
Epic reel seat in either black or Titanium finish.
Guide set (Snake brand Universal guides USA)
Premium quality Titanium stripper guides.
Our signature Epic Ghost Wraps in premium Japanese silk with fine one turn pinstripe midway over each guide foot


Reference 6wt 690G Fly Rod Combo
$985.99
$1,159.95
The Versatile All-rounder. The 690G Reference Graphene Fly Rod, Fly Reel & Fly Line Combo
Our renowned Epic 690G fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 6wt 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 690G (Graphene) Reference takes it up another notch.
The 690G is the perfect streamer slinger and excels at throwing large terrestrials, buggers and weighted nymphs.
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® 690G is a light and highly responsive fly rod designed as ‘the great all-rounder’. Dries, big terrestrials, weighted nymphs, streamers, woolly buggers and light saltwater work - the 690G is designed to handle it all.
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 world's 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 690G 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 directly 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.
Tough Our use of 100% non-woven fibre and Graphene nano matrix technology makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive fly rod.
Recommended line weight: AFTMA #6
Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 93g / 3.2oz
Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.
Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Tip FlexLockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #6Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 93g / 3.2ozAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 6.4ELN: 6 Optimal Grain Window: 150 - 170 Grains
Better ComponentsEach Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:
We believe there is no better fly rod made.
Buy with Confidence: The Epic Promise.100% Satisfaction Guarantee and Epic Lifetime Warranty
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.


Studio 10wt 1090C Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$1,100.00
Your saltwater workhorse
Tough, light and incredibly versatile. The Epic 1090 C is a custom tuned, tough, and highly responsive fly rod designed for saltwater fly fishing
A premium quality carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod that is light, silky smooth and incredibly tough.
Rust proof Titanium stripping guides, hard anodised alloy reel seat - this rod will outlast you.
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 #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4
The Epic Action.Epic C series would best be described as Medium Fast in action. Epic C Series are light without sacrificing strength.
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 #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 120 gramsAction Angle: 73 degreesERN: 10ELN: 10
It's a dream to cast and is built to last.
Better ComponentsEach hand crafted Epic carbon fibre fly rod boasts the very finest components available:
Silica nano matrix fly rod blank with internally reenforced ferule 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
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
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 light weight 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 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.
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AMPLITUDE SMOOTH INFINITY
$99.95
THE GO-TO FLY LINE FOR ALL FRESHWATER SPECIES
The Amplitude Smooth series of lines are, simply put, the highest-performance smooth fly lines in the world. With up to five times less drag and eight times the durability of traditional lines, this will change the way you look at fly line performance.
The conventional wisdom in fly fishing is that there’s no such thing as a “do it all” freshwater line. We have something to say about that. The Amplitude Smooth Infinity has the power to bomb out streamers, yet retains delicacy for dry flies. It mends like an absolute dream, and delivers flies at all distances. Built a half-size heavy, with a long head and substantial front taper, it’s perfect for everything from trout and panfish to pike and steelhead. There’s a reason we call it the Infinity: there is no end to what you’ll be able to do with it.
Features the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive for superior shooting ability and increased durability
Extremely versatile general-purpose taper designed for most freshwater species; an excellent fly line for trout, grayling, panfish, bass, carp, steelhead, salmon, and pike
Made a half-size heavy to load fast-action rods, but works well with a variety of rod actions
Extended head length for long-distance casts and superior mending ability
Excellent for dry flies, nymphs, and streamers
Available in two color schemes: standard and camo; the camo scheme features a mottled front taper for increased stealth
For use in moderate and cold climates
Braided multifilament core
SA AMP SMTH INFNTY WF X F (X = line weight)

Fly Line Dressing - Scientific Anglers
$10.95
S.A. Fly Line Dressing & Pad
Imagine how dirty your car is right now. Multiply that by 10 and thats how dirty your fly line probably is. Grab a bottle of our Fly Line Dressing and give that nice line who works so hard for you the bath it deserves. Comes with a cleaning pad.
Advanced formulation that lasts longer and stays on your line longer than any other dressing,
contains advanced lubricants easy to apply streamside.
Use line immediately after application
Improves floatabilty for easier pickup and mending.
A must have addition to maximise Scientific Anglers AST coated flylines.


Reference DH13 Two Handed Spey Rod
$695.00
$1,195.95
Reference 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.


Reference 12wt The Boca Grande Fly Rod
$671.99
$895.95
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
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Reference 5wt 580 FastGlass Fly Rod Combo
$833.99
$980.95
The Epic Reference 5wt 580 FastGlass Fly Rod, Fly Reel & Fly Line Combo
Our renowned Epic 580 FastGlass fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 5wt DT presentation fly line & quality gel spun backing ready to fish!
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)
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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
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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.


Studio 6wt 690G Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$1,100.00
Advanced, High-Performance Fly. The 690G Graphene fly rod.
Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.
The 690G (Graphene) takes it up another notch. 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® 690G is a 6 weight custom-tuned, light, and highly responsive fly rod designed as ‘the great all-rounder’. Dries, big terrestrials, weighted nymphs, streamers, woolly buggers and light saltwater work - the 690G is designed to handle it all.
Super stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 690G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive carbon fiber (graphite) fly rod.
Experience the Epic® difference
Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build
Premium quality stripping guide Fuji tangle-free Titanium
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.
The Epic Action. Epic G series are a medium-fast action Fly rod. Epic G series are light without sacrificing strength.
Tough Our use of 100% non-woven fibre and Graphene nano matrix technology makes for a very tough, lightweight and extremely responsive fly rod.
Recommended line weight: AFTMA #6
Length: 9'
Pieces: 4
Weight: 93g / 3.2oz
Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.
Taper: Medium / FastAction: Medium Fast / Tip FlexLockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #6Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 93g / 3.2ozAction Angle: 70 degreesERN: 6.4ELN: 6 Optimal Grain Window: 150 - 170 Grains
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
Graphene 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 Ion snake guides - Highly corrosion resistant
cleaning cloth
We believe there is no better fly rod made.
Buy with Confidence: The Epic Promise.100% Satisfaction Guarantee and Epic Lifetime Warranty
Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.


Reference 4wt 480G Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$495.00
$895.00
Your Unfair Advantage - The 480G Reference Graphene Fly Rod.
Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the new 480G (Graphene) Reference takes it up another notch.
Dry Fly presentations pinpoint casts and Lazer loops the 480G is the perfect 4wt 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® 480G 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 world's 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 480G 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 directly 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 #4 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: 4 ELN: 4
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


Studio 5wt 590G Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$1,100.00
High-Performance Fly. The Ultimate 5 weight Fly Rod.
Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.
Your unfair advantage. The Epic® 590G is a 5 weight custom-tuned, light, and highly responsive fly rod designed for technical dry fly, emerger and nymph fishing for trout of all sizes.
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.
Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered directly to your door.
Experience the Epic® difference
Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build
Fuji titanium "tangle-free" stripping guide
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.
Recommended line weight: AFTMA #5 Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 90g / 3.1oz
Premium Fuji Torzite® Tangle Free Titanium Guides - Corrosion proof
SureFit™ ferrule system - immediate section replacement
Flor Grade Premium Cork grip
The smooth operator.Incredibly smooth loading and unloading the 590G will help shape some of the nicest loops you've ever cast.
Studio Built. Handcrafted, One at a Time.Each Epic Custom is handcrafted specifically for you from start to finish here in our studio workshop - no detail is overlooked. When purchasing one of our carbon fibre rods you can be confident that you are investing in premium engineering, componentry and craftsmanship.
The Epic Action.Epic G series would best be described as Medium Fast in action. Epic G 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.
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.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.
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
Stunning Japanese Silk thread wraps
Finest quality Portuguese cork grip
Top Quality Fiji Torzite 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
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Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.


Studio 4wt 480G Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$1,100.00
The Studio Built 480G 4wt fly rod
Studio Built™ Custom - Our premium fly rod offering. The pinnacle of craftsmanship and performance.
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. Exquisitely handcrafted to order and delivered directly to your door.
GrapheneSuper stealthy in our non-reflective satin SnakeBelly™ finish, the 480G utilises industry-leading Graphene nano resins to help create a lighter, stronger more responsive 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 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 #4 Length: 8'Pieces: 4 Section & Tube length: 640mm (25 inches)ERN: (Unwrapped): 4.5ELN:4Optimal Grain Window: 114 - 126 Grains Effective Line Range: AFTMA 4Action: Progressive / Mid Flex / Medium Taper: Fast Rod Weight: 76g (2.6 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 beautifully. 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 you money
Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.


Reference 3wt 370 FastGlass Fly Rod Combo
$833.99
$980.95
Epic® 370 Reference Series Fly Rod, Reel & Line Combo
Our renowned Epic 370 fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 3wt DT presentation fly line & quality gel spun backing ready to fish.
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
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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.


Reference 6wt 686 FastGlass Fly Rod Combo
$980.95
$1,155.85
The Epic Reference 686, often imitated, never beaten.
Our renowned Epic 686 fly rod, matched with our Backcountry Fly reel, spooled up with our Epic 6wt WF fly line & quality gel spun backing ready to fish!
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 world wide 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
Artic colourway
In stock and ready to be delivered directly 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.
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Guides Choice XL
from $153.99
$205.00
The Smith Guide's Choice is the most popular on-the-water sunglasses, no matter how and where you like to fish. This XL version has all the same features as the fan-favorite, but with an extra-large fit. The aggressive 8-base frames offer unmatched sun protection.
These premium quality polarized sunglasses are built to last, each pair is warranted for life. Incorporating the most advanced eyewear technologies, this style boasts wide temples and an aggressive wrap for superior light protection. Add to that premium Italian spring hinges, megol nose and temple pads, a detachable sunglass leash, and optional premium 8 base ChromaPop or Techlite lenses, the Guide's Choice is engineered for those that truly believe in the life outside walls.
Features:
Lens options: ChromaPop polarized lenses / TLT polarized glass TLT lenses
Anti-reflective and hydroleophobic lens coatings
Stainless steel spring hinges
8 Base Lens Curvature
Includes integrated/detachable sunglass leash
Medium-large fit / coverage
Lifetime warranty
What's Included:
Integrated, detachable sunglass leash
Hard case
Microfiber bag
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Floating braided polyethylene shooting line
$34.95
FLOATING BRAIDED POLYETHYLENE MONO SHOOTING LINE
This braided shooting line is long shooing and a easier to grip with wet cold hands than standard mono shooing line
FLOATING SHOOTING LINE
Exceptional casting distance with minimal tangling
Great for using in the surf
Length: 150’
Size: 29-lb.
Diameter: 0.032”
Floating braided polyethylene monofilament for maximum distance
29 LB – Orange


Riptide
$187.99
$250.00
There's a time and a place to sweat the details. Designing the Riptide, the folks at Smith did just that. These Smith sunglasses are a classic, Italian-made style with bio-based frames. Spring hinges expand the fit at the temples. The extra flex is not only more comfortable but feels snug and secure whilst fishing. The ChromaPop™ Glass lenses boost detail, colour and clarity and have a high scratch resistance.
Features:
Medium-large fit / coverage
Lifetime warranty
Smudge and moisture-resistant coating for easy cleaning and clear optics
Anti-reflective coating improves clarity and reduces eye strain
Medium-large fit, medium coverage
6-base lens curvature provides a modest wraparound fit
Megol nose and temple pads provide non-slip grip so glasses stay put
Spring hinges self-adjust to your face for a snug, comfortable fit
Evolve™ bio-based frame material is lightweight and durable
Included:
Hard case
Microfiber bag
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Reference 5wt 586-6 G Packlight Backpacking Fly Rod Combo
$985.99
$1,159.95
Reference 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.
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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.


Reference 10wt 1090C Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$795.00
Your saltwater workhorse
Tough, light and incredibly versatile. The Epic 1090 C is a custom tuned, tough, and highly responsive fly rod designed for saltwater fly fishing
A premium quality carbon fibre (graphite) fly rod that is light, silky smooth and incredibly tough.
Rust-proof Titanium stripping guides, hard anodised alloy reel seat - this rod will outlast you.
Experience the Epic® difference
Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build
Titanium stripping guides
SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement
Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish
Stunning FLOR grade cork grip
Alignment dots for easy assembly
Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service
Superior service and ongoing customer support
Delivered direct to your door
Recommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4
The Epic Action.Epic C series would best be described as Medium Fast in action. Epic C Series are light without sacrificing strength.
We believe there is no better fly rod made.
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Taper: FastAction: Fast Lockup point: Top thirdResonant Frequency: 3.3 HzMaterial: 57msi Carbon BlendCore: 100% Carbon HelixRecommended line weight: AFTMA #10Length: 9'Pieces: 4Weight: 120 gramsAction Angle: 73 degreesERN: 10ELN: 10
It's a dream to cast and is built to last.
Better ComponentsEach hand-crafted 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
High-Quality Rod Tube
cleaning cloth
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 lightweight 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 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.
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Reference 8wt 890C Carbon Fiber Fly Rod
$795.00
Advanced, High-Performance Fly
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.
Perfect for Bonefish, larger trout and salmon, flats fishing and chasing toothy critters in the salt
Experience the Epic® difference
Industry-leading fly rod blank specifically chosen & high graded for your fly rod build
Premium quality Titanium rust free stripping guides
SureFit™ Ferrule System for immediate section replacement
Stealthy and chip-resistant SnakeBelly™ Finish
Stunning FLOR grade cork grip
Alignment dots for easy assembly
Hard anodised reel seat ensuring a lifetime of service
Superior service and ongoing customer support
Delivered direct to your door
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.


Monterey
$138.99
$185.00
Meet a true master of disguise. The Monterey for women may look like just another stylish pair of sunglasses, but behind their casual profile they have a heart of performance. Made with a lightweight, durable frame, these slick Smith shades stay in place regardless of activity due to anti-slip nose pads. Choose from a variety of color-enhancing ChromaPop™ lenses and see where the day takes you.Product DetailsVision
• ChromaPop™ lenses enhance contrast and natural color to make the details pop
• ChromaPop™ polarized lenses cut glare and enhance color and contrast
• Smudge and moisture resistant coating for easy cleaning and clear optics
• Anti-reflective coating improves clarity and reduces eye strain
• 100% UV protection
Fit / Integration
• Medium fit, medium coverage
• 6-base lens curvature provides a modest wraparound fit
• Megol temple and nose pads provide nonslip grip so glasses stay put
Frame
• Evolve™ bio-based frame material is lightweight and durable
• AutoLock hinges hold frames open for easy one-hand on and off
Included:
• Microfiber bag
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Emerge
$138.99
$185.00
There's a time and a place to sweat the details. Designing the Riptide, the folks at Smith did just that. These Smith sunglasses are a classic, Italian-made style with bio-based frames. Spring hinges expand the fit at the temples. The extra flex is not only more comfortable but feels snug and secure whilst fishing. The ChromaPop™ Glass lenses boost detail, colour and clarity and have a high scratch resistance.
Features:
Medium-large fit / coverage
Lifetime warranty
Smudge and moisture-resistant coating for easy cleaning and clear optics
Anti-reflective coating improves clarity and reduces eye strain
Medium-large fit, medium coverage
6-base lens curvature provides a modest wraparound fit
Megol nose and temple pads provide non-slip grip so glasses stay put
Spring hinges self-adjust to your face for a snug, comfortable fit
Evolve™ bio-based frame material is lightweight and durable
Included:
Hard case
Microfiber bag
Got questions? - Drop us a line, we'd love to hear from you.


Reference 4wt 480G Fly Rod Combo
$985.99
$1,159.95
Your Unfair Advantage - The 480G Reference Graphene Fly Rod, Reel and Line Combo.
Utilizing the same industry-leading blank & high-quality components as our Studio Built ™ custom collection but without the customisation options, the new 480G (Graphene) Reference takes it up another notch.
Dry Fly presentations pinpoint casts and Lazer loops the 480G is the perfect 4wt 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® 480G 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 world's 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 480G 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 directly 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 #4 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: 4 ELN: 4
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

Third Coast Textured Cut Tips
$30.95
Scientific Anglers Third Coast Textured Cut Tips
FOR CREATING CUSTOM TIPS
Simply put, this is the easiest way to create your own custom tips. The Third Coast Custom Cut Tips feature a looped 30′ tungsten sinking line in three different density options. Cut the line where you’d like it, and boom: you’ve got two tips—and we all know that two is better than one.
A 30’ tungsten sinking line with a loop on both ends for creating two complete tips of various sizes; fast sinking
Sink rates 6.5 – 8.0 ips
LINE WEIGHT
SINK RATE
TOTAL LENGTH
GRAINS / FOOT
T12+
7.0 ips
30.0’ / 9,1m
12
T14+
7.5 ips
30.0’ / 9,1m
14
T18+
8.0 ips
30.0’ / 9,1m
18

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