FROM THE PERFECT MATERIAL WE HAVE CREATED THE IDEAL FLY ROD

Long considered the perfect material for fly line, fly fishermen are rediscovering the virtues of bamboo. For some, the attraction lies in the aesthetic of fishing with a beautiful, natural material; for others, it is the hallowed tradition of rod-builders Leonard, Payne, Gillum and Garrison. All can appreciate the physical characteristics of bamboo, as it imparts just the right amount of energy to a fly line to propel it accurately toward its target, while still giving the caster time and opportunity to make subtle adjustments to their cast. A small dry fly will land softly and a fine tippet will survive the setting of the hook.

Highland Mills Rod Co. was born of an opportunity to bring to market a high quality, affordable line of bamboo fly rods in the tradition of Heddon, Wright & McGill and Phillipson bamboo rods.

Our rods are built using traditional methods, contemporary technology and state-of-the-art adhesives and coatings.

WE OFFER THREE GROUPS OF RODS:

  • The Original Series of high quality, affordable bamboo rods.
  • The Signature Series based on three great taper designs and finished out with first rate American components.
  • The American Series of three homegrown, locally built rods of hand split cane, finished out with the finest American components.