Rod guide
Pick a rod by water
Weight
Match weight to the fish and the flies you throw. A 5-weight covers a lot of trout water. Go lighter for small streams and dries. Go heavier for wind, streamers, or larger fish.
Freshwater trout
Most Ilwaco customers start here. Length and action are preference after weight is right.
Salt and bigger flies
More backbone, guides that take abuse, and a blank that recovers when the wind is up. Pair with a sealed-drag reel from the fly reels aisle.
Spey and switch
Two-handed tools for bigger water and longer casts. Buy the length and grain window the line calls for, not the longest tube on the wall.
Brand aisles
Jump into Douglas, Echo, G. Loomis, or Sage with the chips, then compare length and weight on each product page.
Common questions
Fly rods FAQ
What rod weight should I start with?
A 5-weight covers a lot of trout water. Go lighter for small streams and dries. Go heavier for wind, streamers, or larger fish.
Do you carry full kits?
Browse rods here and pair with a reel from the fly reels aisle. Product pages list line weight and length.
Can I compare brands?
Yes. Use the brand chips above, then sort and filter inside each brand aisle.
What about shipping?
Rods ship carefully packed. Check each product page for stock and shipping notes.
Can I buy the reel here too?
Yes. Match reel size to rod weight under Fly Reels.