This American Museum of Fly Fishing film series is pretty cool. The premise of the series is to hand vintage bamboo rods to modern anglers and see how they perform. Traveling to different waters—both salt and fresh—we put classic bamboo rods to the test. Along the way, our anglers share their experiences, giving a fresh take on fishing with old-school gear. The journey is both visually stunning and insightful, offering a look at how far fishing equipment has come while celebrating the craftsmanship of the past.
In this past episode shot at Lake Isabella, CA, we enlisted my carp guru buddy, Trevor Tanner and put him to the test using a E.F. Payne Rod Co., 8 weight, circa 1956. Video shot by our friend, Meris McHaney. Hope you enjoy! Please support the AMMF!
flies, sand & surf 