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I purchased the Metolius a few years ago planning to use it when I retired. Last year I began to use it but it broke at the bottom ferrule. Headwaters responded quickly and it was repaired with minimum cost and expeditiously. I used it for a couple of trips last year and it was a delight to cast. It will be my favorite small stream/river rod from now on. It just feels right.
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Last winter (2013-2014) was so bad in Illinois, I rewarded myself with a Headwaters Rogue Deluxe 7' 6", medium fast 5wt, bamboo fly rod. 3 days after ordering there was a bamboo rod on my doorstep. As soon as the weather broke I discovered that there were fish in my bamboo rod. All that I had heard about bamboo rods was true and then some! Unique feel, gorgeous design, smooth performance, and Headwaters fantastic price.
CGCath G.Verified buyerI thought you might enjoy seeing the results of our Senior guides trip to Kelly Creek last week. The weather was great, and so was the fishing! My new Santiam FAR exceeded my expectations, and was responsible for the fish of the trip, a 19-inch cutt on a hopper. Fishing with a partridge and green soft hackle, it was almost a fish a cast! Bamboo is perfect for this fly! Thanks so much for a superior rod-it's perfect for this type of fishing!
JGJerry G.Verified buyerI have had my Santiam 7' Med action for about four years. It has proven to be quite the value and a real pride to own. Over the years, I have spoofed many of my Fly Fishing buddies by convincing them I own a beautiful $2,000 classic Bamboo Fly Rod. It does make them take a very close look. The quality components feel great in my hand. I live on a small lake on Whidbey Island in Washington and have given a sore lip to many 11-15" Rainbows with this cool little rod. I fish from an old canoe and it is the perfect size for canoe fishing with my Goldendoodle on board. It did fail my test of stepping on it with the full weight of my 215 pound body. I sent my busted rod back to Headwaters and their repair service is as good as their rods. A good bang for your buck.
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