Ted Trueblood Chapter Meeting - Rethinking Bamboo Rods

RETHINKING BAMBOO FLY RODS

Chapter Meeting - May 6

Idaho Fish and Game Headquarters

6:15 Social – 7:00 Program

Trevor Sheehan, of Elevate Fly Fishing, will talk about modern bamboo fly rods and the path that led him into building them. His work focuses on designing bamboo rods that fish very differently than most anglers expect, with an emphasis on performance and real-world use on the water.

In this presentation, you’ll learn:

• How bamboo rods perform on the water
  How modern bamboo fishes at typical trout distances, where it excels, and where it has limitations.

• How bamboo compares to graphite and fiberglass
  Differences in casting, recovery, and overall performance.

• What makes modern bamboo different from traditional rods
  How contemporary tapers and designs have changed the way bamboo rods fish.

• What goes into building a bamboo fly rod
  A behind-the-scenes look at the process, from raw material to finished rod, and the level of precision involved.

Trevor will have rods on hand to handle, giving everyone a chance to see and feel the difference for themselves. Those interested, will be able try out the rods at the park adjacent to IDFG.

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About Trevor Sheehan

With over 100 days a year spent on the water, Trevor Sheehan is a dedicated fly fisherman and tier. His passion for craftsmanship led him to build custom bamboo rods under the mentorship of John Holland and today he crafts and sells a range of rods tailored to every fishing scenario.

He is the founder of Elevate Fly Fishing where he equips and guides others to connect with nature through fly fishing. A strong advocate for conservation and public land access, his business proudly sponsors Backcountry Hunters and Anglers and is a Trout Unlimited Business. In addition to running his own company, Trevor serves as head guide for Drift West in McCall and spends his winters guiding for redfish from his Dolphin Super Skiff in Louisiana