Introducing Woodard Rod Company

Woodard Rod Company is trying to firmly stomp its wading boot into the fly rod building landscape and their vision as well as ideals might end up leaving a big impression!

I first found out about Woodard Rod Company from a heck-of-a-nice guy that just happens to be on the Pro Staff for the company.  I had never heard of the company but my curiosity was peaked because I don't know anyone else that is considered a "pro staffer".  I thought that was pretty cool so I decided to check out the company.  What I found was a group of young men that have some big ideas and the passion to see them through to fruition.  The biggest of the ideas is that they want to build fly rods that are 100% American Made from beginning to end.

This is a tall order to say the least.  From the statistics that I have seen, somewhere around 90% of fly rod companies have at least some part of their rods imported and most imports come from Asia.  These guys don't only want to break the mold of the fly rod industry, they want to do it with a twenty pound sledgehammer!  To make a fly rod that is literally, all-American, from the real seat to the tip top, is a daunting task enough but the fact that they want to couple this with a desire to keep rods at $400 and less is equally admirable.  Let's be honest for a minute here.  Why do we buy foreign things?  Usually because they are cheaper.  I do it, you can hardly avoid it, and it has become a way of life.  Sure we sacrifice quality in the process, but sometimes it is a justifiable decision.  However, when it comes to buying something for a sport, a hobby, a passion that we choose to be a part of, then why not make some decisions that couple quality, American made craftsmanship, and an affordable fly rod?

So this Arkansas-based company with the big ideas is in its infancy and needs a little help getting off the ground.  With vision comes expenses and this is no different but this is where we can help make a dream become a reality.  Besides, it is the giving season and what better gift could you give than helping someone achieve their dreams.  I highly encourage you to go to the company's website to look at their products, mission, and blog.  If you like what you have read or you like what you see, then maybe you should consider making a donation to help get this company started.  The links for both are located below should you feel inclined to action or just to learn more.

Link to homepage: http://www.woodardrodco.com/

Link to fundraising page: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/woodard-rod-company-usa-made#/