The Fryingpan is a medium-fast action fly rod that is the diplomat of the river. It’s not a brute. Not a whisper. But rather a poised negotiator between power and feel.
 
It flexes through the upper half of the blank, with a smooth transition into the mid-section. When you cast, you feel it load a little deeper than The Gunnison, storing energy with a steady inhale… then releasing it in a clean, controlled exhale. The result is lively line speed without losing all important feel.
 
What That Means on the Water
 
Versatile performance – Handles light nymph rigs, small streamers without complaint and excels at delivering dry flies with delicate precision and finesse.
 
Forgiving timing – A slightly wider casting window makes it friendlier for developing casters.
 
Balanced distance – Comfortable in the 30 to 60 foot range, with enough reserve power for more.
 
Improved tippet protection – The deeper flex cushions light leaders when a trout surges.
 
How It Feels
 
Smooth. Connected. Responsive without being twitchy.
 
You can feel the rod bend. You can feel the line load. It gives feedback without demanding perfection. For anglers who want one rod to fish varied conditions, on rivers where precision matters but brute force is rarely required, The Fryingpan offers confidence without stiffness.
 
To Sum It Up
 
The Fryingpan delivers controlled power, incredible feel, and all-around adaptability. It’s the rod you reach for when you want performance that seems natural instead of forced.
 
Medium Fast Action
No Fault, No Hassle Lifetime Warranty (See Details on Warranty Page)
30 Day Risk Free Trial
Free UPS Ground Shipping and Returns
Two tip sections included
Embroidered 5 compartment hard shell cordura fly rod tube 
Blank finished in Matte Black
AAA half-wells cork grip on 3 - 6 Wt 
AAA full - wells cork grip with fighting butt on 8 Wt
Gunmetal stripping and snake guides, tip and hook keeper
Black wrapping thread with metallic red accents
3 - 6 Weight model feature a beautiful uplocking wood reel seat with gunmetal hardware
8 Weight model features black anodized aluminum uplocking reel seat with fighting butt
3 Weight ~ 2.70 Oz Total Rod Weight - Recommended Reel Chama 3/4, Gila 2/3 or Gila 3/4
4 Weight ~ 3.20 Oz Total Rod Weight - Recommended Reel Chama 3/4 or Gila 3/4
5 Weight ~ 3.40 Oz Total Rod Weight - Recommended Reel Chama 5/6 or Gila 5/6
6 Weight ~ 3.45 Oz Total Rod Weight - Recommended Reel Chama 5/6, Gila 5/6 or Pecos 5/7
8 Weight ~ 4.15 Oz Total Rod Weight - Recommended Reel Chama 7/8 or Pecos 7/9