The best fly rods as used by the record holders in the 2007 World Record Game Fishes book, according to the International Game Fish Association:
Courtesy SageIt's obvious Sage fly rods are the best fly fishing rods in the eyes of world record fly fishermen.
With 75 world records, Sage has more than three times as many records as the next closest competitor.
Sage, founded in 1980 by legendary rod designer Don Green, is currently located in Bainbridge Island, Wash.
"Sage was created with one idea in mind - to build the world's finest performance fly rods," the company's website notes. "Using world-class materials and years of experience gained while working with Fenwick and Grizzly rod companies, Don revolutionized the fly fishing world."
This year is the 25th anniversary of G Loomis. As part of the anniversary celebration, its Web site is positing user pictures of their biggest fish caught. Wonder if any of those are world records. www.gloomis.com
For the "obsessive" fly fishers, the 2008 models are already on display at Thomas and Thomas. www.thomasandthomas.com
A household name for outdoorsmen across the country, Orvis carries plenty more than fly rods. www.orvis.com
Washington-based Redington Fly Rods was founded in 1992 and produces performance- and value-based rods. www.redington.com
Albright Tackle LLC makes everything from rods to reels and lines, focusing on providing "affordable and relevant fishing tackle." www.albrighttackle.com
R.L. Winston Rod Company produces fine fly rods made of everything from bamboo to second-generation boron and graphite composites. www.winstonrods.com
The self-proclaimed "World's Foremost Outfitter," Cabelas is a outdoors superstore with plenty of options for the fly fisher. www.cabelas.com
Temple Fork Outfitters started off with the "Killer Caddis" and originally made flies and tying tools but is now a proven rod maker as well. www.templeforkflyrods.com
10. Seven Others (2)
Seven other rod makers are tied at two world records apiece.
