If you are in London and want to see and handle a Chris Clemes split cane fly rod before commissioning one, you can find our rods at Farlows at 9 Pall Mall, St James's. Farlows is one of the oldest and most respected fly fishing retailers in the world. They have been outfitting anglers from their St James's premises since 1840 and the standard of their stock has always reflected that heritage. Having our rods in their care is something we take considerable pride in. Farlows typically holds a...

The streams of the Cape Winelands are among the most beautiful trout waters in the world. Running cold and clear through the valleys around Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, they offer a style of fishing that rewards patience, observation and a delicate presentation — qualities that suit a split cane fly rod rather well. The water Cape streams are typically small and gin clear. The trout — predominantly browns, with rainbows in some waters — are educated and selective. Drag-free drifts...

I was starting to feel slightly bewitched by the rod and I'd yet to make a cast, but once in the water it suddenly dawned on me that it's no