Category: Testimonials

Gary built me a custom 9′ 5 weight SAGE Z-Axis that I love. The rod casts line like no other rod I’ve ever owned. I had Gary personalize the message on my rod truly making it a family heirloom. Keep up the good work Gary.

Over the years I have purchased a variety of outdoor gear but nothing custom made for me. Gary Barnhart has done just that by putting together a stunning fly rod and reel that is designed to meet my specific fly fishing needs, and it was done with the expertise and beauty of fine art! My…

Back in 1992 I purchased my first $100 fly fishing rod from Cabela’s, and for several years I fished many streams and rivers catching and releasing a fair variety of fish, Browns, Rainbows, you name. It wasn’t until recently when I met Gary Barnhart of Beaverbuilt Rods after upgrading my old trusty rod for one…

I’m writing this Testimonial ‘in Memorium’ for my 30 year Pennsylvania friend & fly fishing pal Ed Rolka who passed away in 2013. Ed owned 3 BEAVERBUILT Custom Fly Rods including the Backpacker which he used all over the USA when he traveled on business. Ed was a production fly tier for 70yrs and invented…

Thanks again for building rods for the Trout Extravaganza raffle!! I had the chance to use the 9FT 3WT IM6 graphite rod this past weekend on the Caney Fork River here in Tennessee. The rod worked beautifully to land the rainbow trout in the picture on the link below. It took me for a couple…

I have three Beaverbuilt rods in my quiver. The 10 foot, 5 weight, Thomas and Thomas is my go to rod for fishing bigger water here in Colorado. The upsized guides that Beaverbuilt incorporates into all their rods really adds to the rod, in that casting is almost effortless. I recently attended a trout fishing event in Colorado…

BEAVERBUILT rods are special! The craftsmanship and quality of materials is unmatched by any manufactured rod. I own two BEAVERBUILT Custom Fly Rods. My SLT 9’ 5 weight 5 piece goes with me everywhere. The high end fit and finish is truly exceptional. I love the feel of this rod and use it for both…

I have used Beaverbuilt fly rods for over twenty years, personally and in my guiding business.  From Alaskan rainbows on a mouse fly to nymph fishing in Colorado, to Zambezi Tigerfish in Africa, they are the best fly rods I have ever used.  Superior to factory rods in finish and construction, Gary’s customer service is…

Since 1994 I’ve really enjoyed using the BEAVERBUILT Custom Fly Rods…I own several!! They are of superior craftsmanship and quality and the performance & aesthetic enhancements make them far superior to a mass produced factory fly rod. I can always count on them to perform for me on rivers, streams, and lakes that I fish…and the Pheasant Feather…

I’m writing this Testimonial ‘in Memorium’ for my 25 year friend & fly fishing pal Norm Newton who passed away a few years ago. Norm was a great friend and owned 2 BEAVERBUILT Custom Fly Rods. In Alaska fishing together, and after landing a 24″ Rainbow, he commented that he needed me to build him another rod big…