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We are a family owned & operated fly fishing company in the heart of Montana. As designers of cutting-edge fly fishing gear, we understand the value of time spent on the river and the memories we make there. Most importantly, we know what it takes to make a fly rod that will keep you on the water, making memories for years to come.
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Fly Fishing Rods, Reels, Fly Lines and More
Craig Fly Rod 4 Piece 4 Weight
Dearborn Fly Rod 2 Piece 4 Weight
Warm Springs Fly Rod 2 Piece 4 Weight
Elite 406 4/6 Fly Reel
Envy 406 Spare Spool
Lite 406 4/6 Fly Reel
MC-30 4wt Fly Line
MC-38 4wt Fly Line
MC-40 4wt Fly Line
Micro Swivels for Fly Fishing
Conceal Fluoro Tippet
Tapered Mono Leader with Loop
Fly Rods Rigorously Tested On Montana Waters
Fly rods and reels that outperform your expectations at every cast.
Montana Distilled into A Fly Rod
Performance Fly Rods
Montana Casting Co. fly fishing rods weren't just designed to withstand harsh environments. They were designed to deliver effortless casting regardless of what mother nature throws your way. Every rod is Montana tested and Montana tough.
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Fly Fishing Reels
Montana Casting Co. fly reels are extremely durable and precision-engineered to out-perform your expectations no matter the conditions. Cast easier; fish harder.
Montana Casting Co. Blog
Fly Fishing Tips & Tricks
Fly Fishing 101: How (and Why) to Use a Seine Net
The Patterns of Fly Fishing As fly fishermen, we’re constantly tuning into the patterns of nature. We watch the surface of the water for rising fish. We use the pattern...
Fluorocarbon vs. Monofilament: The Mono to Fluoro System
Is fluorocarbon better than monofilament? Fluorocarbon (fluoro) leaders and tippet rose to prominence in the 1980s for their near invisibility and abrasion-resistant properties—a clear advantage in rougher waters or when...
Building Custom Fly Rods: Finishing Your Rod
You’ve planned out your dream custom rod, chosen your materials, found the spine on all your blanks, made your measurements, and fitted the reel seat and grip… You’re well on...
Building Custom Fly Rods: Assembly
In our previous blog on building custom rods, Scott Joyner walked through the various components you’ll need to get started. Now, it’s time to get hands on and start putting all the...
Building Custom Fly Rods: Picking Your Components
We recently talked with Scott Joyner about his experience building custom fly rods, and here is what he had to say: Building custom rods has been a passion of mine...
Fly Fishing 101: River Etiquette
Respecting Your Fellow Fly Fishermen Thirty percent of Montana’s considerable landmass falls under the label of “public land”. This includes millions of acres of National Forest, National Park, BLM, and...
Lessons From a Fish Dog
A day of fly fishing in the mountains... Lincoln, our eighty-five-pound golden retriever and official Montana Casting Co. Gear Durability Tester, learned long ago the meaning of an engine growling to...
Fly Fishing Knots: How to Tie a Perfection Loop
Why use a perfection loop? A classic fly fishing knot, the perfection loop has numerous applications on the water. Most commonly you’ll use it to connect backing to your fly...
Fly Fishing Knots: How to Tie a Nail Knot
What’s a nail knot and when is it used? Many modern fly lines are designed with welded loops, allowing for leader to be attached quickly loop-to-loop. Prior to the invention...
Our Kit Series: Fly Fishing Mountain Lakes
Fly Fishing Adventure in the High Country Nothing says summer like hiking to a high mountain lake with your fly rod strapped to your backpack! From day hikes to backpacking...