Lamiglass rods

[REW]

I just had the pleasure of running across a group of Lamiglass blanks that I am going to use to build a few rods.
I checked out the actions, weights, etc. and so far they seem to be very much above average blanks.

Does any one have any fishing experience with the Lamiglass line of rods? Pros and cons??

Thanks very much

REW

[fisheyes]

I used lamiglass for years untill one of there rods that was aweek old broke when I pitched a 1/8oz jig 2 yrs ago and the rod snapped in 2.I sent the rod back thinking they would stand behind there warranty but they didnt and they gave me a line of bull about why it broke. Needless to say I was not a happy camper,I checked into there web site and e mailed the company.They stood behind there man and said it was my fault the rod broke (they said the rod had impact marks on it,and that could not have happend being that i had taken the rod out of the tube that it came in at the launch and proceeded to fish it about forty feet from the launch ) There was actually another web site set up that had people from all over the country that had had the same problem as me. So no I would never buy another one again.St. Croix G LOOMIS is the way I go now. good fishing

[Fin Addict]

They are very nice. I generally think of Lamiglas in heavier actions for muskie, steelhead and saltwater applications. I would think they would be excellent for heavier applications like bottombouncers, heavier jigs etc. You will hear a lot of good things about the Lamiglas rods from the muskie guys.

[Dodge1]

Been using their rods for 10+ years and IMHO they stack up well against the likes of St. Croix and Loomis. I now own 5 of their rods and have never had a problem which required the use of their lifetime warranty.

FYI - everyone spells it Lamiglass when it's really Lamiglas.

[Bob G2]

I never had broken a Lamiglas rod. In steelheading circles, Lamiglas have a reputation as almost indestructable. However, that usually refers to their 1st generation graphite models, which, tend to be on the heavier side.

[RJ]

I don't have any experience with their lighter rods but I do own and use annualy 4 different steelhead/salmon rods and I love them. They are very sensitive and well balanced but do require careful handling(probably not any different than Loomis or comparable St.Croix rods). Any substantial knick or abrasion will compromise the durability of the rod under stress. I did have one break on a hookset while steelheading but felt I had done nothing wrong so I took it to my local dealer upon returning home and he looked the rod over well and found no sign of abuse and had me pick out a new one, no questions asked. This told me he had confidence in the company standing behind him as I don't think any dealer would eat a $140 rod without an argument unless they were comfortable doing it. As far as the rods go, I can't say if they are worth the investment or not, I like how they perform in steelhead/salmon fishing situations(very light bite oriented fish) and will continue to purchase them until they give me reason to change!! good luck with them if you choose them, RJ in montana