2/3wt • 6‑piece + extra tip • Packs to 18"
A travel rod with a classic heart and a modern sense of practicality. This 7'11" 2/3‑weight bamboo travel rod is built one at a time in the Windcrest workshop, where small‑shop craftsmanship meets quiet, thoughtful design. It’s a light, responsive taper meant for small water, close work, and anglers who appreciate a rod that carries real character even when broken down into six compact sections.
The rod includes six bamboo sections plus an extra tip, giving it the longevity and balance expected from a proper small‑shop build. The taper is lively and honest—delicate enough for true 2‑weight presentations, yet with enough backbone to handle a 3‑weight line when conditions call for it. It’s a versatile small‑stream companion with the unmistakable feel of cane.
Windcrest’s hybrid ferrule system remains central to the design: bamboo male ferrules that seat into fiberglass female ferrules. The connection is smooth, secure, and durable, preserving the warmth of bamboo while adding the consistency needed for multi‑section travel rods.
Finished with clean wraps and classic hardware, the rod packs neatly into a bag and a compact 18‑inch fiberglass tube—small enough to ride in a daypack or sling without compromise.
Specs
Length: 7'11"
Line Weight: 2/3wt
Pieces: 6 + extra tip
Ferrules: Bamboo male → fiberglass female hybrid system
Tube: 18" fiberglass travel tube + fitted rod bag
Build Origin: Handcrafted individually in the Windcrest cottage shop
Maker: JIJI — known for inventive, character‑rich bamboo rods
A compact, character‑driven travel rod for anglers who enjoy small water, fine work, and the charm of small‑shop rodmaking.
