Rod Building Book
Bernard Eisler is a writer who took one of my bamboo rod building classes. Together, we published a rod building book that has garnered much critical praise and has introduced countless builders to the craft.
You can purchase “Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly Rod” at Amazon.com.
Critical Praise
“With George Maurer’s years of experience as a professional rodmaker and instructor, and Bernard Elser’s expertise as a writer, this book is destined to be a winner.” - Ron Barch, The Planning Form
“George Maurer is a master of his craft. A gentle persuader to those who think rodmaking is an arcane and mysterious endeavor, his direction and insights provide a solid foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment creating and using these much loved and admired fishing instruments.” - Mark S. Metcalf, Editor, The Bamboo Fly Rod
“Fly fishing is a sport replete with elegant tackle, but few of its talismans can match the grace of the bamboo rod. Its rich character marries practicality of purpose with the overtones of beauty found in violins and cellos. Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly-Rod is an exposition of the intricate craftsmanship involved, step by minuscule step, and it explains details overlooked in other rodmaking manuals. The footnotes of alchemy are found in these pages” - Ernest Schwiebert
“The first time I saw a rodmaker at work, it changed my life. Everywhere, among the tools and clutter, an undeniable magic surrounded everything. George Maurer’s workshop is like that… And now George has shown us, clearly, brilliantly, the process - and left the magic intact.” - Robert Gorman, Green River Rods
“George Maurer and Bernard Elser have collaborated on what will come to be recognized as a landmark text on crafting split-cane fly-rods. Every step in the process is fully explained in plain English and illustrated with clear photographs and diagrams. Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly-Rod demystifies a complex subject so that anyone with a modicum of woodworking skill can construct a quality fly-rod. If I have and criticism, it’s that Maurer and Elser have given away too many of the secrets other rodmakers wanted kept hidden. - David Klausmeyer, Rodmaker and Senior Editor of American Angler
You can purchase “Fundamentals of Building a Bamboo Fly Rod” at Amazon.com.