Collectibles
Custom Built Graphite Fly Rod - "Lou Kish Memorial" 7'9" 4/5wt
- Item Number
- 114
- Sold
- 350 USD to snec78792
- Number of Bids
- 7 - Bid History
Item Description
It's not only about this amazing fly rod, but it's also about this amazing story:
The Lou's Kish Rod ~ by Ray Gano
Lou Kish lived in Martinsburg, WV. He was an avid fisherman with a love for fly fishing. He was a member of the only sponsored International Fly Fishing Federation Club in the state of West Virginia, Creekside Anglers, Inc. This is where I became friends with Lou.
Several years back, Lou was diagnosed with Bladder Cancer. While he fought the illness with the heart of a lion, Lou eventually lost his battle. However, before he became too ill, Lou started to build one more rod (one of dozens he owned) but his illness became too overwhelming and the rod was never finished. After a period of time, Lou's widow decided to part with some of Lou's prized possessions. Members of Creekside Anglers helped to catalog the vast amount of rods and reels, plus a large amount of support material. This list was sent to all the members of Creekside Anglers so they could bid on the items from Lou's collection. I purchased this graphite rod blank. Lou had only installed the cork and reel seat. I purchased the guide set and wrapped the rod. I identified the rod and marked it "in memory of Lou Kish." Its an amazing 7'9" 4/5 weight bamboo rod with great balance and a strong spine. A perfect rod for small stream/river fishing.
I am donating this rod to Reel Recovery so they might use it to raise additional funds to continue their work supporting men with cancer. I can only hope you will appreciate the rod and be generous in your bidding. Again, this is my contribution to Reel Recovery...I will not be receiving any proceeds from its sale.
Thank you, Ray W. Gano, Creekside Angers, Inc.
Martinsburg, WV
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