"Being new to the handmade scene, I appreciate the work of other craftsmen. I've known Jon since his days of pipe making and eventually onto fly rods. When I found out he is just down the road, I reached out to him and was stoked to be invited to a his shop. After seeing his waterfront operation I just had to cast his rods. I tried his four piece 5-wgt Virtue rod and fell in love. I was actually in the market for a travel friendly 5-weight. The fit and fiction was stellar and the diameter of the butt section was closer to an 3-weight. And it cast like butter. I liked it so much I got it and a, matching 7-weight. Jon is a stand up guy and I enjoyed the company as, much as casting his rods. His customer service is second to none. So if you looking for a fairly priced locally made rod, please consider Jon and Tidewater Rod Company."
"I instantly fell in love with these Tidewater rods. I’ve thrown a plethora of rods from multiple companies who are all good in their own way and some lack in certain areas. With TideWater rods you can see the time, effort and research that was put into the rods. I love the response, the castability, durability and customization options that come with the rods. As a guide I depend on reliability and durability of my equipment and TideWater exceeded my expectations. The customer service is like no other, the lifetime warranty is amazing and I can’t thank TideWater enough for the customer care. I am a repeat customer and will continue to throw these rods and provide them to my clients. My rods were ordered, packaged and shipped all in the same day. Delivered in a timely manner and any question I had about the product was answered immediately. I will always trust in Tidewater."
"Dear Tidewater Rods team, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the 8wt and 9wt rods for my guide business. These rods cast amazingly well and are workhorses on the water. Numerous over slot redfish have already been bought on these rods and the performance is exceptional. I was particularly impressed with the customer service from this company. I recently broke a section of the 8 wt when a large fish ran under the boat and the chine of the boat shattered it. With a phone call to Jonathan about the issue and having another charter two days later, a new section was built and ready to be placed back in service. This is first class for sure. Your commitment to the fishing industry and local guides is evident, and I greatly appreciate it. These rods are paired with Hatch 7+ and 9+ reels for maximum performance."
"I can't even begin to tell y'all how smooth this rod is. I've been fishing glass for the past few years, but couldn't pass up an opportunity to pick up another one of Jon's rods. This one does not disappoint. These rods are a steal at what he is charging and it out performs rods that are multiple times more expensive. Jon's attention to detail is bar none as is his customer service. I always get excited for each of Jon's ventures, but man I was ecstatic for this one. Having fished his previous rods through Moonshine, I knew this one would be better. The man is a true craftsman. Don't miss your chance to pick one of these up, you won't be disappointed!"
~ Tight lines and stories of the one that got away ~
- Jason Stiteler - Charlottesville, VA
"Tidewater Rods delivers an exceptional product that stands out for its superior craftsmanship and attention to detail. Each rod is built with precision and care, offering the perfect balance of strength, sensitivity, and performance. Whether you’re on the water every weekend or gearing up for a big trip, these rods hold up to the task and elevate the fishing experience to a whole new level. Beyond the gear itself, Tidewater’s customer service is just as impressive. The owner is responsive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about his work. From custom orders to quick questions, they go the extra mile to make sure you’re satisfied. It’s rare to find a company that delivers both premium quality and outstanding support but Tidewater Rods does both, and they do it exceptionally well." - Michael Link - Afton, Virginia
"These are beautifully made, fast action fly rods and they are a bargain! This is my second rod designed any made by Jon. Customer service is second to none - I ordered my rod online and it was shipped 2 hours later. Beautiful rods and great customer service is a 1-2 punch that you can't beat."
- Mike Bell - Nashville, TN
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