Gallatin Bamboo Fly Rod 7'6" 4-wt | Payne 100 Taper

The Gallatin: Your Go-To Rod for Pure Trout Angling.

Experience the Unmatched Feel of a Proven Payne Taper. Trusted by Thousands. For Over 23 Years.

Seamlessly Connecting to the Flow.

For anglers who seek the classic bamboo feel combined with everyday versatility, the Gallatin is your unwavering companion. At 7' 6" and a balanced 4-weight, this rod finds the sweet spot, delivering a smooth, progressive action that's effortlessly controlled and pure joy to cast.

It's the ideal choice for fishing dries and small nymphs across a diverse range of waters—from intimate creeks and winding streams to moderate rivers—where subtle presentations, precise accuracy, and a perfectly natural drift define success.

The Epitome of Elegance: The Legendary Payne 100 Taper

At its core, the Gallatin is a faithful tribute to the legendary Payne 100 taper. E.F. Payne is revered for his mastery in crafting some of the most elegant and beloved bamboo rods ever known, and the Payne 100 is a prime example of his genius.

This taper loads progressively, offering exceptional feedback and intuitive cast control from short to medium distances. While not designed for heavy rigs or battling fierce winds, for everything else—from delicate caddis and PMDs to buoyant attractors and soft hackles—it performs with breathtaking beauty and precision.

It's a taper that allows you to truly feel the rhythm of the cast and the life of the water.

Where the Gallatin Finds Its Home

The Gallatin takes its name from Montana's iconic river, but its versatility ensures it's ready for any water where 4-weight precision leads to payoff.

Picture yourself on a sun-dappled meadow stream, a classic medium-sized freestone, or navigating a canyon river where finesse and accuracy are far more valuable than brute force.

This rod is the quintessential choice for anglers who live for dry flies, delicate nymphing, and the pursuit of trout in unpressured, beautiful environments.

Unrivaled Craftsmanship, Forged Over Decades.

Every Gallatin is a testament to our 23-year legacy of delivering exceptional bamboo rods. We oversee each step of its creation, from the careful selection and hand-splitting of premium Tonkin bamboo to its precise hand-planing and meticulous assembly.

Our long-standing partnerships with expert artisans ensure that every detail – from the durable burled hardwood reel seat and ergonomic Western-style cork grip to the pristine agate stripping guide and uniform double-foot snake guides – meets our exacting standards for both beauty and performance.

This unwavering commitment has led to thousands of rods sold and countless satisfied anglers relying on Headwaters on waters big and small.

Specifications:

• Length: 7' 6"

• Line Weight: 4-wt

• Taper: Legendary Payne 100

• Action: Medium, Smooth, Progressive

• Configuration: 2-piece with either 1 or 2 tip sections

What's Included:

• Hand-split, hand-planed Tonkin bamboo blank

• Burled hardwood reel seat

• Western-style cork grip

• Agate stripping guide

• Double-foot snake guides

• Protective Cotton rod sock and durable Cordura tube

The Headwaters Confidence:

• 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee: Wiggle it, cast it, fish it. If you're not absolutely thrilled, return it.

• Lifetime Warranty: On any workmanship issue for the original owner. We stand behind our legacy.

• Fast Shipping: Your next adventure arrives quickly.

Series Options:

• Favorite: One-tip rod ($500)

• Deluxe: Two-tip rod ($600)

• Kit: Deluxe rod + premium reel, line, and 18 flies ($800)

Why the Gallatin is Your Gateway to Pure Angling Bliss:

The Gallatin is a supremely capable 4-weight with a smooth, profoundly confident feel—perfect for trout fishing in its purest, most deliberate form.

If you crave a rod that feels effortless on the water, rewards every thoughtful cast, and delivers both elegance and precision, this is it. 

It doesn't just enable fishing; it elevates it, offering the pure feel, deep connection, and meticulous craftsmanship only true bamboo can provide—all backed by our two-decade legacy and priced to be fished, not just admired.