Built since 1975
Beartooth Fly Rods.
“Fly rods built BY passionate flyfishers FOR passionate flyfishers.” Custom graphite, fiberglass and bamboo rods, built in our lodge on the Madison by Dan and his apprentice, Marty Authement.
- Est. 1982
- Lodge & shop on the Madison since 1990
- Outfitter License #680
- Cameron, Montana
Craftsmanship over quantity
Dan Delekta began building fly rods in 1975. For most of his career he was the only builder of Beartooth Custom Fly Rods; now his apprentice, Marty Authement, a redfish captain from Houma, Louisiana, builds with him.
Dan focuses on rods that fit a broad spectrum of individual needs, using unique components for a variety of lengths, pieces, weights, actions and materials. He has experimented with many blanks, components and finishes and field tested every one.
“We at Beartooth are striving to revive the quality and tradition of the American way: craftsmanship.”
Beartooth Fly Rods
| Builders | Dan Delekta & Marty Authement |
| Materials | Graphite, fiberglass, bamboo |
| Built | In our lodge, Montana |
| Since | 1975 |
or call (406) 682-7525
The series
Beartooth rod series
Graphite, fiberglass and bamboo, built by hand in our lodge on the Madison. Stop by the rod room to see and cast them.
Lightest, strongest, fastest
BT Rocket Launcher
Carbon fiber scrim and a new resin system. Dan’s favorite for trout, steelhead and saltwater. 4 and 5 piece.
Fast but forgiving
BT Brown Bear
Intermediate modulus, high strain graphite in a warm chestnut brown.
Graphite series
BT Grizzly Bear
Part of Dan’s graphite line, built in the lodge.
Graphite series
BT Stealth
Graphite rods in 3 and 4 piece models.
Graphite series
BT Traditional
A classic build in the Beartooth tradition.
Graphite series
BT Maverick
Graphite rods in 4 and 5 piece models.
Graphite series
BT Golden Shadow
Built in the lodge on the Madison.
Fiberglass & bamboo
Master Glass, Diamond Glass & more
Beartooth fiberglass and bamboo rods. See the full lineup in the rod room at the shop.
Fish a rod built on the Madison.
Book a full day on the Upper Madison or one of Montana’s other trophy rivers. Stop in at the shop on Highway 287 any time; the coffee is on us.