Largest Fly Rod and Reel
N 26° 04.717 W 097° 12.402
14R E 679367 N 2885624
The operation of this fly rod would require 2 dozen men or one large Texan!
Waymark Code: WM19X2
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 03/09/2007
Views: 202
The record for the worlds largest Fly rod and reel was set in 1999. It is on display 24 hours/day at this location.
The functional fiberglass rod is over 70 ft long. The functional reel is 4 ft in diameter and made out of aviation grade aluminum.
Date the Record Happened: June 12, 1999
Where did this record happen: Port Isabel, TX
Who Broke this record: Tiney Mitchell
Is there something to see here?: Yes
What is there to see here: Fly Rod and Reel
Website that Shows record happening or area now: Not listed
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