The CTS Affinity M carbon fly rod blank has a more powerful tip matched to a slightly de-powered butt to give you a smoother, deeper loading blank, yet still retaining the power and authority for when it’s needed. Experience the nuance and accuracy of an Affinity M.
The Affinity pedigree is unmatched – it’s our cornerstone fly rod series, as a result of its superior design, engineering and materials. A single VeroCore™ helical spiral is at the core of each 100% uni-directional carbon fibre (graphite) Affinity M fly rod blank. This type of structure is regarded as the most effective way of maintaining cross-section stability during bending, therefore creating a fly rod that is more responsive and more sensitive. This is not only apparent when casting, but also when fighting a fish and even when setting the hook. Feel the difference with a CTS carbon fly rod blank.
Using our multi carbon construction system we have created a carbon fly rod blank that is both extremely light and strong.
Choose an Affinity M carbon fly rod blank to suit your needs. From 1wt through to 6wt, in sizes from 8’0” to 10’0”.
Made in our world-class facility in Auckland New Zealand. Tested by the most discerning anglers in every corner of the world.
(read about our five construction and fibre systems – HM, IM, HS, HSX, CG)
- Colours: Select from sanded finish (P2000), Clear Coat or a stunning array of Standard / Metallic Colour paints
James Bearden (verified owner) –
Richard Bellman (verified owner) –
The rod was stiffer than I like do not get me wrong very well built but for myself your 3wt in that series is more like a 5 wt.
You must rate your flex of rod differently
Daniel H. (verified owner) –
I am an experienced fly angler, having fly fished all over the world for 50+ years, using a multitude of differing actioned fly rods. After recently building this rod, I spent time lawn trialing different lines. Simply put, I can say this CTS Affinity M 8′ 6″ #4, is a wonderful fly rod. It effortlessly and delicately cast a #4 line, yet easily had the strength to do the same at distance, with a 150 grain #5 fly line as well. I am amazed at this rod’s versatility and potential. It has everything I was wanting in a classic, mid-flex actioned fly rod and I can’t wait to try it on some feisty trout! As always, CTS also offers a large range of colours for the DIY builder like myself. I purchased the “Golden Brown” blank and am very happy.
Alexander T. (verified owner) –
Beautiful action to this blank as well. Particularly pleased with the finish and, as always, CTS quality and customer service.
Angelo (verified owner) –
Great action and beutiful finish. Made a rod for my recent trip to NZ. Very good service as well.
Phillip Erickson (verified owner) –
Excellent blank
Jerry Bullok (verified owner) –
Excellent Product and service!
Mike M. (verified owner) –
I am very impressed with the Affinity M. I love the MF action and the paint job is excellent. I am in the final stages of building a fly rod for a client on this blank and couldn’t be happier. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Eric (verified owner) –
Love the blank. Beautiful color. Spine marks are extremely helpful
Terrence Timmer (verified owner) –
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Gunnar Lobell (verified owner) –
I built this rod for a friend. He wanted a rod for grayling fishing.
He is mighty pleaced with the result!
The Affinity M works fine for graylings in smaller streams.
George M. (verified owner) –
Everything went pretty smoothly, considering I’m on the other side of the world.
Steven H. (verified owner) –
The blank and components I purchased from CTS fishing came together very nicely into a fine fishing rod. I can pick out the flaws in the build but despite my poor craftsmanship it’s a rod I’ll be very happy to use for years to come.
Caleb P. (verified owner) –
Pricey, but maybe my favorite rod blank out there
PAOLO (verified owner) –
very beautiful, only small smudge in the writing
James Fleming (verified owner) –
Affinity is my go to blank due to its liveliness and responsiveness.
Mirko Giust (verified owner) –
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michael bakker (verified owner) –
First class blank, casts and tracks beautifully, light weight yet strong using their latest technology.
A bonus is that the spline markings add assembly in the field on the finished rod {:-)
James Fleming (verified owner) –
Perfect action and feel for a 4 weight. Extremely responsive.
Ulrich Gölzer (verified owner) –
Ulrich Gölzer (verified owner) –
Keith Kline (verified owner) –
I love building on CTS blanks! Quality is top notch!
James Fleming (verified owner) –
Best blanks on the planet. What a great company.
Yancy Anderson (verified owner) –
This is going to be a sweet build. I’ll send u pics when I’m finished with it
Ed (verified owner) –
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Doug Stockton (verified owner) –
Markus Jenni (verified owner) –
Beautiful blank!
Richard S. (verified owner) –
Keith (verified owner) –
Very pleased with the quality of the rod blanks I received! And they arrived 2 days earlier than expected!
Tim M. (verified owner) –
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Peter Turnbull (verified owner) –
Superb rod for technical dry fly fishing! I built the Affinity M 8’6″ nominal 4 weight rod–it loads a 4 DT line beautifully.
Brent Rose (verified owner) –
Not much on writing reviews but I have enjoyed fishing all the rod I have purchased and That is 4or5 now both M and X series great blanks and great service. Thanks a happy customer
Ashley (verified owner) –
Best blanks in the bussiness A++
Jean-Francois PETIOT (verified owner) –
very nice blank.
Alexander Ursella (verified owner) –