We all use the term on a regular basis, but what actually is a Palakona cane rod? In 1882 Hardy invented a revolutionary system of building hexagonal-shaped or formed rods from lengths of split bamboo strip. Trade mark No 246936, they are sought after worldwide by collectors and anglers in equal numbers. All the cane […]
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This is the most common question we receive relating to split cane rods. Hardy introduced their new split cane rods in 1882. At the International Fisheries Exhibition of 1883 they won a Gold Medal for the product; the name being used for decades after. They pioneered the design, build and quality of this new method […]