i am new to rod building, where can i find the supplies i need at decent prices and books or videos
to help me on building me a good surf rod. length im looking for will be 10 ' to 15 ' in one piece blank.

next question is i have two old rods that need repaired new grips & eyes rewrapped but how do i get the reel seat off with out damaging the rod or the reel seat .

The whole list of sponsors at the left can take care of you. Personally, I prefer Neal's Fishing Products and Hook & Hackle. But like I said, they are all great and can get you where you need to be.

The reel seat can usually be removed by dipping in boiliing water to soften the bond.Depends on the type(graphite,brass,wood etc..).If the grips are EVA(foam) you may be able to replace them without removing the seat.With the price of reel seats(unless its a special fly rod seat) I usually cut them off with the dremel and replace it(most times no more than $10.00).As for supplies seee the list on the left and contact some for catalogs,you can maybre then make a decision as to who you would like to deal with.They are all dedicated and do a fine job.

Freddwhy (Rapt-Ryte)

RodMaker volume 7 #1 had an in-depth article on building surf rods.

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Get Tom Kirkman's book, "Rodbuilding Guide" from one of the sponsors. An excellent how-to book aimed at beginners. Does not cover repairs, but you can get your answers to that here on the board.

fishsticks4u had a huge sale on surf rod blanks recently, and they may still have a few. talk to robert.