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float rods
Posted by: Mark Boggs (---.eugn.qwest.net)
Date: May 26, 2006 02:36PM

Hello, I'm looking for some information on building float rods (to be used with a center pin reel). I've built rods for about five years but this is a new format for me. With input from my customer, I've got the handle and reel seat configuration determined, but am interested in the typical size and style of guides used and general spacing of these guides. The rod will be 10' 6" with an overall handle length of about 22". Any input would be appreciated.

Mark Boggs

Springfield, OR



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/26/2006 05:33PM by Mark Boggs.

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Re: float rods
Posted by: David Banaka (209.152.40.---)
Date: May 26, 2006 05:45PM

What is the blank rated at? Spinning or casting?

David Banaka

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Re: float rods
Posted by: Mark Boggs (---.eugn.qwest.net)
Date: May 26, 2006 06:54PM

It is actually an 8 wt. fly blank.

Mark Boggs

Springfield, OR

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Re: float rods
Posted by: Randy Gerrick (---.dsl.clevoh.ameritech.net)
Date: May 27, 2006 10:00AM

Since the rod (I'm assuming) will be used on your West coast salmon and steel a midframe spinning guide should work out just fine #20 for the butt guide to maybe #6 at the tip. As far as guide spacing goes I usually go with approx. one guide per foot and then adjust the spacing during the test casting and static testing. I don't have any set measurements for placement and this seems to work for me.

Good luck,

Randy

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