Does anyone plan on bringing any carbon fibre with them to the show to sell? I have looked at the vendors and did not see Sollar. I was hoping to be able to pick up some more while I was there.

Tom

Scott's Custom Rods or FishSticks is going to be your best bet for that kind of thing at the Expo.

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Thomas, I will not be bringing any sleeves to the show, it is just as easy to buy form Sollar. Thanks Scott

thanks guys, I will put in an order with Sollar today. See you all at the expo

Tom

Riley Rods is an authorized Soller Composites distributor and we will be having all sizes, types and colors available (including the new ones!) We have and will be maintaining an inventory specifically for the rod builder. I'll post some pics of the new style sleeve process it is "Soft Rolled" eliminating the creases and makes layup much simpler. We will ensure it stays that way when it gets to you. Our online store will be up before the expo.

Stop by our booth for everything needed to make your own composite grips.

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Mike,

Sorry I didn't mention you - didn't know you had it for sale.

I'm sure more than few guys will be taking a hard look at it at the Expo after seeing some carbon skin grips up close for the very first time.

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Mike, I will definately be coming to see you. can you shoot me an email to the house at tnginc@cox.net? I have a few questions for you and I don't want to take up bandwith.

thanks,
Tom

How are you guys cutting the tubing? What the best way?

I use scissors.

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I use utility shears but most decent heavy scissors are fine. The Kevlar is the only sleeving that gets a little tough to cut but $15 shop shears work as well as the $70 specialty scissors.

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We are talking about Texalium handles, correct? We have a cut off saw that will barely get through it! Any expounding on an alternate method is greatly appreciated.

Kevin

They're talking about the poured foam handles that are sleeved with the carbon material

Mike (Southgate, MI)
If I don't want to, I don't have to and nobody can make me (except my wife) cuz I'm RETIRED!!

I cut the carbon with a strait edge and razor blade (utility type).