I left my issue of Rodmaker with the info on suppliers at work. Can some one please give me the info on the foam and grip cover suppliers.

Thank you.

You can now get all that stuff from Riley Rods, link is to the left.

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If you don't see what you are looking for please contact us. We probably have it.

Thanks,
Mike

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Thank you for bringing my attention to Riley Rods and the fact they have foam and c/f sleaves.

To answer Justin's question Google sollar composites for sleaves and US composites. Neither of these companies are board sponsors which why I'm happy to see Riley Rods carry these type of products. However I do have a couple of questions for Mike Pedersen.

First question is about the foam and what you call RR-5.5 FOAM, I'm guessing that 5.5lb and then the description goes on to say "Maintains its lightness over cork with better structural integrity than standard 4# foam." I was under the impression that the standard was 8lb foam, would this foam withstand a rod holder? Looks like you're fishing big water/big fish so whatever you're using would work in Oregon for salmon/steelhead.

How are the straight fiberglass sleaves to work with? I like the colors without the black carbon strands.

I don't build a lot of rods so your Baker's Dozen cores look like a great deal.

Thanks

Mike

Thank you for the help

Mike - yes it is 5.5# density. I have all densities from 2# to 16# on hand. To get different densities it is just straight ratios. 50% 8# and 50% 4# = 6#. I've made a couple thousand cores over the last year and found the 5.5# density to suit me best personally and I build light inshore to heavy offshore and have not had any issues (I am on the water a lot). As far as standards go, I'm not sure there is one yet but 4# is plenty for light stuff and 8# is more than needed for heavier stuff.

The colored glass is a little more stiff than the naturals. Just takes a little practice. We also offer excellent color matching from 2" x 2" swatches. There is a $25 start up cost per color that Riley Rods will split with you and the color is on file for 1 year.

We are The National Distributor of Soller Composites for the Fishing Industry. Jon knows about the issues with creases and alignment in the past and is very careful to "soft roll' all the sleeving he sends our way. I in turn really open it up to let it 'breath' and stay in the most usable condition. It has made a huge difference in my finished product. Don't even use heat shrink half the time anymore.

Anyone interested in the Extreme Bargain Baker's Dozen, it will only be available until this Sunday the 5th. I need a break. I'm getting a little behind on other things

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I spoke with Mr. Pedersen's wife today on the phone as I was inquiring about the fun with foam kit. Mrs. Pedersen was extremely helpful and I would reccomend Riley Rods to anyone.