I have recently gotten a few requests to repair rods for things like broken guides and tip tops that have rings popped out.. I have not really marketed any service, - this has been from bass club buddies, etc: There have not been a lot of requests, but enough to get me to thinking about taking it to the next level.

I was wondering if anyone who is more experienced in the repair side could provide a recommendation for an assortment of tip tops, and guides to carry on hand? I have been building rods for about 3 years, and have used mostly Fuji Alconites, and Batson micros. I am not real knowledgeable of other brands.

Around this area, are mostly bass and crappie fisherman. Don't see a lot of saltwater.

Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

Sincerely
Bert Nagy

When you get an order to fix a rod, do not just order one guide- order maybe 6 -8 and then you will build up your supply and when the next one comes along you have the guide .

mark them so it is easy to find

Bill - willierods.com

Take a good look at what there is on most of the rods you see.

I would get a set of double foot guides may be 5 of each size in alconite 12, 10 8, 7, 6, I would also get some sv guides in 16, 10 , 8, 7, 6 . Also get a variety of tip tops in Alconite. Mostly. a size 6 ring with tubes from 5 to 7 inclusive.

The whole pile should not cost you more then 75-80 bucks. Which you should be able to recoup quickly at $7 to $10 an repair.

Rolly Beenen
Rovic Custom Rods