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Micro Guides
Posted by: Walt Lukowski (151.145.238.---)
Date: October 08, 2010 11:14PM

Has any one put micro guides on a steelhead rod, I have a 9' 6" 4 to 8 LB line , would the micros work, this is a spinning rod?

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Re: Micro Guides
Posted by: Terry Morrell (---.dsl.wch2ks.sbcglobal.net)
Date: October 09, 2010 12:16AM

Yes I have put them on and they work OK.

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Re: Micro Guides
Posted by: Phil Brenner (198.217.64.---)
Date: October 09, 2010 05:23AM

Just built a batson xst1143 with fuji 4s. Mine is casting however, but i cant see that meaning much, great rod.

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Re: Micro Guides
Posted by: Tom Kirkman (Moderator)
Date: October 09, 2010 08:32AM

You can use the smallest guides that will still pass your line and any connections.

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Re: Micro Guides
Posted by: Bill Stevens (---.br.br.cox.net)
Date: October 09, 2010 10:48AM

Take a look at a graphic comparison of the line you are considering in comparison to the internal diameter of the guide.

[www.rodbuilding.org]

If you are seeking guides all vendor's who advertise on this forum use the term micro guide or mini guide when referenceing the guides you are considering.

Specific guides which will meet the requirements you seek have been used on saltwater vertical jig rods. They will meet the strength requirements for muskie rods.

For more information use the Contact Us link at : [www.swamplandtackle.com]

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Re: Micro Guides
Posted by: Spencer Phipps (---.war.clearwire-wmx.net)
Date: October 09, 2010 09:48PM

The "M" frame spinning guide down to 4 mm has been used on production rods for that line weight for 20 years.

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