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SF guide as tiptop
Posted by: Jon Christensen (---.albq.qwest.net)
Date: May 27, 2011 12:27AM

I've been thinking seriously about using a single foot guide instead of a tubed tiptop on my next rod - an RX7 6'6" 2pc 2wt.
Any suggestions on the best way to go about this? Anything I need to pay special attention to?
Thanks.

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Re: SF guide as tiptop
Posted by: Tom Kirkman (Moderator)
Date: May 27, 2011 10:02AM

It's done all the time. If the guide itself is sturdy enough to serve as a tiptop, you'll be fine.

Some builders use a fly tying bobbin to wind on a single foot at the blank tip.

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Re: SF guide as tiptop
Posted by: roger wilson (---.hsd1.mn.comcast.net)
Date: May 28, 2011 08:26AM

Jon,
The only downside to the use of a single foot guide for a tip, is that the typical UNBRACED single foot guide may have bending issues - especially if accidentally abused somewhat.
There should not be a problem with bending under normal use and with the tip not hitting or being caught in any thing.

Take care
Roger

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