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2pc Snapper Rod
Posted by: jeff miller (---.dsl.mdsnwi.sbcglobal.net)
Date: August 19, 2011 05:07PM

I have a request to build a 2pc 7-7.6ft rod for snappers.
This will go to N.Z. hence the 2pc or 3pc
Spinning rod
Currently the customer is using a couple of dropshot rods and likes the action.
Using 15lb braid and bottum fishing with plastics.
I really don't have any experience building this type of rod.
I am looking for blank recomendations.

I looked for 7-7.6ft 15lb 2 and 3pc blanks and came up with the following
MHXSJ843-2 / P844-2
StCroix 2S70HF2
Lamiglas GSH902MT
Batson IP843F - IP844F

Any thoughts?
Thanks
Jeff Miller

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Re: 2pc Snapper Rod
Posted by: Ron Schneider (---.mid.suddenlink.net)
Date: August 19, 2011 07:01PM

If the thought is "fast" action, I suggest the Batson IC847-3, or SB843-3, SB845-3.
Here are some links;
[www.schneidersrods.com]

[www.schneidersrods.com]

Best wishes,
Ron Schneider
Schneider's Rod Shop
Mountain Home, Arkansas
[www.schneidersrods.com]
mtnron40@yahoo.com
870-424-3381

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Re: 2pc Snapper Rod
Posted by: Jim Gamble (---.tampabay.res.rr.com)
Date: August 19, 2011 10:54PM

Look here ... [stcroixrods.com].

Very well respected, St Croix Inshore Travel Blanks. It doesn't get much better. You can even find matching cases here ... [stcroixrods.com]

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Re: 2pc Snapper Rod
Posted by: Grant Darby (---.wavecable.com)
Date: August 20, 2011 03:17PM

And if you are looking for a very nice 3 piece for travel purposes, check the Rainshadow SWT series. I have several for Mexico trips and in my opinion they are under rated as far as line weight. I also saw a neat travel case for up to three, three or two piece rods. Carry on use only, clear acrylic with locking caps and removable carry strap. The clear acrylic is pretty neat, TSA can see what's inside and there is no need to unpack and repack.

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