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Bottom Bouncer Blank
Posted by: Kevin Norstuen (---.kc.res.rr.com)
Date: February 17, 2012 10:53PM

Hi guys. I looking to build a couple of bottom bouncer rods. Nothing longer than 6'6". I find 7' blanks are hard on the wrist fising all day during our fly-in Canada trip. Would like a blank rated to 1 oz. Would also like a Medium action (I think). I find most heavy blanks don't have enough flex to fight big walleyes to my liking.

Any suggestions? What do you like?

Thanks...Kevin

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Re: Bottom Bouncer Blank
Posted by: randy stainer (---.ks.ks.cox.net)
Date: February 18, 2012 04:39AM

Look at the MHX MB782 - 6'6", med power, fast action, 8-14 line, 3/16 - 5/8 lure OR
CB783 - 6'6", med power, mod fast action, same line and lure rating

I find lure weight does not directly correlate to the bottom bouncer weight a rod will work effectively. Finding a moderate action, 1 ounce lure rated, 6'6" blank may prove a challenge.

Good luck

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Re: Bottom Bouncer Blank
Posted by: roger wilson (---.hsd1.mn.comcast.net)
Date: February 18, 2012 08:04AM

Kevin,
If you do have a 7-8 foot blank that you like you could always chop the butt of the blank, or make the rod with an extra long handle to take care of the leverage issue.

Good luck
Roger

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