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My data from "The Big Picture" says . . . .
Posted by: Tim Collins (---.hsd1.mi.comcast.net)
Date: February 28, 2012 08:41PM

Still waiting for spring to show so yesterday I decided to check a 10wt I bought awhile back and see what it indicates for The Big Picture. I used my spotting scope tripod and a benchrest tripod, a short level with the AA card taped on it, and the wifes hardwood kitchen floor. I made a jig like the illustration and kept everything level and the data seems like - if I can get the terminology right - the upper section will load a 10wt line and it has a really strong butt section". If I am incorrect, please tell me what I do have, thanks.

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Re: My data from "The Big Picture" says . . . .
Posted by: Eugene Moore (---.dhcp.stls.mo.charter.com)
Date: February 29, 2012 06:02PM

Tim,
If the tapers are applied correctly, it's common to have a moderate- fast to fast action blank that checks 2 to 3 line weights firmer in the butt section. As long as the tip section shows the correct line weight for casting.
This is much preferrable to a rod that casts the line weight specified, but has a weak butt coupled to a stout tip.
The rod loads correctly and "feels" fine , but when pushed will result in uncontrolled oscillation of the tip. ( Poor damping )

Eugene Moore

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Re: My data from "The Big Picture" says . . . .
Posted by: Tim Collins (---.hsd1.mi.comcast.net)
Date: March 01, 2012 07:43AM

Thanks Eugene for the reply. And to the others as well.

Trust, but verify - Ronald Reagan

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