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do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
jimi radesi
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Date: December 09, 2013 07:04PM
if so, where can i get one? 2nd preference is an 8ft 4wt 2pc. I've been unable to find either blank. thank you. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
gary Marquardt
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Date: December 09, 2013 07:18PM
Batson makes an 8' 4wt 2pc not sure about your first request. seems like there should be but I can't think of one off the top of my head. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Chip Clark
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Date: December 09, 2013 07:41PM
CTS makes them. Contact Herb Ladenheim (on sponsors' list at left). Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
jimi radesi
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Date: December 09, 2013 08:58PM
thanks fellas! Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Hydra Fishing, LLC
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Date: December 09, 2013 09:51PM
If you are ok with a 9', we've got one left on clearance from a private label run we did - [hydrafishing.com] - $60, Made in USA.
Got some really nice cork on sale and reel seats to match it as well - [hydrafishing.com] I can also see if we can run one for you, but it will take a couple weeks to be produced. We're working on fly blanks now, so it will be a little bit. Hydra Fishing, LLC Online: [www.hydrafishing.com] Facebook: [www.facebook.com] Email: info@hydrafishing.com Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Phil Erickson
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Date: December 09, 2013 10:24PM
St. Croix and Winston both have an 8 1/2' 3 wt 4pc, can't for the life of me, understand why one would want a 2pc when 4pc are available! Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
jimi radesi
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Date: December 10, 2013 07:30AM
Reason being, it will only travel in a truck and in hand (no need for saving space). I can't for the life of me understand why 4 pieces are the trend when adding sections lessens the power of the rod. A two piece is what I'm looking for and can't for the life of me understand why someone would post where I can find a four piece in that length and weight. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Herb Ladenheim
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Date: December 10, 2013 07:45AM
Thanks Chip,
Yes CTS has - or will build - what you want. Herb Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Ron Schneider
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Date: December 10, 2013 09:32AM
Part of the problem is that more and more customers are asking for 4 piece blanks, so manufacturers are going with the trend.
We do have in stock the Batson IF793 which is 7' 9" 3 wt, 2 pc. Also, some of the IF804 and F804 2 pc in 4 wt. Feel welcome to give us a call. Best wishes, Ron Schneider Schneider's Rod Shop Mountain Home, Arkansas [www.schneidersrods.com] mtnron40@yahoo.com 870-424-3381 Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Terry Turner
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Date: December 10, 2013 10:54AM
Ferrule designs these days really make multiple pieces perform well. A 4-piece rod won't detract from the rod's action as in older designs. You might be pleasantly surprised at this. If you find the length you want in a 4-piece, don't hesitate in buying it.
Terry Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Phil Erickson
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Date: December 10, 2013 11:31AM
With the modern ferrule technology, 4pc rods preform as well as 1 & 2 pc in every way, and of course much better in transport and storage! I guess one will have to decide what's more important....length and weight or number of pieces. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/10/2013 11:33AM by Phil Erickson. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
bill boettcher
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Date: December 10, 2013 11:59AM
I'm lazy I like 2 PC Bill - willierods.com Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
gary Marquardt
(141.211.233.---)
Date: December 10, 2013 12:59PM
I actually find it easier to wrap a 2 pc than a 4pc.
the Batson if793 that Ron mentions is a great blank for a 3 wt. light in hand and a delicate cast but still can punch out more line when needed. one of my favorites. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
jimi radesi
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Date: December 10, 2013 06:09PM
Not sure why I'm feeling the need to defend WHY I'm looking for this blank over readily available 4pc's, but...
The only benefit I see to having the option of breaking a rod down to multiple pieces is for ease of transportation. It's great to have four or more pieces while flying, hiking, driving a Prius, etc. For my 'customer' on this build, transportation of the rod is not a concern; function is. I find it hard to believe that with modern technology or any other varition of a sales pitch, that a 4pc will function the same as a two piece. The 1 connection on a two piece has an opportunity to seperate after casting repeatedly. Basic math tells me that opportunity increases with each additional connection. Finishing wraps at the base of each connection require thread and glue, that changes the completed rod by adding weight and structural differences that are minimized on a 2pc. Another concern is that 4pc rods are readily available and he wants something specific, something custom; hence the requirements of this request. My 'customer' is also lazy like Bill : ) and would rather connect (not to mention line up) with one half twist, not several. In this case, all factors (length, weight, & number of pieces) are EQUALLY important, there is no choice or trade-off to be made. I'm sensing that some custom rod builders are telling their customers, 'you want what?!, no, instead you I'll create something different because I know better what you want and should have than you do.' That would be my LAST order from that 'custom' rod builder. Looks like the end result here is that I can attempt to order a one of a kind rod blank from NZ if they are willing to make it and if this customer wants to pay that kind if loot. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Eugene Moore
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Date: December 10, 2013 08:25PM
Jimi,
I did find an 8' 2-piece 3 weight from T & T I too am disappointed at the meager supply of quality 2-piece rod blanks. Far too few. We are in the minority anymore. Why should someone sell lower priced 2-piece when they can make bigger profits by selling a 4-piece. All the US manufactures seem to be taking the higher profit stand. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
eric zamora
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Date: December 11, 2013 06:56AM
check with Angler's Workshop. they offer something close in their chalkstream and 2 piece IM6 blanks.
eric fresno, ca. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
gary Marquardt
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Date: December 11, 2013 08:18AM
At first I thought that maybe Jimi just didn't see the two piece rod he was looking for. But then I too looked for such a blank just out of curiosity. I totally agree with Jimi in that if that is what our customers what we should be able to get that. Why isit that we have to go halfway around the world to get a blank? With the hundreds of blanks available from all the major makers you would think this would be easy. Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
bill boettcher
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Date: December 11, 2013 04:13PM
I would suggest
batson I like the green - They are and have more power in the butt and are more durabule IMHO A nicer blank at a good price Bill - willierods.com Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
bill boettcher
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Date: December 11, 2013 04:14PM
I would suggest
IM 7 batson I like the green - They are and have more power in the butt and are more durabule IMHO A nicer blank at a good price Bill - willierods.com Re: do 8 1/2ft 3wt 2pc rod blanks exist?
Posted by:
Phil Erickson
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Date: December 11, 2013 06:39PM
It is as simple marketing 101...."Supply and Demand!" When there is no demand.................there is no supply!!!! Today most buyers want the convenience of short tubes for travel and storage, rather than hassling with longer pieces. If there was enough demand, there would be plenty to choose from! Keeping an inventory that far too few want, is a poor and costly business practice, a prescription for going out of business! Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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