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Beginner Rod Builder
Posted by: Daryl Stehling (---.vctrcmta01.vctatx.tl.dh.suddenlink.net)
Date: August 16, 2015 02:44PM

I'm just starting out and this will be my first casting rod to build. I'm looking to use this for topwater and plastics in the saltwater inshore reds and trouts.

I have been looking at the MHX SJ812 , Phenix MX-69ML-B or the Rainshadow IMMP70ML Blanks


I’m not sure what Guides or Casting reel seat to pair with these choices? Is a 1 piece or 2 piece reel seat better for a beginner?



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 08/16/2015 02:45PM by Daryl Stehling.

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Re: Beginner Rod Builder
Posted by: Miles Miller (---.lightspeed.mssnks.sbcglobal.net)
Date: August 16, 2015 05:08PM

Is this your very first build? If it is I personally would suggest looking at Mudhole's CRB blanks/kits. When it comes to components, everyone will be willing to give you suggestions, but you will find more out by researching the forum and the library on this site.

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Re: Beginner Rod Builder
Posted by: Daryl Stehling (---.vctrcmta01.vctatx.tl.dh.suddenlink.net)
Date: August 16, 2015 08:05PM

Thanks.. I missed seeing those kits before. I went back and checked the Catalog and found one that will work..

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Re: Beginner Rod Builder
Posted by: Jeff Davis (---.pools.spcsdns.net)
Date: August 18, 2015 08:17PM

I second the CRB kits. I like using the fuji alconite guides on my personal rods. Enjoy the addiction :)

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Re: Beginner Rod Builder
Posted by: Ryan McBride (---.wavecable.com)
Date: August 26, 2015 11:15AM

Although thank you for wanting a RainShadow Immortal rod blank, this would be a great build for you. I would suggest building on a cheaper blank to get used to it. Many of our customers love these 2 models that will give you similar properties as the Immortal Popping blank.
Intermediate modulus
[www.rainshadowrodblanks.com]
[www.rainshadowrodblanks.com]
Standard modulus
[www.rainshadowrodblanks.com]

Components: [alpsforecast.com]
Its your choice. No wrong or right answer. Just depends on budget.

R. McBride

Batson Enterprises
BatsonEnterprises.com | RainShadowRodBlanks.com | ALPSForeCast.com | Build2Fish.com

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