i want to build a telescopic flippin stick, that is lighter than the old quantum i have, so looking for suggestions on what handle and blanks to get,

thank you for the help

Look at the specials section of GetBitOutdoors.com, they have a nice 7 1/2 foot blank quite reasonable. (IFS764x_M/DG) I'm building one with a regular Fuji cast reel seat , and Winn grips. Winn's are lighter than cork and have great grip. My guide choices are Fuji RV stripper than 5mm Fuji KBAG (I think that is the designation, they are the K series belly guides). I've tried it with guides taped on and it seems to work fine. Make sure you put the 1st guide far enough out so it doesn't interfere with the telescoping action, and don't put the butt knob on until the tip is properly inserted. Obvious, but I almost screwed my build up.

Do you know the difference between the IFS764x_M/DG and the FS764xG/B i can see 1 is dark green, the other is black but what is the "i" for? how long does the handle have to be? are you using the split grips


thanks



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 04/16/2016 02:53PM by Terry Fude.

Terry,
if you are in the Ripon WI area, and I think you might be, and want to save on shipping and parts cost email me and we can put a parts order in together if you decide to order through Mud Hole.
Buzz

thanks, i will let you know when i finally decide on one

I am using split grips. I put the handle just a little longer than my ordinary 9" from butt to reel seat. The blank I have is flat dark green, looks good with Winn burnt orange. I'm not sure that combining orders makes more sense than just ordering the blank from GBO for under $50.

I'm using the 4.5 inch grip, not the 3.5.
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i saw those and also the one for $20, didnt know the difference, they have almost the same model number, except 1 is blk and 1 is the dk green, the green one has an "i" in the model number so i figure it must be a higher grade model. thank you for the ideas for the winn grip,

thanks
terry

If you are talking about blanks from GetBit, call them and discuss them. They are very accessible and helpful.

they said the IFS model is much lighter and has more feel which sounded good as i want it to be much lighter.