I want to build a 7' light action spinning rod 12-25# rating. I am thinking of using Fuji Tangle free K-series guides KLAG.I could use some insight as to size of guides to use.Thanks for any help.

What size reel are you going to put on it? For my I go with 30's down to 4's fresh water, or 6's for saltwater.

Okuma 30 spinning reel. Salt water use



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/19/2018 09:37AM by John DeLuca.

Seems like "light action" isn't right for what you are doing. I suggest you pick a blank, give us all the specs, include what type and test line you'll be using, and go from there.

Also, check out the Anglers REsource catalog, available in the left column of sponsors. It covers the K series guides in detail. I think the size recommended above for salt runners is about right.

Blank will probably be PACBAY


PACIFIC BAY
MAG BASS BLANKS
MODEL NO. LENGTH LINE WT. PCS ACTION TIP BUTT SIZE BLANK WT.

T2MBC845 7' 12-25 lb. 1 Fast 5.50 .606 3.88

I will be using braid 17#



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/19/2018 09:56AM by John DeLuca.

Since you are using braid with with a size 30 reel I would certainly consider doing a KR concept build. For the reduction train I would use KL20H, KL10H, and KL5.5M, followed by six or seven KB/KT size 5 or 4.5. Use the Fuji KR GPS at Anglers Resource for line placement. The stripper would be placed at about 20” from the spool tip. The KR concept gives a very light and responsive rod that casts great.

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