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Length of "tape-on" ice handle?
Posted by: Marcus McCleery (---.nwlnmn.broadband.dynamic.tds.net)
Date: January 17, 2024 05:16PM

Funny how things cycle! 40 years ago we built ice rod handles to accommodate taping on a reel, then "rings" were the thing then reel seats! Now the tape on thing is back. How long are you guys making the mid grip? The high end store handles are 3 1/4". I have big hands and that seems too short? 4"? I made my personal rods 5ish" to fit my hands. I'll try to add a photo if I can.
Thanks! Marcus
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Marcus McCleery

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Re: Length of "tape-on" ice handle?
Posted by: Marcus McCleery (---.nwlnmn.broadband.dynamic.tds.net)
Date: January 17, 2024 05:18PM

Don't think my photo worked? How do you add a photo?

Marcus McCleery

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Re: Length of "tape-on" ice handle?
Posted by: Marcus McCleery (---.nwlnmn.broadband.dynamic.tds.net)
Date: January 17, 2024 05:31PM

Sorry "Wisdom Overload" I already asked the question about the handle length.

I would like to know how to add a photo?

Marcus McCleery

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Re: Length of "tape-on" ice handle?
Posted by: roger wilson (---)
Date: January 17, 2024 10:25PM

When I was making ice rods, I typically used either 5 inch or 7 inch grips for use with tape on reels.
Use the one that works best for you.

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