Guys A friend asked me to build him a rod. I'm struggling to find a 7' 3# rod that is two pieces. Any suggestions? I would prefer to stick with Batson but have look at others. Does anyone build on phoenix? I'm open for suggestions.
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thank you guy. I hope you all are off to a great 2015 and you have been able to stay flu free.
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hey guys I've always used REC guides but I'm looking to build a 3# fly rod for a friend and he wants it to be as light as possible. who makes the lightest guides? I'm looking at Alps, forecast and REC. if I need to look at other brands let me know. tell me what you think.
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Call decal connection. They are great
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You can find someone local to help. Where do you live? I've built several rods and you will run into trouble. I would post here where you live and hook up with one of the guys
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Thanks for the suggestions guys.
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Hey guys need some help. I'm looking for some opinions on choosing a blank for a drop shot rig or shakey heads. I've been looking at a few options from Batson and liberty blanks. I'm not looking for an expensive rod blank. This is for me. I'm just looking for popular opinion on this one. If there is a blank outside of Batson let me know.
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I guess I have to teach myself how to use one of these pens.
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Hey guys, anyone ever use a watercolor pencil to write on blanks? Ive heard people do it and I know you have to rough up the blank but I haven't heard anyone use this with success. Not that anyone has failed either... Let me know if you have done this.
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Greg Email me johnwratcliff@gmail.com I would love to help
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That is a nice looking rod. I don't build as many rods as some here but I don't bother balancing my bass rods. The only thing that matters is that you like how it feels and you feel confident that it will catch fish. After all if you don't like it you wont fish it. Just my opinion.
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Thanks guys. I was going to just remove them all but just wanted to ask.
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Guys question for you. I'm fixing up a rod for a buddy. I'm replacing one guide. All the other guides are fine except the epoxy. Its yellow and cracked up. So I carefully removed the epoxy and left the wraps are in tact. The problem is the black wraps are a little yellow. Do I need to replace the wraps or will new epoxy cover and be ok. Please let me know.
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Warm it and use the credit card.
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Ok so there is some interest. I'll start looking for a place to hold it and topics.
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Guys, I am looking for any replacement options for guide foot adhesive. I lost my stick and I'm broke. I'm putting a rod together a rod for myself with micro guides. Is there an alternative? Tape doesn't work very well. Anyone find alternatives? I will be buying some but for now I can't since I am temporarily out of work. Please help. John
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Hey guys I live in middle TN and I know there are several folks that live in middle TN. I know I have spoken to several people in the past about getting some people together for a day of sharing tips and tricks. I know the guys in southern KY get together every once and a while. Jeremy, I would love to talk with you about this as well. There are some talented folks up there. The question is woul
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Maybe they just had a Revelation and decided to make a change!
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Kevin and crew are good people. I have purchased several items from them.
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You don't have to use the decal. If u want to u can.
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I turn my cork on the blank. I do it that way for a couple reasons. I think its easier. You have to protect the blank. I put tape at the spots where the rod supports touch the blank and all up and down the blank next to the surface that is being sanded. Just protect the blank.
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Bill I will one day do a spiral wrap but not now. I've never really thought about it. My skills are still developing. I have sold few rods but mostly too friends. I'll post a pick of my mag bass rod one day. I'll want some feedback when I do. Eugene I'll send measurements when I get home. I'm traveling with work in Memphis and actually found myself by the Strike King corporate office today
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Steve its a CB80H. Got a great price on it. It will be the largest rod in my arsenal. I live on a large lake in TN and will be throwing some deep cranks as well as pitching/flipping a bit.im going to have fun with this rod when its done. I'm also building my first fly rod...my friends say that fly fishing is like crack for anglers. So who knows I may only see limited action with this big rod. But
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Thanks Joe. That's more insight then I've gotten in a long time. I'll be running braid on this rod. I do want to keep the line from touching the blank. I did buy some Batson guides, 13 of them (4mm)so I should be good.
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This is a casting rod. I feel like a giant when holding these. I see the standard guide settings but I don't think they fly with these small guides. I ordered extra guides to be flexible. How many different sizes are you all using?
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Question for you all. I'm about to build my first rod with micro guides. I'm building a 8ft Batson heavy action rod. I'm looking for suggestions on spacing. Is it just a matter of trial and error? Since I've never built a rod with micro guides any and all advice is welcome. Thanks
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Man, I'm basically a hobby builder. I have sold a few. Now I have made some stupid mistakes. I like to position what I do as more like a custom shoe. What I mean is that I try to make different handles and grips. I like to focus on how you hold your rod. The length and type of handle, in my humble opinion, should be a very personal item. It should be comfortable as well as functional. Now I'm no
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