Hello, I'm on the last step of my first build and had a question. I haven't attached the butt cap yet because I was worried about balance so here are the questions I have. The rod is tip heavy and I know that has to do with reel seat placement but I like the current handle length.If I add about 3/4oz to the butt the rod is a little tip up with my finger right above the reel seat. This rod will b
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Hello, I'm ready to place my guides and had a few questions. I'm setting this up as a casting rod. I planned on using the following sizes 8 double, 6 single, and the rest 5's. After reading the rod building box that came with the kit I hope I didn't go to small on the first guide. I know I need to static test the rod to layout the rest of the guides but the first guide has me a little confused.
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Hello, I'm building my first rod (MB843) and it's time for guide placement. I understand that static testing but I'm unsure where to place the first guide. The book I recieved with my kit from Mudhole talks about basing on how the line comes off the reel. I was a little confused by this and maybe I just need to read through it again. Can anyone offer me some advice on this or is there another wa
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How does the construction of the rod effect the sensitivity? Does it have to do with guide type and placement? Thanks,
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Hello, I'm sorry up front if this has been covered before which I'm sure it has but I have a couple of questions. Any help would be greatly appreciated. It's hard to make the jump to rods you can't feel, test, or see. 1. What is the sensitivity like on the standard MHX and elite blanks compared to factory rods. I'm currently using some Dobyns Champion, Dobyn Savy, Powell Max, Powell Endurance.
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