Maybe a Medium or Medium-Light power salmon/steelhead blank? That would give you a little more backbone. -Chase
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If you are looking to stick with MHX, their Elite-X and Elite Pro freshwater rods might work. Look at some of the medium heavy models like, NEPS86MHF-MHX and NMB843-MHX. About twice the cost of the L902, but they are lighter, more sensitive and still maintain similar specs on power and lure weight.... don't let the freshwater/saltwater label limit you! I have a rod built on a "saltwater&q
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Thanks for the suggestion Roger, I might check those out. I believe one of my friends was using those. Jean- What length are the rods you are describing? Thanks!
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Hi Tom, I just signed up for the magazine on Tuesday. Will i be receiving this issue? Thanks! -Chase
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So i think this question has been asked before, but.... Where can you find a 14-16ft crappie rod blank? I've built a few 8-10 footers, but need to build some longer ones. Maybe its not worth my time since most guys are just using $50-$75 rods off the shelf.... I saw Get Bit Outdoors is making a 12ft one so I might try that, but really am looking for 14-16. Thanks! Chase
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Thanks for the great responses. Looks like i am headed down the right path especially with your suggestions. I'll just have to try a few and see how they turn out!
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Hey fellas, I'm thinking about turning some acrylic and making some rings to add into handles. I'm trying to think through the best process and have a couple questions... I was thinking that i can turn the acrylic and drill and cut into rings first. Then i would glue up the handle in whatever order/combonation of cork and acrylic that I desire. At this point i would have the acrylic sande
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Thanks for all the replies. Lots of knowledge here. -Chase
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Hey guys, I was wondering what everyone uses to glue their tiptops on? Do you use tip top cement or just any adhesive/glue? I've used a couple different outdoor/marine adhesives from the hardware store that i had lying around and they seem to work fine. Any issues or concerns with certain products? Thanks! -Chase
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Does anyone use a heat gun to get out bubbles in epoxy? Or should i just stick with my lighter? Thanks!
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