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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Thank you David, with all this new information, it is making a lot more sense to me now. Thank you for the way you explained that for me. Best regards, Mike
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Thanks Lance, will certainly take a look at the video!! Best regards, Mike
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Hi Michael, Thank you! I really appreciate the help. I am actually trying to keep the reel size at 2500 or less I would prefer a 1500 for this rod. Furthermore, I do not want to use anything heavier than 8LB test mono. With that said, I will go with the 16 - now things are starting to make more sense! Thanks again Michael! Mike
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Hi Norman, Thank you for the detailed information. I do have somewhat of a better understanding after your explanation. I do have another question for you and it is in regard to the KL20H and the KL 25H guides that started out the guide set on the two main groups you mentioned. When I ran the rod through the software, I got almost the exact same recommendation within those groups, starting
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Thank you Brad for the insight and the tips on placement of microguides! I am sure that would help tremendously! Mike
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Thank you Robert!!! I appreciate the information!
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Thank you very much for the insight and the link!
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4 years ago
Mike Jent
Hi, I am relatively new to rod building (last two years) and could use some insight/advice. I am thoroughly confused when it comes to which Fuji guides I should use on a rod. For example, I am gong to build a new, light action spinning rod for Crappie and Bluegill. However, when I look at the Fuji guides, there are literally a dozen different types of spinning guides (for example K, KLH, KW,
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