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5 weeks ago
William Giokas
Any thoughts on these new rods. Here is what I am hearing …they are very light but if you happen to break on replacement turnaround is a big problem at Sage. Also , two models to chose from Core and Salt. Bill
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4 months ago
William Giokas
2. OPST
Anyone know who makes their rod blanks? Thanks Bill
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5 months ago
William Giokas
I am looking at building the new Sage R8 Salt rod. But after tallying up the cost of components etc. I would only save maybe $200. So , what to do...pay full retail and get the rod built by Sage or build it myself.
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1 year ago
William Giokas
So I was thinking of building a Sage R8 rod and when I added up. all the components am\nd materials I would only save $100 . I am on the fence as to whether to proceed. Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
Ron , if Sage is not using them which reel seat do they use? Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
Anyone use Lemke Reel Seats I believe that Sage rods uses them. If how do you like them? Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
Thanks Tom . Makes perfect sense as to why the grips are cheaper. Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
What or why are preformed cork grips cheaper than the same grip made with individual cork rings?
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1 year ago
William Giokas
I would like to know more about your computer and what the cost is per ring . Thanks Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
I was told by Sage that certain dealers will be carrying the new Sage R8 blank . Anyone know whom that might be? It would be a high volume dealer. Thank Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
Why not try a switch rod., while it is longer (11 ft) you use two hands to cast it and it is easier on the shoulder . Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
I like Maui Jim’s. I get the amber lens . I fish mostly saltwater on Cape Cod. Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
John the problem I had with brushes the yellow handle ones is that they were not trimmed evenly. Hence, I had difficulty applying the finish. Just an observation of what I got in my Flexcoat kit. I look forward to your new brushes . Bill
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1 year ago
William Giokas
Is there a better option out there ? These brushes are probably made in China and a not of good quality. Bill
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2 years ago
William Giokas
I got my rings from Proof flyfishing. I have use him in the past and the cork was excellent. Bill
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2 years ago
William Giokas
Sorry for asking this common question but who is selling good cork rings these days? I have been out of rod building for a couple of years . Thanks for your patience? Bill
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2 years ago
William Giokas
Hi, I wonder if you guys can help me out . Has anyone have information on a T&T SC 9'6" 9wt fly rod? I have tried searching the web for information about this rod. Thanks Bill
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3 years ago
William Giokas
Another vote for mudhole.
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3 years ago
William Giokas
A few typos on my post...you can perhaps find it on @#$%&. The higher end caliper isn't necessary.
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3 years ago
William Giokas
I am a retired machinist and the cheaper digital caliper will work just fine for what you are going to use it for. The higher end caliper necessary. That being said perhaps you can find one of the high end calipers on @#$%&. Bill
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3 years ago
William Giokas
Has anyone built this rod. The rods are made offshore but the company is in Alberta , CA. Thanks Bill
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3 years ago
William Giokas
Has anyone built this rod. The rods are made offshore but the company is in Alberta , CA. Thanks Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
I use a cheap drill lathe and it works for me. I had a local machine shop make me a couple of mandrels for my live center.
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4 years ago
William Giokas
How do you get a rather large bubble out of a pre loaded syringe of Flexcoat? My Flexcoat syringe has a large bubble and I wonder how to get it out before I apply it to the rod wraps . The bubble is in the Resin syringe. Thanks in advance. Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
I use 30 minute epoxy to bond my cork grip and reel seat to the blank. I have never had any issues with this method. Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
Here is what I use to secure the real seat to the blank. I have never had a problem with these urethane bushings. Rec one of our sponsors carries them. Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
Thank you John for posting the video on applying Flexcoat. I usual just spin the blank by hand but now I'll try using my rotisserie motor to power wrap the finish. I also did not know about the various color brushes. Thanks Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
So, I have been using Flex Coat for all my rod projects. Please explain your finish of choice and why you like it. Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
Interesting suggestion about the brush not touching the blank. I'll give it a try. Never thought of that. Thanks. Bill
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4 years ago
William Giokas
What do you guys use when applying Flexcoat?I Use the supplied brushes but I was wondering if there are better brushes to use with this epoxy finish. To me this is what separates the pros from the amateurs. Bill
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