Hi all! I am looking to build 1/2 oz spoon throwing spinning rod for (2-4 lb) trout fishing. I need casting distance. Is there a blank to outcast them all? Happy New Year! Thank you.
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this is exactly how I did it. you can always call on Tuesday to confirm if not cancel order.
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as a matter of fact IPS SD16CC is a real seat part number of the image attached with email. grips are dark grey or black in color(hard to say), images of 3k and 1k grip sets also attached.
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that I don't know. Offer above was the one i received. Image attached to email shows spinning reel seat. The only option available is 3k or 1k carbon fiber grip set. Maybe I missed casting seat Offer. one way or the other : cheap is good-free is better, I'll take anything:) it is hard to pass on blank+seat+grip set at $100.
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there is nothing in email to indicate carbon color options, I assume it'll be Grey. Just like they say "EVERY XRAY BLANK" . 3 blanks = 3 sets of free goodies. My guess, they will match reel seat size to blank size u order.
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this is email from NFC. no code needed. I did call and confirmed. any x -ray will come with seat and grip
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FLASH SALE!: EVERY XRAY BLANK ORDER RECEIVES A FREE REEL SEAT AND SOFT TOUCH GRIP KIT! Eligible on new orders only. We were able to get our hands on some Fuji IPS reel-seats that fit perfectly with the soft touch IPS grips. Every Xray blank order placed from Today to 9/5 is eligible (we initially made a type saying that the flash sale will go to 9/31, this was intended to be 8/31, but since La
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by the way they run great sale now till 5th I think. You get free seat, grip and butt. My kid stepped on SB-683 last weekend so I went and bought 3 of them this time around. This is how much I like it.
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I went with 16 vss seat, NFC carbon fiber grip, butt and hidden thread hood.
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Yes, North Fork Composite X Ray.
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SB -683 is very nice. It was my first build with Fuji KR titanium, ended up being a bit less then 2.8oz. Very sensitive, I had people aking me where I get it from and why it cast so far. I am able to feel bites of fish as little as 4 inches long in size on 10 lb braid. with 14 lb rating it can do a lot. SJ 703 is also nice, being ML it is a bit slower; might be better for jigging. If you have re
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Hi all, I am thinking to try out slow pitch jigging game on Lake Michigan up 100 ft depth. Before I go and buy slow pitch conventional reel I am thinking to use spinnig reel to see if I like this type of fishing. Has anyone built slow pitch jig spinnig rod? Can you help with guide size and placement.? Is this a bad idea? Why? Thanks for help.
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Norm, I could use tentative guide layout. Thanks a lot.
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Spencer, Lake Michigan and surrounding rivers fishing. 10 lb Braid Thanks.
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Spencer, Lake Michigan and surrounding rivers fishing. 10 lb Braid Thanks.
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Norm, How many running guides should I use and what size? I am thinking 7 size 4.5 or bump it up a bit? Thanks.
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KLH 16H, KLH 8H,
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Hi all, I am planning to build steelhead rod. I have few questions I need help with, any input will be appreciated. 1. I am leaning toward northfork ST 904 blank. There are 2 options- HM and IM. what will be the main difference between those besides blank weight and price? Is this one of those -"u get what you pay" or else? 2. How do I find spine on 2 piece blank? 3. I am think
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Roger, I am going for the build below 3 oz total weight. My lightest finesse big brand rod seats at 3.17 oz. I know it not much of the difference but I am trying to push it as low as possible. Thanks.
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blanks are on hands. couldn't pass on buy 1 get 2 free offer. tip measure came at 1.6mm Thanks
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blanks are on hands. couldn't pass on buy 1 get 2 free offer. tip measure came at 1.6mm Thanks
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Can't wait for all the parts to arrive so I can start building. Thanks a lot.
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Yeah, I figured it'll be the best course of action. The problem I have is that I don't have a bunch of tip tops laying around(first build). I thought there are some tip top rules and regulations you follow:). I guess I'm going to learn this one the hard way. Thanks.
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Hi all, Once again I am reaching out for help. I am building on NF SB683 blank, tip top. 4.5. Blank O.D. 1.6mm. I will use 4.5 Fuji TORZITE Titanium T2-KTTG running guides. Should I use 4.5f- 1.8mm tip top pipe size or 1.6mm will be enough? or should I go with 4F or 5F tip top and 1.8mm or 1.6 mm pipe? Is there "tip top" general rule you all use? Thanks.
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Yeah.., no it was stupid mistake I made, It fell heavily and hit rocks, I pulled on the line with no drag and it snapped. I imported it from Japan. Shimano does not offer it to USA market. It'll be cheaper to salvage it for parts if anything. I'll reach out to supplier in Japan to see if it is possible to warranty it, but I doubt all associated cost will make it financially sound to replace it.
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Norman- Whould you like to take a look at it? I can ship it out to you with return label. It is one foot short, not sure if it possible to make determination... Worst case scenario you learn something new...:) This was a joke, I am sure a man with 50 years of experience is hard to impress. Anyways let me know that you think. I'll order blanks you have mentioned to see if it anywhere close to
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Norman- I am new to rod building. My guess is as good as coin flip. I am in research phase now. This is why I ask for help. One thing I know, I can't buy brand rods any more. Time is now to start building as it become an addiction.You are right about rod power designations. I shouldn't stick with ML rating. Thanks.
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Mark, I tried it all- shrimp, mud crabs, sand fleas. My hook up ratio significantly increased with lighter rod (megabass destroyer F2- 3.17oz). Recently hooked 30 inch Snook on it, that was fun. I would like to see how light I can go before I do some damage. Phil. Yes I do use circlehooks. If I loose 2-3 bites, I change hook size.
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yes. I broke my Lunamis 10ML. Love this rod. Lunamis weight 4.72 oz. I figured 2 oz - parts, 2.6 oz blank give or take. Hopefully I can rebuild. thanks.
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I was referring to Gulf Coast Sheepshead. I find it difficult to catch.
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