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1 year ago
Carl Hodges
Yes, I have built (9) rods to date. I have recently found the rod tip needed for the build from a fellow that builds locally. I am ending any further comments/replies to this post.
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
Carl Hodges
Yes, I do remember this set up being used for competition many years ago, however, I use the setup for surf casting, plugs, bait and jigs and have found them to be superior for surf casting spinning rods. These wire guide set ups can be purchased at the rodroom.com. My go to long distance conventional set up is an Akios 666 shuttle on another 100% 12' graphite.
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
Carl Hodges
These large guide rods were popular in the 70"s from Long Island to Martha's Vineyard. A favorite was a 12' yellow Lamiglas. The concept I believe was less guides, less line contact and resistance and larger guides, less resistance when line is released. Casting distance changes with the number, size, height, position and weight of guides. At the fishing store, I had a chat with a gentleman
Forum: rodboard 1 year ago
Carl Hodges
I am building a long distance casting surf spinning rod.
I have just purchased a 100% graphite, 2 piece, 12' blank. I intend building it with the yesteryear large SS guides similar to Mildrum guides from years gone by. The blank will have four guides, 70mm, 60mm, 50mm and 40mm.
Can anyone tell me the spacing dimensions for the guides from the butt or reel seat?
Also, any suggestion o
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