Learned a lot from all the books Tom mentioned. Most of the information is still pertinent today. My first orders for supplies were from Clemens, Pfeiffer, Cabelas, and Netcraft. I was extremely fortunate to have a master rodcrafter as my mentor..
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My first thought was Ring Lock guides, heavy version. Only because he's using braid. I've used them and they get knocked around by big fish and handled it all without ring loss. But..........theres no alligators in Hawaii that I know of so my suggestion may not apply.
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Very informative and true comments Kent. For spinning reels for saltwater use I have been and still am a Shimano fan. Even the freshwater Stella series have performed pretty flawlessly in the saltwater environment for however long they've been around. The "best bang for the buck" in my opinion is the Vanford/Stradic for the smaller reels. I don't have any other larger reels, 500
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I'm a shoreline fisherman on the island of Oahu in the State of Hawaii. My fishery encompasses ultralight to extra heavy "surf casting". For my ultralight gear I use both custom and factory built Fenwick rods in the 8 1/2' lengths and longer. These lengths are required to reach out over rocky shoreline areas. For light to medium heavy casting, 4-8oz lead, from beaches and short clif
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The Cannon is the way to go for distance fishing with braid. I don't think permanently mounting on a rod is a good idea because if you ever change the reel you're using you won't be able to adjust where the cannon is mounted. Another thing I do is mount the cannon on the side of the rod instead of directly above the spool. I use zip ties to mount.
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Tom Kirkman Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Andy Renzetti built a version that allows the user > to sit in one place and the bed moves right and > left while the thread carriage remains stationary. > It's a bit more expensive than the regular unit, > but you might inquire as to the cost for a unit > like that one. > > ............
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My take on glasses for FISHING. I fish strictly from beaches and cliff areas but fhave fished from boats on a few occasions. Over the last 40 years I have used all the major brands and a few cheapos, always polarized and with UV protection. Started with Costa Del Mar, then Maui Jim's, then Ray Ban, then Oakley, back to Maui Jim, and now strictly Costa's 580G for the last 9-10 years. My first
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Sorry that I don't understand the intended use of these guides as I'm not familiar with carp fishing methods. Are the stainless rings compatible with braided lines?
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Born on the Hawaii Island but my family moved to the Island of Oahu in the early 60's. Started seriously fishing off the cliffs for small and large game in the late 70's early 80's. For small game I started with Fenwick SH 1084 rods and started wrapping on Fenwick HMG salmon steelhead blanks. I tried using Loomis, Sage (spinning blanks), Powell, and Lamiglas but always preferred the extra fas
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Thank you Gentlemen.
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I did a search here and on Google but came up empty. I could swear I have seen some photos of these somewhere being offered up recently, possibly anodized? Are there any sponsors offering these yet or was I dreaming of their existence?
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Because I do a lot of night fishing I cut a 1/8" wide strip of reflector tape into 1-1 1/2' long pieces. Once my rods are joined correctly I press on the tape over the joined pieces then slice at the join with the scalpel. Works perfectly for me
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Check out United Composites Gladiator and Invictus blanks.
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Congratulations Tom and rodbuilding.org,
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In Hawaii we use all different types of rods for bonefish fishing. One of the more popular rods/blanks at the moment is the Bonecrusher. 13', Rated at 15-30lbs, 2-4oz lead, Medium Action Perfect for playing with the Bonefish! A perfect match for your Torium 16 and 20! Double digit bonefish are the prize here in Hawaii.
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That's awesome Michael. Mahalo Nui Loa from Hawaii.
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206 Garnet. A, C, and D. No NCP.
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I have possession of this particular rod. It looks pretty mint if not NOS, no discoloration on the guides, blank, wraps, reel seat, rubber butt cap, etc. The rod says Cross Scrim Graphite. The blank is a matte dark brown or black. The guides are double footed lightweight metal without any ceramic insert. Guide wraps are Metallic Brown with Metallic Gold trim. The stripper guide has the same
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Google pink nitro ulua rod. Nice color scheme.
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I only had corrosion problems when I started wrapping and used Fuji Hardloy's back in the med 80's. Since then I use mostly Titanium frames when i wrap for myself. The few rods that have stainless frames have little to no corrosion because I always rinse and wipe down my rods. Rods I've purchased that have black frames usually show the silver under the black after several years of use. My rods
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Mahalo all for your time, efforts, and responses.
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Aloha Everyone. I have heard mention of a thread finish used by mass producing rod builders that is activated/hardened by UV light. I did multiple searches here and nothing came up. Is there such a product available?
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Mahalo Jim. I ordered another sized 20 T-LCSG to complete the train. I will use the LRV on my next builds
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I have 2 sets of titanium T-LCSG but only 1 size 20. I would like to make use of the guides I already have on hand Could I successfully use TRVSG in 25 and 20 for the strippers and/or 2nd guide in the train? They are going on 13' CTS S8 blanks I have been sitting on. Mahalo in advance for any advice.
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I think I remember them having Custom Poly Build too. Plus Crystal Flow as a thinning agent.
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With all this being said, I long for the Cermet rings. LOL
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CTS makes a 14', 3 piece blank. Anglers Workshop has a 14' 3"? blank. Both the CTS and Angler's blanks are "surf" rods.
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Being that when a rod breaks it's usually the tip section, you might be able to find someone willing to part with a remaining butt section.of the rod you have.
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It has 8' bed so unless you're wrapping 1 piece rods you'll be fine. Only thing is see missing is the thread tensioner. Some like using the tensioner, some don't. I do, but you can order one or two from Renzetti. The Clemens will be alive long after we are gone. I have one 30 year old Clemens and 2 older model Renzetti's that I bought long ago as back ups but they have never been used. Only
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Hi Spencer. Thank you for your response. I am interested in the Fenwick Matrix blanks, anything 8 1/2' and longer and 2 piece. Looking MSH, MSP, GSP, and GSH blanks. Fast taper and no noodle type rods. Looking for Perigee SH Lami's too.
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