Thanks, Tom.
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I was changing the guides on a Fenwick 8'6" medium graphite spinning rod and broke it 2 feet from the tip while static testing to adjust the guide placement. What do you think would be the best repair technique? I'm planning to use a fiberglass tapered insert, epoxied and with a wrap 3 inches on either side of the break. Thanks.
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Hey, that's a great technique for a useful tool. Read your post and it worked really well. Thanks
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Hey, that's a great technique for a useful tool. Read your post and it worked really well. Thanks
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Thanks Guys. Really great information here, and a lot to consider. I'll definitely use the pros and cons approach. I am concerned about the "passing the knot" issue. Since I'll usually build rods for steelhead and salmon I'll tend to want longer rods, especially when chasing steelies. Enjoy the Fall and keep those lines tight!!
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Sorry, I tend to forget to mention what I fish for the most. I consider myself a steelheader.
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Thanks Gary. That advice seems spot on. Still would like to get with you to show you the split cane rod I picked up. Haven't started it yet. Getting into fly casting as well. Will be building my 1st fly rod soon after I address the split cane. Will most likely do graphite for my 1st fly build. Ok if we get together this week? If so, I'll call to set it up. Thanks again.
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Well, guess I should have read today's posts before adding mine. Great info.
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What are the advantages of snake guides versus single foot? Does anyone ever combine the two on the same rod? I've built spinning rods and am moving more toward fly fishing, and so am interested in learning more about fly rod building. Thanks
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Will be in Alabama, Gulf Shores, in early August. Would like to try surf fishing. Any comments on species to fish for, baits, etc? Main question: wuill be building a surf rod to take with me. Blank reccomendations, please. Plan on using artificials as well as natural baits. Thanks
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Not finding how to P.M. here. Need to leave for woek. Maybe you could reply w/instr on how to P.M.? Sry for the inconvenience.
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Recently acquired an older 9ft 7W split cane fly rod. Well used, not sure exactly how old it is. Casts well but needs restoration. This is my 1st fly rod. Need advice on guide selection, both size and manufacturer. Will be using it for steelhead and some brown trout. Thanks
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Tom. I ordered 2 past issues of Rodmaker 3-4 weeks ago. I have not received them. Could you check into it please. Thanks Harry
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Just found a site with the answer. woodturners dot org /tech_tips/morse_taper_sizes dot htm if anybody else is interested in being able to take a measurement and id the morse taper the info is there.
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I have an old Dunlap Lathe. I'm looking for a tailstock and live center. How can I tell if the taper is M1 or M2 ? I do not have a manual and am new to wood turning. I'm working on a birch bark grip. Also a new experience (so far so good). Thanks people.
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Thank you so much for the offer. I will of course come to you. This week is busy. We can shoot for next week. name a time and place. H
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Again....I am in need of fly casting lessons. Anybody??? I've sent out numerous inquiries as I've searched. Seems my topic was D i i i i i i iverted.!!
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Three hour plus drive . Did the best we could. Had ANOTHER stop after. Was a LOOOOONG day but well worth it. Really enjoyed the Roundup. Anything I can do to help out, Don, let me know.
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Not the one I was looking for, but REALLY SLICK. Thank you so much!!!
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Hey Jeremy. You a rod builder?? Thanks for the tip. I'll get over there tomorrow.
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I am taking the plunge and am looking for fly casting lessons. Ilive near Kalamazoo. Anyone aware of places and/0r individuals offering lessons? I know only of Schmidts up in Manistee. Looking for something closer to home. Thanks
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Thank you my man. Will check it out
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Got it. That's it. Thanks for the memory boost!!
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I recently viewed a tutorial on doing a single thread trim band. It involved using a coffee stirring straw. I was planning on trying it tonight, but have lost it. I already tried a couple of searches here with no luck. Anybody out there remember it? Thanks
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Sorry, the site wasn't responding so I tried a few times. Did not know a reply was being sent
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I've used size three rods over 8ft
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I've used size three rods over 8ft
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I've used size three rods over 8ft
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I've used size three rods over 8ft
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ferrule taper will have to be PERFECT or it will break
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