From all of us at American Tackle, we would like to thank all of the custom rod builders that visit this forum and beyond. It is because of all of you that the microwave guides have become a product that the entire fishing industry is embracing. Without you and your confidence in this revolutionary product, we would not be where we are today. The best anglers in the world are now using this in
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Thanks for the question Lou, The height does vary along with a lot more differences.... The MW30 is a brand new design and not designed around the 30/8. The MW30 is a SYSTEM like the rest of the MicroWave offerings while the Castaway product is simply a guide. Of Course it is a 30/10 not 30/8. It is a double foot designed stripping and transition guide with solid leg snagless run
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The missing link in the MicroWave family has arrived. Inshore, light offshore, surf Tarpon, Cobia, Striper, Cats, Pike, Musky, Reds, Snook, Salmon, Steelhead, etc. Double foot 30/10mm stripping guide Double foot 10mm transition guide Single Foot 8mm running guides
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Do not sand it.... you are good to go. The extra you see is in case the blank settles a bit or a he-man pushes them together more than you are. Enjoy that blank, they are nearly impossible to kill.
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check this out.....
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ICAST 2015 has a HUGE success! What appeared to be record attendance flowed through the doors of the Orange County Expo center to view what is new and cool in the fishing industry. The AT booth and the entire ICAST show floor was a-buzz with MicroWave guides. 22 MicroWave rod entries in the best new products showcase and many companies now utilizing the system. We launched the new Micro
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Pro-Paste!
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The Bushido CB710/15-30 was designed for the 10XD ! And from tons of testing they are PERFECT!
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my mistake.... about fly blanks. Unfortunately every company does have different standards about what category their blanks fall into.
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Since CCS was made to rate fly rod blanks there is no CCS info readily available on the Mag Bass blanks. I hope that someone with one can get you the information you need. All blank manufacturers have different definitions of what makes a Mag Bass a Mag Bass or any other blank for that matter. Because of this it is very hard to compare anything but fly blanks by CCS.
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for what you are throwing you will love the Bushido CB72/10-20. Bushido blanks are SUPER STRONG! if you are ever looking for a blank to throw the bigger cranks like the DD22 or 10XD we have a new blank that was designed specifically for those... the CB710/15-30. If you have any questions about any American Tackle components please do not hesitate to call 800-516-1750
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check out the Bushido DS69/8-15 .... cut it down to 6-2..... sent one to a long time walleye jigger on the St. Clair river.... he is a convert!
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Mick, since he is wanting ring-lock guides why did you tell him about everything but ring-lock? Glen, the American Tackle Ring Lock guides are a great choice and our titanium is top notch. Take a look at the Typhoon guides or is you want heavier look at the Virtus. they are available from size 40 down to size 8. Give us a call if you have any questions... THANKS. 800-516-1750
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for the 270?
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They work great on all rod types. Many have been built on soft fly blanks used as ultra light rods and work great.
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Not rod building but we and all of our customers use fishing line.... American Tackle is please to announce the arrival of our Nano-X fishing braid! * Made in the USA * Available in bright green and deep blue * 10,15,20,30,40,50,65 & 80 pounds * Exclusive Nano Coating - smoother casts - extend line life - reduced line twists and wind knotting - line stays cl
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I bought the inexpensive crb drier chuck and clamp it into my 3 jaw. When I do a rod with a pre-installed eva butt cap I simply slide it into the rubber chuck.
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Not only will it throw light lures but this was just caught on one......
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The new Bushido SJ72/4-8 ..... this thing blows away anyone who uses it...
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Congrats Tom., keep up the great work
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In all independent tests that I have seen the ProKote yellowed the least.
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28-32"
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As Tom said..... GB was the standard.....As Mudhole said..... ProWrap is now the standard.
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We are excited for another great show.... Thanks Tom!
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Sorry to hear that Jimi, it was great working with you.
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Gary, if you see this please drop me an email.... the one I have for you is getting returned don@americantackle.us
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Welcome!!!!!
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Bushido MB73/12-25 or if you want longer the FS78/12-25
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When using light lines the high frame guides help to keep wet line from sticking to the blank. Very important to get log casts with light line and light lure.
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