The first 2 blanks I built on were G Loomis and St.Croix. It wasn't that I had a lot of cash floating around but that I wanted something with a good feel. With the advice I received from Tom to read and study from good sources of information helped alot. I'm not saying the wraps were perfect or that you couldn't find a small glue line but as far as construction they are sound. In fact I have fi
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I'm with Tom, $100 minimum. The longer you do it the more you start to see just squirling away a few bucks is nice but you have to carry parts and order suplies and you don't want that cost on a credit card acruing intrest against you.
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We do it to take it from something simple, a stick, line and hook, to a higher level. Trouble is we forget some people a born with lucky horse shoes . Of course we could break down and trade turkey recipies.
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Looking for fiberglass scrap or super deals to use for repairs.
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It's the same as the other mini lathe brands, I believe 1x8 tpi is right. I love mine just can't get enough time to get on it.
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drop him a line at the address Mike left and he will get back to you. He does a great job of keeping up with his clients and providing service.
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Thanks for the idea but I find fiberglass to work best especially on tip sections and for ferrules.
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Vendors, I'm in need of some fiberglass balnk scraps for repiars of all sizes. If you don't feel comfortable responding to this post you can drop me a line at, service@mickelscustomrods.com. Thanks for the help.
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You might want to talk with Andy Dear, I believe CTS may be able to work soemthing out.
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I have to agree with the other guys. Outstanding! It was also great to talk with everyone and see some of thier amazing stuff.
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If you want to please the purist go with outdated snake guides and chestnut or burgundy color threads with no cp. If you want a good reaction get Billy to suggest a pattern and then let him make a eva grip with some wicked inlay. I'm sure a few guys will get chocked up over that.
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Thanks for taking the time to respond. I look forward to seeing you at the show next year.
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Sounds great. It's only natrual to ask if this means you will have them in stock or can you get them in a reasonably short time?
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I'm hoping the Knife guys will bite. I was actually part of thier group for a while and then rodbuilding took over my time. The group is actually very diverse and just a good group of nuts. At the shows they held you had 4 of the biggest supliers showing up along with the major mfg's of belt grinders and there was allways 2 guys there with a abundance of exotic woods. One of my close friends that
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Hey guys, finally posted a few pics in the grips handles section on the photo page.
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Has anyone been CCS testing and recording information on fly lines?
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As soon as I can get the camera charged up I'll get it posted or you can drop me your email address at service@mickelscustomrods.com and I'll send the pic and info direct.
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I've got two left from the National Rod Builders Show. It breaks down into 3 pcs. and assembles to just over 6', Fuji reel seat and alconite guides. I rate it as a light spinning and a 5wt , it's no wimp when it come to a 5wt. either you can shoot a good bit of line for the length of rod it is. Let me know if your interested.
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Had a little fun yesturday and bumper wrapped a surf rod. It cast pretty good as far as I could tell, till the tape turned loose and the tip top. Are any of you guys doing this and how's it holding up?
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I'm sure every one here has thier favorite vendor. I'd like to say thanks to a couple of mine for thier outstanding customer service, Andy Dear @ Lamar Fishing and Karen @ Bingham Enterprises. Also I'd like to say thanks to some new friends at Gold Witch.
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Thanks Ralph, I have been letting it at least get "tacky" to the point it has almost stopped dripping, but you are right on the money. Glad to see you posting, I hope you a good trip back.
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Let a little leak out and then lean it back. When you do it like that you aren't as prone to loose as much, the other suggestion would be to fill it on a humid day if possible. That will help it set up faster. If anyone is still interest in a can drop me a email.
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If yuz guys could hang around longer next year we can implant some more of our southern slang. So when yuz get back yall start to sound like us good ol boys. See you next year guys.
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Just Awesome! Thanks to all the attendees and the vendors, it was great meeting new pople and seeing old friends. Tom knocked 'em dead again with the effort put into setup and promotion. I hope all of those who traveled from everywhere had a safe trip back. I'm sure between Tom and several other we'll have some pics up on the photo board soon. For you guys that are really into weaving and real
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Had to sneak back home for a birthday party, but let me tell you guys this will be a incredible show.The vendors are packed with great deals.
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For those of you who are interested in cans to put your permagloss in come by the booth we will have several there. You can save yourself the headache of trying to get paint cans perfectly clean.
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Got in this evening to find the latest issue in my box. After stumbling inside and pulling back the cover sheet, BAM, there it was. It's just a great cover. I have siubscribed to many magazines in the past and picked them up at news stands and none have the quality of "finish" this magazine is printed with. The photo section is crisp and clear. I can't wait to get to the conten
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I agree it tends to get everywhere but the gun may actually make it worse. I try to catch a decent day and do it outside with the wind, if any, blowing in a favorable direction. A dust mask is a must no matter how careful you are, I don't like the idea of nylon in my lungs. Something you might try is going to the local hardware store and getting a storage container and modifying it into a booth.
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Get in touch with Neals Fishing Products. He'll have everything you need. The medium grit is great and I believe it makes far better reamers than ones with sandpaper strips. Any time you make one with strips you have to figure a way to keep it secure at the top. And when it does let go it will get stuck in the middle every time.
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Well fellows, while the great debate goes on I picked up several back issues today. If you wait to long you will have been discussing the subject in vain.
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