We are excited to officially launch a first look into the European Carp fishing and the products we offer specifically to chasing massive carp. In this video, European Sales Manager Gary Benney walks us through the specific American Tackle components for Carp anglers and the dedication behind the development of each part. Products mentioned in this video are: -American Tackle Atrex Blank
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Hi Danny, I would highly recommend the MicroWave 25 Duralite Guides for this application. They are designed with stronger frames perfect for inshore applications. They feature a 25mm outer ring with a 6mm insert and come with 6mm running guides. Here is a link to purchase them: Hope this helps!
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American Tackle has you covered with a wide range of variety, sizes, styles, and everything in-between for building your next custom rod featuring Black Guides!!! Photo: Call us today at (800) 516-1750 or see our website for more information at americantackle.us
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I recently built a buzz worm rod for fishing grass using an American Tackle Bushido CB72/10-20 with American Tackle component to look like exactly what you're talking about. I used ProWrap 434 thread for the project and it came out as close as you can get. Here is a link to the rod:
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Here is a look at the second place rod in the 2021 International Rod Building Challenge. Photo: This beautiful custom was designed, built, and submitted by Wade Christensen. Wade built this red to be interchangeable between a spinning and casting rod. A unique design and nothing short of amazing!!!
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Here is a deeper looking into the winning custom rod of the 2021 Rod Building Challenge built by legendary building Mark Crouse!!! Link to photos:
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DRUM ROLL PLEASE!!!! The winners of the 2021 International Rod Building Challenge are finally here! See our most recent upload to the American Tackle YouTube Page for results. Congratulations to all for submitting a rod into this year's competition.
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Aaron, I grew up in Grove, Oklahoma on Grand Lake o' the Cherokees. We threw a jerkbait nearly year round, and there is some stories that the old original rogue was founded on that lake. Just look at the results of the College National Championship from there last week; all of the top-10 had a jerkbait in their hand. What I have found to be the best jerkbait rod is a medium to medium/ligh
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Day 1 & Day 2 of the 2021 IRBC judging is complete. Thank you to judges Scott Goodwin of BD Outdoors, Scott Gimbert & Todd Vivian of MudHole Custom Tackle, and Dave Redington the founder of Redington Rods for joining us at the American Tackle headquarters in Oviedo, FL. To see photos and information of the 2021 International Rod Building Challenge, see the link to the Facebook pag
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2021 International Rod Building Challenge JUDGES!!!!! For Official Release- We are proud to announce the judges for the 2021 IRBC. Judging will take place next week, and winners will be announced Wednesday, March 10th at 5pm EST! Be sure to follow the American Tackle social media platform to see updates and results on this event!!! Facebook- Instagram- Carter Andrews - TV
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Derick, Living in Florida, we are really particular about the rods we use for senkos. Recently I built a custom using the American Tackle Bushido MB 7'3" 8-15 blank. At first I thought it would be a little light, but it turned out to be absolutely perfect. I highly recommend the blank, and here is a link to check it out: Just a small testimonial, this is the primary blank I used to f
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The newest edition of Heavy Duty American Tackle Reel Seats is finally here!!! The Carbon Heavy Duty Reel Seats -Heavy duty matte 3K boat rod reel seat -Precision CNC machined carbon bodies -Graphite heavy duty hoods with silver trim -Available in 22mm and 24mm sizes Perfect all Saltwater, and Heavy Freshwater applications; these seats are built to be tortured and abused on the water
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Here is an insight into an American Tackle product that seems simple but can make all the difference when balancing the perfect custom rod. The American Tackle aluminum fighting butt with EVA cap is a great addition to any custom rod; however with the additional 1/2oz aluminum rings; weight added to the end of the rod can help balance a rod better to reduce arm fatigue throughout the day and
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The G2 Carbon Handles by American Tackle are redefining the fishing rod handle as you know it. They utilize carbon grips to provide light weight, sensitivity, and extreme durability combined with; aluminum trim, customizable end cap, and pre-installed G2 arbors in order to feature the world’s only complete carbon fiber handle system. They are offered in 3K and Bushido carbon material options trim
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Here is an awesome build on the American Tackle BA 3K Bushido Blank!!! FAST • EXTRA POWERFUL • HIGH PERFORMANCE • HEAVY DUTY Bushido 3K Jig n' Bait Blanks are focused on extreme durability & performance by matching advanced technology in material & designs to newly refined actions & lengths. Born for perfect bait presentations, instant reaction timing and the s
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The American Tackle MicroWave 30 Stripping Guide is a great addition to and heavy duty saltwater anglers spinning rod. This guide is the big brother of the MW20 and MW25, and features all of the same award winning design and engineering. Featuring a 30mm outside ring and 10mm insert. Surf Casting, Big Topwater Plugs, Inshore or Offshore, Jigs, Live Bait; this is the one guide you need tha
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I absolutely love this blank and do not say it biased. I have built this rod for a dropshot/ Ned Rig setup and it worked amazingly. Really great rod for hooking and fighting fish, and handles the smaller baits really well. I highly recommend.
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Here’s a custom “Harley Davidson” theme rod from Fugurods using the award winning MicroWave 20 Guides. This is definitely a beautiful rod and a different look than we have seen in awhile here at American Tackle. Don’t forget, if you're a custom rod builder or a fan of American Tackle, to post your builds on social media and tag @americantackle!!! #americantackle #wavearmy We will b
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Hi Lance, We are always working on developing and adding to our extensive line of rod components to give rod builders the best components possible; and what they have been suggesting to us over the years. This is currently a project we are testing out and trying; be sure to follow American Tackle on all of our social media platforms for newest updates, news, and releases. Merry Christmas!
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Hi Spencer, I don’t know about any rifle scope shaping? The G2 grips were designed and patterned after finely shaped fishing rod grips. Slight contours are possible, and exaggerated compound shapes can be done with multi-piece mandrels. Hope this helps, Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas!!! To give our employees some much needed time with their families this holiday season and celebrate Christmas, American Tackle will be closing at 12pm EST tomorrow, Dec. 24th. The office will also be closed on Christmas Day, Dec. 25th. We will also be closing at 12pm EST Thursday, December 31st; and Closed Friday, January 1st for New Years. To all of our fans, custom
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In the newest episode of American Tackle's "At the Rod Bench", Don Morse shows us how to easily install the G2 Full Carbon Handle system. These handles are offered in both casting and spinning models and are a perfect edition to any custom rod. Available in 9", 12" and 16"(Saltwater/ Swimbait Model) and comes with a kit with the butt cab and proper hardware for instal
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American Tackle changed the guide game with introducing the MicroWave Guide System. This gave anglers better line control, longer casting distances, and a reduction of wind knots during a cast. But they didn't stop there by only providing the spinning rod and casting rod anglers with an award winning guide system. What about the fly anglers? The MicroWave Stripping Guide is where line con
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IT'S FINALLY HERE!!! American Tackle is excited to announce the official release of the newest member in the G2 Carbon Handle line-up. This one is by special request from our saltwater and large game freshwater fans; the new 16" G2 Carbon Handle. This is a perfect big brother to the 9'' and 12" already in the G2 line-up. Just in time for Christmas shopping, this will appeal to ev
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THEY GET SLIMMER & STRONGER!!!! We know you want the best and we want to give you the best durable, snagless, slim BLACK titanium guides featuring SUPER THIN RINGS >>>>> American Tackle has you covered with the New Pentalite Guide System. These guides were designed to be a perfect complement for freshwater and saltwater anglers alike. These tough and super lightweight
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American Tackle wants to choose 2 rod builders to receive a 12" full G2 Carbon Handle Kit. The G2 Carbon Handles by American Tackle are redefining the fishing rod handle as you know it. They utilize carbon grips to provide light weight, sensitivity, and extreme durability combined with; aluminum trim, customizable end cap, and pre-installed G2 arbors in order to feature the world’s only
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Are you a serious inshore or offshore angler wanting to improve your performance on the water casting further and more accurately??? American Tackle went back to the drawing board and introduced the MW25 Guide System to provide a happy medium between the award winning MW20 and MW30. What we came up with was phenomenal guide system perfect for the saltwater anglers, especially the anglers throw
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New from American Tackle and available for purchase is the customizable gaff kits. These are offered in a variety of different hook sizes and handle lengths. American Tackle also offers kits to help you have everything at your finger tips to create a custom gaff 100% unique to YOU! Incredibly sharp chisel point, and featuring a flat sides screw-lock threads, the hooks are designed for stronger bo
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American Tackle is very excited to announce the official release of the New Virtus High Frame Stripping Guide, a 2021 product that is now available for shipping. Why use the NEW Virtus High Frame Stripping Guide: 1.) Elevates the line from the reel above the foregrips 2.) Perfect for use with larger conventional reel sizes 3.) Reduces ring sizes in layout beginning with the strippin
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Russell, Please email me a few pictures to illustrate what you are describing and we will recommend the best solution available. This is a different circumstance than we have experienced. My email is theron@americantackle.us Thanks!
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