We will be in full force at the BIG Show in Charlotte NC. We will be in a 50' booth with our entire product line. This will be our 3rd year at this show. I have enjoyed the past two years and I am sure to enjoy it again. We will be bringing 6 Team members to answer any questions you may have. We will be bringing over 300 blank models for all to shake & feel. We will also be bringing all of th
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast products will be at the Fly Fishing Show - Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, WA. February 10, 11 & 12. We will have a booth showcasing some of our most popular N.W. Rainshadow/Forecast Blanks & the Forecast Components. Please feel free to come by and shake some blanks & play with our components. We will also have a few Authorized Distributors th
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow RX8+ & RX7+ blanks are made in the USA. IMHO these are some of the finest blanks available today. The RX8+ blanks are graghite w/ a carbon fiber scrim, unique " Fast action w/ feel", Slim profile ferrel design for smooth power transfer from tip to butt, Light overall weight, they come in our Satin Black color to match a variety of thread colors &
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The Batson / Forecast Easy Tight Aluminum Reel Seat ( ETAHD22M- B, B/G, B/BL, S, S/G, S/BL ) reel seat is available through any one of our Authorized Distributors. We have had alot of success with this new Salt Water Reel Seat. "Designed by the Batson Team" - * Machined From Marine Grade Aluminum * Hard Anodized Finish * Machined Hoods that are Pressed & Glued in place for str
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Batson Enterprises is very proud to bring the finest of blanks & components to the industry. We are commited to this industry from the OEM level to the Custom Rodbuilding level. Everyone of our customers may it be from the largest OEM in the country to the hobbyist is important to us.I do not care if you purchase $500,000.00 or $50.00 worth of Batson produts you will receive the same treatmen
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Randy, That was there intention. The Rainshadow came before the Rainforest..... Bill Batson
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Charlie, Please contact Matt in Customer Service/Warranty Department of Batson Enterprises. I would suggest sending the blank back for a replacement. Please call and we will make sure you are taken care of. Jim, The Blank you purchased was one of the older Forecast blanks, this is one of the reasons we changed Manufacturers on that particular product line. We have had great success with the
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Batson Forecast Guides are not produced in China. We currently use a factory in Taiwan, as we feel the quality is better there for Components at this point in time. Batson products and PacBay products come from two different factories two different countries. "The Vision Continues" - Supply High Quality Rod Blanks & Rod Building Componets at a fair price.. Backed up with EXCEPTIONAL
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We obviosly want the label on the Built rod as it is advertizing, but most custom rodbuilders do not put them on for a number of reasons. I suggest that if they do not add the decal, that they affix it to the warranty card. This way if for some reason they need to use the warranty we can identify the blank for replacement. If you ever have any questions in regards to our product line please feel
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Tom, This concerns me that the blank did not come with a decal. All Rainshadow/Forecast blanks should come with a Decal on the butt section and a warranty card. If you get a Rainshadow/Forecast blank that does not have a decal & warranty card from one of our Authorized Distributors please contact them and ask why. If there are any problems please feel free to contact Batson Enterprises dire
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Robert, Please feel free to give us a call, we are located in Sequim, WA and fish the Puget Sound regularly. I am sure we can help you find the Exact blank for any application you require. Thank you Bill Batson CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast Product line 877-875-2381 batson@batsonenterp
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A very popular Blank in the Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow line is the SW967 = RX4( Graphite/Glass composite), 8', 1pc ( Also comes in 2pc) 15-25lb test, 1/2 - 2 oz lure wt, Mod/Fast action. I personally use this blank for Sturgeon and jigging for Lingcod in the Great Northwest. Another great blank is our SWB80M = E-Glass, 8', 1pc, 15-25lb test, 1/2 - 2 oz lure wt, Mod/Fast action.... If you h
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Check out the Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast blanks. We have one of the largest selection of "In Stock" Blanks under one label in the country. We currently carry 383 models to choose from, and will be adding more next year. These are all labeled & warrantied blanks, I am sure you can find what you are looking for. I would recommend the IP844-M = RX7 ( 43 M/M Graphite, 7',
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The spiral wrap IMHO is the only way to fish for big fish such as Halibut. The two rods I carry when targeting Halibut are built this way: One is built by Don Morton and the other one is built by John Knight. One has All American Acid Wrap roller guides and the other one has Forecast Zirconium UD style guides. They both have a gimbal , Forecast 8" Slick Butt, AHD24M Hvy duty Aluminum Reel Se
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The Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/ Forecast Team wants to wish you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS. We want to thank you all for your support of our programs this year. The Vision Continues...and will for generations to come.. Bill Batson CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast Products.
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast also makes the Forecast blanks in 5 pc. Check out the website at batsonenterprises.com. Feel free to contact us or one of our many distributors if you have any questions. Thank you for all of your support. Bill Batson CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast product lines...
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast Blanks & Components has a New Reel Seat that will work perfect ( RA7L2-B or SG ) This is the #7 all Aluminum Fly seat with a recessed front hood with Double locking nuts - That also comes with a really nice trim ring ( Trim Ring fits on the back of the seat to make a really nice finished look when adding one of our Fixed fighting butts - ( CEVAFB1, 2
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast has just come out with a new F9010*4DB. 9', 10 wt , 4 pc in Dark blue ,by popular demand. Feel free to contact one of our many Authorized distibutors in your area. If you ever have any questions in regards to the Rainshadow/Forecast product line please feel free to contact us. If you do not see a particular model on our website or in our catalogs call to s
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Ellis - If there is enough requests for certain models we would be happy to develop them. We did come out with the SW967F this year and have had great success with it. SW967F = 8' ,2pc ,15-25lb test, 3/4 - 4 oz lure wt ,mod/fast action... Bill - Then you should stock up now. Contact one of our Authorized Distributors.. Thank you everyone for your support. If you ever have any questions please f
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Ellis - If there is enough requests for certain models we would be happy to develop them. We did come out with the SW967F this year and have had great success with it. SW967F = 8' ,2pc ,15-25lb test, 3/4 - 4 oz lure wt ,mod/fast action... Bill - Then you should stock up now. Contact one of our Authorized Distributors.. Thank you everyone for your support. If you ever have any questions please f
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Yes the Batson Enterprises warranty applies to all of these blank. You will receive a warranty card & decal with these blanks. If you ever have any questions please feel free to call us or one or our many Authorized distributors. Thank you for your support Bill Batson CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast 877-875-2381 batson@bats&
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast product lines has decided to discontinue stocking the following items. IF (RX7) ( Olive Green & Matte Clear), F (RX6) (Dark Blue), in 3 PIECE Fly Blanks. This is ONLY the 3 pc fly blanks. We have also decided to discontinue stocking the OLIVE GREEN color in the following models.(IMU, ISB, ISJ, IC, IFS, IFT, IMB, IP, IS, ISP). These will still be ava
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No offense taken on the Forecast Product line. "The Vision Continues" - To Supply Quality products at Reasonable Prices and back it up with Exceptional Customer Service..We have had great success with all of our programs in regards to the Rainshadow/Forecast product lines. If you ever have any questions in regards to the Rainshadow/Forecast products please feel free to contact us or one
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast has had great success with our New Spey blanks. We offer the following models: F1166/7-4DB = 11'6" 6/7wt 4pc in Dark Blue. Butt = .500, tip = 5.0, Blank wt = 3.3 oz F1267/8-4DB = 12'6" 7/8wt 4pc in Dark Blue. Butt = .555, tip = 5.0, Blank wt = 4.3 oz F1308/9-4DB = 13' 8/9wt 4pc in Dark Blue. Butt = .575, tip = 5.0, Blank wt = 4.9 oz F1409/1
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Batson / Rainshadow HS1021F specs: 8'6" , 2pc, 10-20lb test, 3/8 - 3 oz lure wt, Butt = .595, Tip 4.5, Action = Fast, Power = Med/Lt, Blank wt = 2.92 oz. If you have any other questions please feel free to contact us or one of our many Authorized distributors. Thank you all for your support. Bill Batson.. CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast 877-875-2381
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Batson / Forecast components have a NEW Spey seat that is Great. It is our NEW RA8.5 reel seat, desinged for Spey Rods. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us or one of our many Authorized Distributors. Thank you for all of your support.. Bill Batson
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Batson Enterprises / Forecast catalog has the height of all guide styles. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. The Batson Catalog IMHO is the most comprehensive catalog in the industry.. Bill Batson CEO Batson Enterprises Rainshadow/Forecast 877-875-2381..
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Take a look at the Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast website. We have a very nice selection of Musky blanks to choose from. We also have all the components to go with that application. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Thank you for your support.. Bill Batson
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I would like to inform everyone of our new E-Mail address. bill@batsonenterprises.com batson@batsonenterprises.com I am sorry if I have no
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Batson Enterprises - Rainshadow/Forecast is proud to announce that the New Product Catalogs are in and ready to ship. This new 20 page catalog is a supplimental catalog to our existing 80 pg Color Catalog, this new catalog will not replace the 80 pg catalog but is in addition to our existing catalog. We have a simple Vision here at Batson Enterprises. We supply High Quality rod blanks & compo
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