I couldn't get near the Custom Tackle booth either on Sat. but finally did Sun. ! Uncle Russ, Thanks again I can't wait to try the Calico Creek rod and I'll give you the low down on my thoughts when I do!
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I had a blast! I wished I could have stayed all day Sunday as well. Jim Upton's seminars were a great help to me as well as the foam core handle class. Everyone was great! The guys at Lamiglas and Seeker answered all my Noob questions as well as Jim Upton. Having never built a rod I thought I would be intimidated but, I wasn't everyone was willing to answer my questions. I would pay 15$ dollars
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Hey! I'm going , you guys have twisted my arm! I really can't wait because building my own rods is something I always wanted to do, I just never thought it was so reachable. I've been and still do have my rods custom made but a few years ago my favorite builder died John Bushell of Betty&nicks in Seaside NJ and ever since I have been chomping at bit to do it. That's how I found this place! Gr
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Thanks guy's , I think I'll be there. Just have to get resevations at one of the hotels. Sounds like a good time and I'm sure I'll get some great info. Thanks again!
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I'm new here and really new to rod building, like have never tried. I've been looking at all the sites and learning here and there. I also get Rod Builder Mag, which is great. I only want to build for myself really but my question is, would it be worth it for me to go to the show at High Point NC? Or would it be out of my league more for the, already building not the never have dones. Either way
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Just ordered my mermaid and others for my new/old surf rod Bill-Mar. My first build and I sure these decals are first rate!
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