i have fished on some of the fly blanks and they were fantastic. i have always heard great things about all the blanks. the only negative was getting them in a timely fashion.
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if you get it hydro printed pick a pattern that will show on a small diameter blank. some of the leaf or simliar patterns just will not show on a small diameter blank. i would go with just a color pattern. i think it would have a better effect
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as long as it accomodates any leader knots then go as small as possible. it sounds like you have the best setup for what you are doing with that rod. go with it
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one thing to consider is the type of cord. there are two primary types1-polypro cord which is a smaller diameter paracord and 2- solid braid/rope which does not have a core. i have worked with both and both work great. i like some of the primary colors in the braid slightly better and the braid is limper. both are made by atwood
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Kevin, can you tell us how you really feel? lol it is a work of art
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I like the tube and like Tom said i think it will be better due to the weight difference. I can't speak for long days fishing yet, but the handles are comfortable. They are easy and fun to make. I dressed them up with turk's head knots and really like the look. The possible color combinations are endless. I coated mine with permagloss and it really locks the cord making it virtually indestruct
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It was great to see all of you again. The talon blanks are very very nice.
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Billy, i did miss the hotel lobby get together. It was nice being able to stay at home and i had to to take care of my pup. I felt much better each morning too. lol
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this has been discussed many times and i believe that due to the population density of the east coast makes it a better choice. i know tom knows the facts and stats and may chime ine
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I want to thank Tom for putting on another great show. It was great seeing many old friends and meeting many new ones. I was glad to hear positive things from everyone about the new location as I live in the area and work in Winston-Salem. I hope everyone had or has safe travels and look forward to next year. J P Timberlake
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The reception was great. Good food, lots of stuff given away, lots of new faces and plenty of old ones too, and nice facility. I hope everyone had or has safe travels. I had some requests about some corded handles. Stop by the Sticks 'N Bones booth and I will be doing some demonstrations on the corded handles today and tomorrow. If you don't see something you know I make just ask. I didn't
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there is a Red Lobster out by the mall and blue moon oyster bar in clemmons
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I have been asked about parking. The decks downtown charge $9 for 24 hours. On street parking is fine as the meters do not run on the weekends, however make sure you are not in a no parking zone.
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karen at Bingham carries their stuff. not sure if you order direct if you will have customs claims
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permagloss or any urethane it will last forever
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Bill, you are wrong. it is a sophomore class
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you can find Aggie golf tee markers and put them in the butt cap as one suggestion
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How many aggie freshmen does it take to install a butt cap?
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can you explain what a dual helical bias is?
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Go to the ICRBE next week. You will learn more than you can ever get on your own, meet the folks who make and design, and get all the supplies you need
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Kevin Knox at Angler's envy(left) developed the veneer that will soften in water. the stuff he has is very user friendly and does not crack like other kinds. contact him and he can get you any one of i think almost 400 colors
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yes there is a parking deck right across the street from the Benton Convention Center. I do believe there is a walkway as well
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there are several parking decks within 2-3 blocks of the convention center. the hotels and convention center have parking as well as on street parking
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walt, did you find a place that still had some? if so can you email me the location?
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I called Petri. I found out that they discontinued the product due to lack of sales. I guess we will have to find something else. I hate it as it was the best finish i had found for handles for ease of use, durability, and finished look. the search now begins
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I went by Klingspors today and talked to the mgr. He believes they quit carrying it due to lack of sales. He advised many are using the Behlen gel. I dont think it is rated for exterior use but would still probably work. I still love the petri and will have to find some place that has it.
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angler's roost on the left has them
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If anyone gets really desperate I will rent out space to sleep in my basement. My dog would love it. lol
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The light CTS surf blanks are awesome. Scott at Fishsticks had some at the show. They are light and very responsive
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I like the SBSS(Sticks and Bones Spinning Seat) and feel it is very comfortable. I am of course biased, but it is an option for you
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