Built this using pvc and a base from cheap x-mas tree i trashed and curtain rod.
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Works fine for me. Mike
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There are so many componets to choose from you can find value and quality. For big fish on a trip I may not be able to do again for a long time I won't skimp on the reel fly or other wise and I tell people not to skimp on fly lines I've had cheap ones but never again. Mike
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Just try it on a less expensive skin first then tell us how it worked out. Mike
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Hi Hank I just repaired a factory rod because guides were loose and coming out with the locking wrap they would not have come out. Mike
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Without a dealer close its hard to test cast. Mike
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Has anybody built on the Sage The One blank and how did you like it? Mike
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Hi Billy I hate to rewrap guides I wrap a few and then either put on a coat of perma gloss or color lock. They always want to move if I try to wrap to many or come loose at the ends. Mike Mikes Custom Fly Rods
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Hi Wade When buying machines always buy the best you can afford. Sometimes its best to wait until you can afford, I bought a saw for 150$ it @#$%& from now on I wait a little longer to get the better tool. Its worth the wait. Mike Mikes Custom Fly Rods
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David just tell her that rodbuilding will keep you at home. Just don't tell her you will have to go on more fishing trips for testing. Mike
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Hi Torin I have'nt made one but what I would do is chuck up the ararylic in my lathe turn the handle right there on the end of the block polish then drill while still in chuck then saw off and polish the cut end. Mike
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Hi Check out St. Croix salmon , steelhead blanks. Mike
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Tom will there be a rod builders show case at the ICRBE this year? Mike
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Hi Also check Anglers Roost i believe they have black stripper guides. Mike
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Hey Billy I was hoping to check out different onesand maybe get some deals, kind of pricey. Mike
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Hi all Will any of you suppliers have Matagi seats on hand for sale at the IRCBE ? Mike Mikes Custom Fly Rods
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Awesome, someone riding shotgun would be great. Mike
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Can't wait for Febuary first time I've been able to go since 2008. Made reservations today woohoo. Missouri to NC long drive by myself but worth it. Just hope I can hit all the seminars I want to see. Mike
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Hi Chad I just bought a floor model from Grizzly Tools, haven't finished setting it up yet but in comparison to table top models this was a no brainer for me. I had to wait a while to buy one but am glad I didn't buy cheap as I have with other tools. Reviews online were very helpful in my decision. Model # of saw G0555 I got the polar model for 425 before tax and was able to pickup my self. Chec
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An Orvis rep told me that in building the Hydros they used alot they learned from the Helios and the tapers are very close to the same. Mike
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Hi What does everybody think between St.Croix 5s66lf2 and the 5s66mlf2 for 18-24 in. rainbows. Is the light action to light.Customer will be drift fishing mostly many different baits. He had me do one and he wanted a stiff rod and I used the ms66mf2 which is to stiff not enough feel. Other brands won't do he wants St. Croix.
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Hi Josh Its not matte black but Mudhole has an Orvis trout bum blank in 6'6" 4wt. 3piece this blank is phenomanal I built one for a customer that likes Sage and other high dollar rods he just loves ths trout bum and you'll get more distance than you might think. But the blank is green. Mike Mikes Custom Fly Rods
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Billy How long do you let the glue dry before cutting blocks in the other direction and how long before turning. Thanks Mike
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A 2 wt. fly blank works great for crappie I have 2 and love them. They came 6 1/2 ft and extended them to 7 1/2 ft. Mike
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Thanks for the replys, I think I'm going to try the shrink tubing. Thanks Mike
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Most people seem to use tape, but will the rings keep the reel in place with no slipping? Mike
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Do slip rings on Tennessee handles need to be taped in place when using? Mike
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Called G.Loomis yesterday and they didn't call back does any body know what color thread they use on there swimbait rods? Thanks Mike
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Dan Craft shows one on thier under five rivers rods and it shows it out of stock . Mike
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Using arbors will be light and easy or you can use a minama seat, or a split seat or make your own insert to go with it. Inserts can be made with a lot of different materials. Check out Mudholes project x or tribal ink seats. Mike
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