Yep, I always threatened to build one. I just may do it this time.
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I looked at my records and the guide configuration I posted in the previous thread was for a St. Croix 9 ft., 6 wt. I used 12, 6 & 2s to an oversized loop top. I have an extra set. Could I use the extra set for the 5 wt.? I ordered a SCII, SCIV, 2-piece kit from Mud Hole because it was the cheapest way for me to go. It has guides with it. Opinions, please. Thanks in Advance
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What do you think of this configuration. I used it before and just wonder if anything has changed. I plan to use it on a 2-piece rod. How about: 12, 6, and size 2s to the tip? I'm going to get an oversized loop tip top. This set-up seemed to work well for me on some other builds. I'm thinking up locking reel seat and half wells handle.
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To me locking wraps serve no purpose. But, if it makes you feel more confident, use them.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May the peace of Jesus fill your heart.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!
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No problem today. I warmed the bottles and it flowed fine onto my guides and wraps. Thanks for the help. I didn't think Flex Coat would get old. I've had these bottles, I think they're 2 oz., for 3 years. It seems fine to me. I've tried a few others, but I've stuck with Flex Coat Lite. I've never had any problem with it. JMO Everyone has their preferences. I'm no pro and I only build about 2 fly
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Thanks, I'll mix a new batch tomorrow. I'll put the bottles in my pocket for awhile. I bet the resin was cold.
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I have 2 old bottles of Flex Coat Lite which I haven't used in 2 years. Without warming the bottles in my pocket I mixed them in a shot glass in a bowl of lukewarm water. It looked like it mixed okay, but quickly began getting a milky look to it when I poured it on aluminum foil. Was it too cold and therefore setting up too quickly. I don't believe the flex coat gets old. I'd appreciate some ide
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Very generous guys and gals here, Matthew. They patiently answered all of my questions when I began the sickness.
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To me the rid looks unfinished with a wrap at the tip. JMO
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I hope you're getting through the storm. Isn't Victoria one of the hardest hit areas? I hope you're well.
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I used the spiral wrap on a spinning rod and it works great. I think it improved the casting.
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The Tradition II kit is awesome. I've built on a few of them and so has my buddy. We both think they're great.
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I'm a hobby rod builder from Cambria County.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Excuse my ignorance, but what does O.E.M. mean?
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To me single foot guides are harder to keep straight for me on the length of the rod. I think they can get knocked loose easier, and I find single foot guides harder to wrap. People will tell you they are lighter, too, but I never bought into that argument. A s far as the weight, to me it's like the difference in weight be tween one feather and two. The two weight more, but it's not noticeable, a
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Great idea. Thanks
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Like Tom said, it's not necessary, but great to have. I have a tensioner that allows me to back up my wraps to re-wrap and it was a Godsend. My first wrapper didn't have it, but once I used one, I had to have it.
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Gayleen Pratt Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Hello everyone > > We recently had a camera crew in our factory in > New Zealand - filming how we make the CTS rod > blanks and MAVEN finished rods. > > Take a look: > > e=youtu.be > > Gayleen & Stephen Pratt Hi Gayleen, Does it say in the video you bake the rods
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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X2. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! This site has been a big help to me.
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Thanks for posting the video, Nick. Are the the tools you scraped with made of wood? Does it work better than plastic?
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I have a St. Croix SCII-SCIV 5 wt. fly rod I built and it's my favorite. It fishes nymphs and throws dry flies with equal ability. I just love them. Just my two cents.
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I hope everyone has a nice Thanksgiving.
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Congrats on your work, which must be good because the orders keep coming to you.
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I hope you and all people of the coast are spared heavy damage. Hang in there.
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There are blanks listed by someone, somewhere that have the soft tips that work great. I just can't remember who sells them. Here they are: MICROLITE ICE ROD BLANKS, 31" LENGTH MICROLITE ICE ROD BLANKS, 31" LENGTH Microlite ice fishing rod blanks are designed with the panfish fisherman in mind. Microlite ice rod blanks are a solid graphite/fiberglass composite. The super sensi
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What is the purpose of the flat tip? I'd be interested in these.
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