I was wondering what others think about how to install the Winn grips. I see on YouTube that they are using two sided tape. I for one haven't done that on the many rods I have built using Winn grips. My choice has been Pro Paste epoxy. The question is however, which method is better and stronger for the long term? In all the videos no one mentions what type of two sided tape they use,
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Ok we are definitely OFF the water for this one! Fuji's KDPS thread cover hood/sleeve may be the most misunderstood add-on in Fuji's product line. Here we'll show you just how versatile it can be for creating foregrips, thread covers and decorative trim. What the lesson lacks in excitement we hope it makes up for in good solid information that will help you make the right choices on your next pro
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Hello Everyone, In the last few months I've taken a interest in rod building and have spent countless hours watching how to videos, scanning forums, and looking at components and im about ready to pull the trigger on my first rod. I plan to build a general crankbait casting rod for bass fishing. I'm not interested in fancy accent pieces, intricate wraps, etc. i plan to build no frills perfor
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It is so nice to see that major manufactures are picking up on the Winn grips. They are on 95% of what I build nowadays . What is interesting to see, are the variations of these grips style as in the photo below.. It would be nice to know if Winn plans to offer more choices to rod builders in the coming months. If you notice on this rod it has GREEN winding checks. This is the third man
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Visit with us now live and ask questions as we install Winn Grips:
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I bought a couple of aero grip reel seats that have a flat back not tapered and it has a bid oval O on the side. Can't remember where I bought them, but they work good with the Winn grips. Does anyone know who carries these?
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I would like to know on a casting rod, what is the lightest handle configuration, I'm mainly interested in the following handles. 1. Split Grips in Cork, EVA, Carbon Fiber, & Winn grips or combinations of these. 2. Full Handles in Cork, EVA, Carbon Fiber, & Winn Grips. If you know what each of these weigh that would be awesome, trying to make a decision and weighing all the optio
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Hey guys so I wanted to get yalls opinion on the Point Blank blanks. How sensitive are they? How durable are they? Normal things like that. Thanks!
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Wondering what you guys like better on finesse spinning rods and why? I still really prefer full rear grips as they always seem to balance a little better.
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i want to build a telescopic flippin stick, that is lighter than the old quantum i have, so looking for suggestions on what handle and blanks to get, thank you for the help
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Recently I was asked to make a rod exactly, well almost, a rod like the Kistler Magnesium 2 rod. This is a spinning rod with Winn grips and a down locking Fuji 17mm reel seat. On the Kistler they have a Winn grip with their name nicely printed on it but it is however a 2 1/2 inch straight taper in chartreuse. Finding nothing like that on the market I had to cut down a 3 1/2 inch grip then
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Mud Hole is pleased to offer the new MHX Winn grips designed to fit the Fuji SK2 reel seats. Finally, custom anglers no longer have to settle for old school cork or EVA foam when choosing Fuji SK2 seats. These grips look and feel great on both spinning and casting rods, and provide all the same benefits that made Winn grips a favorite amongst pros and hobbyists alike. The popular standard M
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It dawned on me the other day that I have reached the point where a KR Concept rod is a "no brainer" . And, certain short cuts have emerged from trial and error that make the entire build pretty simple. I started messing around with a build sheet and then realized maybe other builders would be interested in how a really well laid out KR Rod would look on paper. I've used this layout MAN
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Hello Everyone, First and for most I would like to thank everyone for the plethora of information you have shared. I have build two rods with the knowledge learned here and I thank you all very very much! First a bit about me. I am a pretty new rod builder and I live in the Chicago land area. I started late last year and I have the rod building bug. I mostly fish for bass but also like g
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Mud Hole Custom Tackle is packed up and headed to Winston Salem to the Largest Rod Building Event held in the world. This year we will have many specials like: 50% off WINN grips, $1.49 per foot rod blanks, blanks starting as low as $3.00 ea., buy 2 MHX blanks and get a free MHX Winn handle kit, buy 3 MHX blanks and get your 4th free, 25% off cork cutting jigs Along with tons of other e
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This is likely the final list of exhibitors for the upcoming Expo next weekend: EXHIBITORS/VENDORS AFTCO MANUFACTURING #306 AMERICAN TACKLE #310-409 ANGLERS RESOURCE/FUJI #302-401 ARCHIE'S CUSTOM HANDLES #410 BATSON/RAINSHADOW/ALPS #502-601 COMPOSITE TUBE SYSTEMS (CTS) #501 CORK 4US #307 CUSTOM FISH GRIPS #702 CUSTOM FLY GRIPS #402-404 D
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About a week ago we posted about the PERFECT FIT posters we had on the way to help you and your customers make choices on trim rings, winding checks, thread cover sleeves and more. The response was GREAT and now that the posters have arrived we can show you what it is you'll be recieving and urge those who have not ordered to request one right away. The poster details all the trim hardware we wil
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2016 ICRBE EXHIBITORS/VENDORS As of February 3rd, 2016 AFTCO MANUFACTURING #306 AMERICAN TACKLE #310-409 ANGLERS RESOURCE/FUJI #302-401 ARCHIE'S CUSTOM HANDLES #410 BATSON/RAINSHADOW/ALPS #502-601 COMPOSITE TUBE SYSTEMS (CTS) #501 CORK 4US #307 CUSTOM FISH GRIPS #702 CUSTOM FLY GRIPS #402-404 DBLUE FISHING #303 DECAL CONNECTION #70
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Need a set (grip and butt only) of yellow Winn split grips. Had a set ordered (found them on clearance for under $8.00 from a sponsor), but they ended up being out of stock and discontinued. I found them somewhere else for about $22, but was hoping to save a few bucks if anyone can help me out.
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I like the feel of cork grips, but today I can buy an excellent fly-rod blank for the price of a decent cork grip. Putty-smeared cork grips are not an acceptable choice. The putty turns to powder and the shoulders of the exposed holes in the cork quickly crumble. What alternative to cork is the best grip choice for a person who intends to frequently fish with a fly rod?
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I have an old St. Croix bait caster medium heavy dark green 6ft. 8" or so. A friend made it for me over 20 years ago and all the eyes are lose and spaced like they did back in the day, I am not a stranger to building new rods as I have built about 20 including an SCV spinning bass rod that I just finished and love. I remember how sensitive this rod was for jigs and pigs and have time on m
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2016 ICRBE Exhibitors: AFTCO MANUFACTURING #306 AMERICAN TACKLE #310-409 ANGLERS RESOURCE/FUJI #302-401 ARCHIE'S CUSTOM HANDLES #410 BATSON/RAINSHADOW/ALPS #502-601 COMPOSITE TUBE SYSTEMS (CTS) #501 CORK 4US #307 CUSTOM FISH GRIPS #702 CUSTOM FLY GRIPS #402-404 DBLUE FISHING #303 DECAL CONNECTION #705 GET BIT OUTDOORS/LIBERTY ROD BLANK
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A client of mine wants a spinning rod made with Winn split grips and a 16mm AT Aero comfort grip reel seat. As I see it the standard Winn grips are 1.08 inches in diameter and the AT reel seat will take only a 0.998 inch grip. Seeing that you can't sand down a Winn grip, I was wondering if I moved back to the 0.998 diameter and cut it off would it effect the adhesion of the wrap on the EVA
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I recently seen the Redington Chromer switch and spey rods with what they call Polymer Pinch Grip sections. They seem more like a silicone rubber of some sort. I was wondering if anyone is selling pre made grips with this material.
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For those looking to add a little color to their next rod build - we have 25% off MHX metallic colored blanks until Sunday night. Choose from 6 stunning colors; Metallic Blue, Copper, Green, Pink, Red, and Silver. We also have 50% off Winn Grip kits (3 piece split grips & 2 piece full) also ending Sunday night or while supplies last. Thanks - have a great week!
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Hey guys so I want to try out the Fuji TVS grips on a new spinning rod. I am not sure though what size seat I should buy or what handles I should look into. I am likely getting it from Mudhole. So I want the reel seat to sit flush with the edges of the rear grip. It will be a split grip rod, and I would like the rear grip itself to be very short as I most often hold the rod by the reel seat. I al
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Celebrate with FREE CORK GRAB BAG on orders over $35 and FREE SHIPPING on orders over $85. Orders over $35 use COUPON CODE: TRICK Orders over $85 use COUPON CODE: TREAT NEW WINN GRIPS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!! Place an order today and receive a FREE WINN T-SHIRT before we run out! Click here to view the FULL SALE! Have a Great Weekend!!
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I am building a split grip with the Winn Grips. I need some ideas on how to ream the butt grip to fit the rod. The hole does not go all the way thru and I have been drilling the hole larger and then using a dermal tool the enlarge it. I drilled thru one last night and now I have to purchase a new grip $$$$$. Any thoughts would be very helpful. Phil
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Hello Builders, My name is Trevor and I am looking to build my first rod this winter. It is going to be for personal use and will be my first, hopefully quality, rod. A friend of mine has gotten me into bass fishing over the last year and I have a casting rod that gets me by, however I am using my trout rod when finesse fishing and would like to step it up to something a little more substantia
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Question, in preparing the butt grip on a split grip I reamed it a little too much. Can I wrap tape to the blank in a effort to make a tighter fit on the butt. The Winn grip I had did not have a re moveable end cap making it a little difficult to get a good fit and I screwed it up by making it a little to big. Phil Ayers
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