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Old 12-21-2005, 06:53 PM   #5
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I like the spirit of it but question if its practicle with rods do to the dollar values involved.

I know I would not swap a rod I wouldn't want to own myself so quality components are needed and cost money.


A fly , jig or plug swap might cost you $30 total and you get a big variety back , some of which you will probably really like and some you might not like. At least you know you'll get some nice ones out of the batch. If Your gonna swap for one rod you could be disappointed depending on the builder , the layout , the type of rod , etc.. Even a "cheap" rod will run about $100 for quality parts.

I don't want to come across as being against the idea. Its an interesting idea . How can it be done without such a high risk of someone being disappointed in what they get back after dropping real $$$ on the one they are giving away.?

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