Fly Rod

[Fish_n_Dive]

Has anyone built a fly rod, i'm thinking about trying the whole rod building thing. so any advice is great.
Thanks,
Fish N Dive

[mikecc]

Pasngas has built quite a few. PM him or I'm sure he will post.

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Let your questions fly... so to speak.
Chris

[Fish_n_Dive]

Thanks
1. where can i get a good blank
2. what stuff do i need to make a rod.
3 about how much $$ will it cost.
thanks again
Fish N Dive

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F&D,

Let me ask, have you ever flyfished b4?
Reason I ask is I would hate to see dump money into something you may not enjoy.

From there I will ask fresh or salt?

Chris

[Fish_n_Dive]

yes I LOVE to fly fish, this would be a trout rod something like a 4/5 w rod. (fresh)

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F&D
Before I give'm to yah your gonna get my "speech" on fly rods. Its my opinion with fly rods that they are an individual choice regardless of name, read - you dont need to spend big bucks on a big name to get a good rod. You could dislike the expensive rod and like a cheapy.

If you whisper real nice like in Mikecc's (capecodtackle) ear he might just "hook you up"


Recomendations
#1 Batsons Rainshadow RX7 IF764 43million modulous(fast)
suggested retail is $47 for the blank.
Matte or Green finish
more lenght choices
I have the 9wt and its all over the IMX


#2 Batsons Forecast F764 33mm (more traditional feel)
F764-2 $18 blank
Dark blue finish
Not many lenght choices

Guides - Fuji BLG single foot

Reel seat - Alot of choices some research, here are a few:
www.rec.com
www.lamarreelseats.com
www.fishpacbay.com
www.americantackle.us
The first 2 are a little spendy where the bottom 2 are not.

As far as the cork grip goes drop a dime for good quality cork, dont skimp here.

Double oo thread or A

Have a blast

Chris