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Pelican418 · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 1:16 pm Post subject: Custom Rods

I would like to learn how to build my own rod, so that I can give family members one for christmas. Can anyone give me any information on how to go about it. I think it would be kind of expensive to do trial and error.

billystix · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 1:31 pm Post subject: custom rods

hi guy
billystix here, i wish i could tell you how to learn by xmas, but it has taken me to many xmas to learn but i did it by my self and did not recieve any help or instructions, i just jumped on board.
the first 2 or 3 dozen werw awful- awful, they are just now getting fair.
lots of luck just keep at it, and one day you will get it right.
stix
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Pelican418 · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 2:02 pm Post subject: What Equipment is Needed?

How did you find out what equipment you need to do this and where to get it?

billystix · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 2:17 pm Post subject: supplies

hi guy
when i first started there was only one it has been long gone out of business.
try mudhole.com
stix

OsoLost · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 3:48 pm Post subject:

In order to build them correctly you need a solid foundation.

Go to Barnes and Nobles (or Ebay) and buy this book:

Advanced Custom Rod Building
By: Dale Clemens

He has a number of books out that I highly recommend.....he covers everything from blanks to designs and layouts.....His book on custom rod wrapping is also very highly recommended.

Hope this helps.

OsoLost
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texmaps · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 5:12 pm Post subject: Rod building

You might find this site helpful

http://www.customtackle.com/cgi-bin/cts/ctstore.cgi?page=index.html&cart_id=6334129_20279&partner=cts
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ArtificialB8 · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 5:48 pm Post subject:

For general rod building questions go to www.rodbuilding.org. The best site out there for asking rod-building related questions....bar none. Without getting into the meriad of stuff that comes in handy when building rods, the basic equipment necessary include:

1. Rod Wrapper (suggest a Flex Coat "Hand Rod Wrapper" for ~$65)

2. Rod finishing motor (for applying epoxy to guide and butt wraps; ~$50)

3. Glues include 5-minute epoxy, rod building epoxy (slow cure), and rod finish epoxy (Flex Coat [and others] make quality adhesive for rod building.

4. Thread (Size A is good for all applications, Size C or D for overwraps as needed...mostly on surf/off-shore rods only)

5. Guides, handle material, blanks, reel seats all vary by size and application (and price) and while it may seem a little overwhelming at first, there are some general guidelines that yield a good starting point, but, it all depends on the type of rod you want to build.

The Dale Clemens book is OK, another one to try that is more up-to-date is called "Rod-Building Guide" by Tom Kirkman.

Roy's in Corpus sells most of these supplies. Some other places in addition to Mudhole.com include

www.anglersworkshop.com
www.customtackle.com
www.shofftackle.com
www.mudhole.com
www.cabelas.com (not as much stuff as those above that are dedicate rod building suppliers).

I've been building/repairing rods for a few years, mostly for myself, but if I can help let me know....

Bret

SurfRunner · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 6:13 pm Post subject:

Pelican418 · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 6:36 pm Post subject:

You are right. This sure does feel overwhelming. Deciding what to buy and where to get it. Worse of all not knowing what is a good deal and when someone is sticking it to me. Now I know how people feel when it comes to computers. This is actually worse than buying a car.

Erick · Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2004 9:30 pm Post subject: Hey Pelican

There is nothing better than creating a rod from scratch. The tedius work pays off when you land your first fish on the rod. Do not hesitate learning everyone has to start somewhere, it pays off in more ways than you can imagine. Take your time and do a little research. The above links are great and they can be a source of immense information along the way. Rodbuilding.org has a great group of fellas that will answer any question you may have. Once you learn you can build one for me....lol Seriously learn the craft, one you build yourself is better than any you could buy off the shelf or custom made.
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Torpedo · Pony Mullet Joined: 10 Aug 2004 Posts: 142

Erick has built some sweet rods.

Check out Artie Heberts free videos at Mudhole...

http://www.mudhole.com/docs/101/video/artvideo.html

He has some excellent instruction on there for free in video format to get you started.

He has also produced numerous videos which can be purchased at various outlets.

ArtificialB8 · Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2004 5:17 am Post subject:

Pelican418,

If you want to start out slowly, Cabelas has some kits (~$40) that include all of the components to build a rod (blank, pre-made handle, guides, and reel seat)...not too expensive for getting your feet wet in rodbuilding. I would use some different epoxy though. Most of the suppliers I mentioned are knowledgeable more than happy to assist you with selecting components also. Ask them for suggestions on for guides as size and number for casting/spinning/fly can vary slightly. One thing they'll need to know is what type of fishing to rod will be used for (e.g., spinner-baits for bass, topwater for reds and trout, surf, whatever...).

Surfrunner,

I have heard that there is a Spring Branch outside of Houston (my mail ends up there occasionally!), but, I actually live in Spring Branch north of San Antonio.

Regards.....Bret

SurfRunner · Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2004 7:37 am Post subject:

Buda · Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2004 6:05 pm Post subject: Re: Custom Rods

Go by the BREAKAWAY shop on N. Padre. There building Rods in there every day. Nick can line you out. Get the blanks at his shop and you might get a free rod wraping lesson.

Guest · Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2004 11:45 pm Post subject:

if your in corpus i highly suggest you go to gulf sporting goods .. the owener bob is a really great guy.. u can go in on a day that he isnt doing much and he can walk u threw the things u need to do to build a rod... if he has enough people he will even hold a class for rod building on a sunday.... id give him a call.... he is a really great guy.. and probablly the best rod builder in corpus christi hands down.