Never built a rod before. Want to try with kid....

[Chicago boy]

I live in the NW suburbs of Chicago (yea, I know) but great up in B'ville and have a place in Ely so I do get back.

Anyways, I'm interested in learning how to build a rod, equipment needed, rough cost to get started, etc. Any good websites to go to? My 8 yo son is an avid fisherman and I thought it would be cool to have him also build a rod with me.

Appreciate any help you can offer.

!Chicago Boy (via MN for 23 years)

[GrizzlyAdams]

Look up Gary Wicks custom rods in Anoka, MN. He also teaches Rod building classes. Schedules the classes around your schedule.

[SpecialK]

Check out Mudhole. They sell a lot of the stuff you need.

[Brad B]

Look up Gary Wicks custom rods in Anoka, MN. He also teaches Rod building classes. Schedules the classes around your schedule.

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this would be my suggestion but the original poster is in Chicago.

Mudhole is a good supplier of stuff also. they did some you tube videos. they offer classes all over the USA. the closest one to Chicago this year will be at Milwaukee, WI on October 13th.

[Jmeyers]

Because you're in chicago I would say your best bet would to be ordering Mudhole's rod building Dvd's along with the supplies. I'm not sure if the Bass Proshops have anything to do with rod building but you could maybe try walking into a store and asking the fishing staff if they know of any local classes that they have heard about.

Theres so much information on Youtube or other sites now you should be able to find answeres to any of your questions.

Otherwise Gary Wicks class whenever your in the cities would be best! Good Luck!