Set n Hooks Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 I was just wondering if anyone out there has made their own custom rod from scratch. If so, could you give me a couple tips on how to start out and what I all need. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upnorth Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 I have made a few custom rods. Exactly what do you mean by scratch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodmaker Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Glad to see you moved your post here!!!. UpNorth, I think he was referring to a "kit" or building his first custom rod. Let us know what type of rod you are looking for and your price range. We can help you from there. It is alot of fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upnorth Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 like rodmaker said we just need to know some details and we can help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodmaker Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 It's always getting someone new building their first rod. In fact, my oldest son is building his first rod. 7' 6" St. Croix Avid ML. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Set n Hooks Posted March 29, 2009 Author Share Posted March 29, 2009 I'm think something for medium action, 'bout 6'6" spinning rod. Any help on what i all need for materials would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EyesOnThePrize Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Well your first rod is going to cost more than usual in that you will have to pick up things that can be reused. If I were you I would do some internet searches as there are a number of useful sites that have step-by-step instructions. Not sure on the rules here but the two commercial sites I frequent (that sell all the necassary gear) are Jann's Net Craft and Mudhole. They even have blank searches - to find the best blank for your needs. Explaining everything you would need here would take a while... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Another option might be to take a rod building class. For the cost of the class, one can learn and also build a pretty nice rod if you need the lessons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodmaker Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 What is your budget??? I can recommend different blanks once I know about how much you can spend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodmaker Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 HarveyIt would be a good idea for him to take a class. If he can find one near him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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