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I have read a few threads on wood strip rods. I have never built a rod so forgive my ignorance. Is the strip wood like a bamboo in that each rod section is constructed from 6 pieces that have equilateral triangle cross-sections? If so, why glue together 6 strips instead of using a tapered single piece for each section?
It all goes back to how a piece of laminate can be stronger structurally. The fibers of each individual section are different and putting them together makes them work against each other for that structural strength.
A single piece has all its fibers running in concert with each other and this makes it very weak structurally.
Duh. It makes sense, thanks.
Can someone please direct me to a book or instruction for making a wood strip rod, other than boo...
Sounds like a fun project..
Steve
One was recently published by John Betts. Do a search and it'll come up. See if this gets you there
http://www.amazon.com/Making-Strip-B.../dp/1571884114
I had my library order it and i see im first in line Bill
Hey Bill,Quote:
Originally Posted by William Fitzgerald
Let us know what you think about it, sure looks good from the
overview on amazon.com
Thanks
Steve
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Originally Posted by Steve Molcsan
I just ordered Making Strip-Built Fly Rods from Various Woods on a Lathe by John Betts a couple of days ago. Once I get it and look it over I'll let you know my impressions. Making a strip built fly rod is on my short list of things to do.
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Originally Posted by Royce
Thanks!
Steve
I have a copy of the original book when Mr. Betts was self publishing it (Pre Frank Amato). It is really cool! I "reviewed" it in another thread on the FAOL rod building board. It is still on the first page of threads under this board. Check it out there. I will try the link here:
http://flyanglersonline.com/bb/showthread.php?t=18928