Well, good or bad, here it is. Overall, this was an interesting project. I guess it didn't turn out too bad for my first attempt. I learned a lot. Hopefully my next one will be better.
The strip-Built Rod is DONE!!!
Well, good or bad, here it is. Overall, this was an interesting project. I guess it didn't turn out too bad for my first attempt. I learned a lot. Hopefully my next one will be better.
Last edited by Royce; 02-27-2009 at 09:52 PM.
Royce -
Looks great. Will be interested to hear about your experiments with various line weights at the upcoming show you mentioned. And very interested to hear about its casting qualities after you get the line weight sorted out.
John
The fish are always right.
Interesting. What line weight is she made for? Do you know how much it weighs in at?
thanks,
jeremy.
That really is a sweet rod, congratulations. Wooden rods are even more retro than bamboo, thats just way too cool. Let us know how it casts.
Not real sure of the line weight yet. Plan to take it to the Great Waters Flyfishing Expo this weekend and try a few different combinations.Originally Posted by Jeremy
She tips the scales at 4 1/2 ounces.
Looks nice. Good wokmanship. When you cast it and catch a fish, let us know how it feels.
Thanks for sharing.
Is the rod handle and insert or is it part of the entire rod itself.
Looks great man,
Seege
strip rod
Hi,
Just wanted to pipe in to say that this rod IS beautiful, and that it casts a 4wt nicely.
Kat
I think I understand your question. The bottom section of the rod tapers to 1/2" in diameter. The grip is a cigar shaped grip reamed out to 1/2" and epoxied to the blank and the reel seat is attached to the blank. The wood you see under the reel seat is the actual blank, not an insert.
Hope that answers you question.
The COOLEST thing
Hope if fishes and handles like you want.
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