I picked up an old 6' bamboo rod about a dozen years ago. It was in a canvas sock and had two tip sections. The guides had been replaced and were twisted, broken or missing. One of the tip sections had snapped off about three inches and the grip is shot. After reading several of the BB reports on Bamboo rods, I have decided to attempt to rebuild this relic. Out of curiosity, I emailed one of our great sponsors, Hook and Hackle, and asked for input. I got an answer from Ron and he asked me to call him. I did. Swell guy and very helpful. He is going to walk me through this and hopefully I too can fish with 'Boo. I will probably use the rod building forum on FAOL a lot too through this project. Thanks Ron and Hook and Hackle. Jim