Quote Originally Posted by Gemrod View Post
I was in Sportsmans Warehouse the other day. I live far away from there. But I remember looking at two light beighe..?....almond colored rods....one a 4wt and one a 3wt. Each only $37! And they felt very light weight and nice. Wish I had picked one up for my arsenal. Don't think you can purchase parts and build one that cheap...and it is already assembled. Should do plenty well for Bluegill and Panfish.

Btw I didn't catch WHY you want to build a rod? Could have a lot to do with if you even want to try.

I would check out the rod I spoke of at Sportsmans...however I don't remember the name on the rod.

Gemrod
I build rods for the same reason I tie flies. Because I like to. If you factor in the value of your time, I don't think rod building really makes any economic sense. But if you factor in the enjoyment and sense of accomplishment, priceless.