I would go to Hook and Hackle website and find an innexpensive kit - If you snoop around you can probobly find a special - They have great deals on Forcast kits - theyre inexpensive and very nice- and come with all you need-

After you get one under your belt you'll know if your ready for a more expensive blank or not

Also if you dont want to spend the money on a Sage I too hear the Dan Craft sig V is a great rod-

If you really want to do a nice job - make sure you take your time and file the guide feet perfectly before wrapping

Also be meticulous about mixing the resins and epoxy etc. Flexcoat (in HOok Hackle kit) has great instructions and tips

Read Al Campbells article about first time rod building-

I think you'll find its easy if you take your time on the first one -

Good Luck