I don’t know much about building a rod but I have rewrapped quite a few over the years. I have been reading about Gudebrod thread and it appears that size A is the most popular. Could you comment on the uses of size B & size C? What are their primary purpose/use, etc.
Thanks in advance.
Tim
Size A is the size you want unless you are building a very huge saltwater rod. Question for ya did you buy one of the 4 or 5 weight rods we talked about? I am starting mine today plus a 7’9" 3 weight.
Bob: No I didn’t, but we still might. Brett (my fishing partner) and I are still thinking about it.
Thanks for the response.
Tim
Gudebrod threads also come in NCP type meaning “No Color Preservative” needed. Just wrap and coat with rod finish. Type A is used for most fresh water rods. BILL
I worded my question poorly. For that I apologize. Gudebrod thread in Size B is slightly larger than size A which might make it easier for an old guy like me to work with. What I should have asked is "Has anybody used Gudebrod thread in Sizes b or c for fly rods and if so what do they think?
Thanks, Tim
You can use them but they will be to large diamiter and well for lack of a better word gawdy. I am poor sighted also and wear my magnifing glasses when wrapping a rod. To heavy of a thread is like tying flies with to heavy of thread the looks will not be there. Just my 2 cents
I have used Size B thread for some saltwater rods that I wrapped. The thread just holds the guide in place, so if it is easier to wrap with size B then go for it. It may not look as finished as the A but will still work fine. You might try not putting color preserver on the thread to get a translucent look to the wrap and it will be harder to tell how thick the thread is. Just a suggestion.
Gudebrod discontinued the “B” size threads during the reorganization last year. Fishhawk threads DOES offer some, however. IMO, you should stay with A … it will look nicer and you will have more options available.