Jan 24, 2013 · Larger Fly rod grip for arthritic fingers? - posted in Grips and Reel Seats: Hi,I am developing arthritis in my casting hand and realy would like a larger then the standard cork 1" or so …

Sep 7, 2014 · Tip section break repair - posted in Bamboo Rodmaker Tools & Tips: While fishing last week I had a tip section break about 29 inches back from the tip. Unfortunately the break is through …

Mar 6, 2015 · Page 1 of 2 - Gluing cork on blank - posted in Grips and Reel Seats: I plan to turn the cork grip on the blank. Do I use titebond III for the cork and epoxy on the blank at the same time?

Jan 10, 2018 · Chris Carlin's Tutorial on clear wraps - posted in General Rod Building: Folks, Where is it? Don

Jul 29, 2017 · Page 1 of 2 - Bubble-Less Epoxy - posted in Wraps and Finishing: I havent been building rods for decades, but at this point I have built several and feel as though I have gotten pretty good at …

Apr 19, 2007 · Page 1 of 2 - Lathe - posted in Grips and Reel Seats: I don't know anything about this lathe but it seems like it might be a good price.MarkLathe

Apr 25, 2006 · G. loomis rod/ fuji guide placement - posted in General Rod Building: hi everyone. new here but got a few questions to start off. i got a G. Loomis GLX spinning rod blank. it's the 6'10 1 …

Mar 8, 2010 · 2nd Build- Rainshadow XST1143F - posted in Rod Showcase: This is my second build. It is a Rainshadow XST 1143F blank 9'6" 8-12lb, Fuji Alconite Guides, Guji ACS reel seat (I really like …

Aug 5, 2011 · Abalone inlays - posted in Wraps and Finishing: I was installing a abalone inlay this morning when I got a knock on the door it was the fed ex guy with a delivery for me. I went back to …

Jan 3, 2009 · Weaving - posted in Wraps and Finishing: I have been on the rod builder library and have searched this forum however still have questions on weaving before I try. First, how do you know the …