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    Rod building

    in Tackle Talk

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    Hi penn, it is one of the most satisfying things you can do, building your own rod. I did my first at 12 years of age (now 59) and have built hundreds since and each one is a product of your talent, skill and patience - and to catch a good fish on one you have crafted yourself is a great feeling. Just remember, perfect practice makes perfect......it may take a few attempts but the good thing is you can always start again - even the grips and reel seat if necessary but it's usually the bindings that cause the most grief. I have a mid 70's Silaflex FT70 that I extended with 'glass to 12 ft, for LBG spinning, was rebuilt twice and is now a beach rod with a low mount for an Alvey. Have fun and love it.

    Steve

    Thanks for your advice Twinfisher. Looks like some challenging and rewarding time ahead.

    The aim is to build my own LBG rod to chase beakies but I'm thinking I need to learn how to walk before running.

    Might start off with a light spin stick and progress on. Cheers for the realistic expectation 'patience'

    Rod building

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    I've been making and repairing rods for myself and friends on and off for 7 years now, learned all I know from my father, the internet, DVDs and the book Advanced Custom Rod Building by Dale P. Clemens.

    I find video one of the easiest ways to learn as it's nice to see how its done. Doc Ski and even our fellow Aussie, Ian Miller have some great DVDs out.

    Thanks for the info. I'm getting on to them

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