Modulus

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Modulus

Posted by: Rob (---.bluestar.net)

Date: July 27, 2001 11:34AM

I was invited to give a presentation to a group of seasoned fisherman next week to answer the question "why buy a custom rod?" In preparation, I'm trying to anticipate questions that may arise. One question that comes to mind is "what is the "IM6, 8, and 10" mean and doesn't higher modulus equal a better rod?"

In my mind the answer is no, and I think I understand the basics, but I could use a refresher from you experts. I don't want to have to be building on all IM10 blanks just because I couldn't explain the concept well enough. Amatuers all seem to think the bigger the number and the higher the modulus, the better the rod.

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