Great info, thanks again, appreciate the knowledge all of you shared! Chuck
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thanks for the replies, yes, its for a casting rod. Thanks again!
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looking for the maximum line size that will pass through a micro guide and still cast/pitch an exceptable distance? I know this is a loaded question as far as distance is concerned. What minimum size micro would be recommended for 15 lb, 20 lb and 25 lb mono? Thanks for all replies!
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Here is a reply from Batson for those interested......Chuck Currently we have all of the Judge live bait models and two of the 7’ crankbait models (70M and 70H) available. I’m guessing you’re looking for the 7’10” crank models like most other inquiries right now. Unfortunately we don’t have these yet. Due to the more complex construction of the Judge series, there have been some setbacks in
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Any updates?
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Thomas, any feed back would be greatly appreciated!
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Thanks Norm, I figured someone had built/used one by now. lol
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Thoughts on this blank? How does it compare to other crankbait blanks you have used? Thanks, Chuck
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Thanks guys! Chuck
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Ok, I've searched high and low for a blank similar to the Falcon Rods Bobby Barrack Perfect Frog Rod. Here is the rod specs Rod Action: XH Rod Name: Bobby's Perfect Frog Rod Rod Flex: M Nine Fuji guides Line Weight: 20-40 lb Mono 50-80lb Braid Lure Weight: 3/8 to 2 oz Rod Length: 7'10" Any recommendations on a blank that is close to these specs? Re
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Hi Steve, Thanks for the response! Yes, I've been reading about flip blanks here and am looking for the correct blank for this application. I'm very new to rod building and wanting to learn as much as I can about the correct blanks to use etc. Thanks again for the detailed response. Chuck
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thx guys, appreciate the feed back! Best Regards, Chuck Gray
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Thanks for the responses! Capt Neil, do you believe this rod would make a good flipping rod for freshwater bass along the lines of Mr. Forhan's statement? Thanks for your help! Chuck
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Hi All, Here is my ? Rich Forhan made this comment about flip blanks... The original was a saltwater blank - S-glass, stiff tip, flexible mid-section. Graphite copies have mostly fallen short for effective Flippin'/Pitchin' . My question, has anyone tried a RodGeeks S-Glass model # SG79HM for flipping? Thanks! Chuck Gray
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thanks John!
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thanks Roger, will pass along to my friend! Chuck
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John, Thanks for the details! Are you referring to the S-glass blanks from Rodgeeks? Chuck
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I have a friend who trolls for trout using lead core line, 8 lb mono leader and small rapala minnows. His problem is losing fish. His rod he uses is a 5' ugly stick. My thoughts are the rod is too short and does not have enough flex once the fish is hooked. The other problem I see is the lead core line must put a good deal of flex into the rod? Is there a rod that could handle the lead core
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Has anyone talked to lance? I've called him a number of times, all calls go to VM, never get a call back. I hope all is well! Chuck Gray
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Thanks guys! Appreciate taking the time to respond! Chuck
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CB78/10-20 for fishing DD22s and DT-16s or would the CB72/12-25 be a better fit for the DD22s? Chuck
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Hi Spencer, my guess is a spin jig, i fished slider worms on it mostly. Chuck
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Looking for a blank recommendation. I had an IMX 6'6" med action spinning rod stolen. Thanks in advance for all suggestions! Chuck Gray
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I have been using a mandrel along w/a metal lathe, how much pressure should be placed on the mandrel by the tailstock? I believe my problem lies here? Thanks again for all your help.
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It's a tool attached to the lathe, turn on lathe, switch a handle and it automatically cuts the foam as it turns.
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I'm using the lathe to take off the material, I'll have to try again w/a new piece of foam and as i procede w/each step, I'll measure and see where I'm making the mistake. Thanks for your help. Chuck
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Hi tom, totally new to rod building so this is my first time making foam cores, i'm using your method w/the pvc pipe. The end caps where the mandrel fits through is as close to center as i could get it. Before fitting the handle and foam on the blank the two fit fine, when i put the two on the blank that's when the two won't match together. The other thing i noticed is when i shape the grip,
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Having a terrible time getting the foam cores to line up w/the back side of reel seat. When I shape the grip it will not fit nice and flush w/the backside of the reel seat when I put the foam core and reel seat on the rod blank. Any suggestions? Thanks, Chuck Gray
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Nice looking build, gonna start my first build next week
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Trying to reach swampland, no luck, left two msgs. Anyone have info on their status? Thanks. Chuck Gray
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