Can I Save Money by Custom Building My Own Fishing Rod?
Will you save money by building your own custom fishing rod? It’s a tricky question and in today’s economy, some anglers are wondering if it can be done. While it is possible to save money if you hunt out for the biggest discounts on the rod building components you want to use. As well, you can probably get a fishing rod quite inexpensively at one of the big box stores. The price will be a lot less than buying a high quality blank and components for your rod.
Building your own fishing rod is not about saving money however. It’s about building something that you will be proud of and that is customized to your fishing style. It’s about ensuring the rod has been done right. It’s about selecting the exact components you want, including their quality.
When you build your own rod, you have a selection of styles of handles, reel seats, and guides to choose from. You will probably be able to source much higher quality cork for your grips than you will get with a rod off the rack at the local big box store. You will be able to upgrade the quality of the guides and even test cast your rod with a variety of guide sizes to decide which ones are optimal for that blank you’ve chosen.
In the end, it is unlikely you will save money by building your own rod, however you will possess a tool that could become a family heirloom and something you will be able to take great pride in whenever you go fishing!
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