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New Publication – RodMaker Magazine

Home » Custom Rod Building » New Publication – RodMaker Magazine New Publication - RodMaker Magazine A new publication landed on my desk several days ago and has really caught my attention. So much so that I put off writing this week's feature to try to come up with words to describe the quality of...

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Consider A Custom Fishing Rod

Home » Custom Rod Building » Consider A Custom Fishing Rod Consider A Custom Fishing Rod For some years now, it seems that the popular fishing rod manufacturers have been able to convince anglers that their finished product is as good as it gets. Several years ago, many rod manufacturers were very active in promoting...

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Selecting A Rod Blank

Home » Custom Rod Building » Selecting A Rod Blank Selecting A Rod Blank In the last article, I discussed some reasons why you should consider a custom built fishing rod. You could either build it yourself or have one crafted for you. Regardless of your choice, you will need to think about which blank...

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Custom Rod Component Selection (Part 1)

Home » Custom Rod Building » Custom Rod Component Selection (Part 1) Custom Rod Component Selection (Part 1) In last week's article, we took a look at various considerations in choosing the blank for your custom fishing rod. After you have decided upon the blank model, you get to choose what components the rod will...

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Custom Rod Component Selection (Part II)

Home » Custom Rod Building » Custom Rod Component Selection (Part II) Custom Rod Component Selection (Part II) In the last article on custom rod component selection, we discussed several things to consider when choosing your grip and reel seat. As promised, this week I would like to take a look at what is available...

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Conclave 2000

Home » Custom Rod Building » Conclave 2000 Conclave 2000 Tom Greek had a dream. This year, he is seeing his dream realized as a result of a lot of hard work, expense, and effort on his part. It is a realization that is going to be of great assistance to serious fly anglers and...

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