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Rod/Blank Preferences Checklist
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These preferences are for fresh water fishing only
Sorry, I don't make saltwater rods
Or spey rods
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Rods & Blanks
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Sections
1 Section (Rods 6' and under)
2 Sections
3 Sections
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Tip Quantity
1
2
3
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Rod Length
Note: Typically any rod over 8' will be 3 sections
7' o" and under
7' 3"
7' 6"
etcetera
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Line Weight
2 weight
3 weight
4 weight
5 weight
6 weight
7 weight
8 weight
9 weight
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Taper
Classic tapers have endured the test of time.
Some people might hate one and love another.
In any case, I would suggest going with one of these:
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https://www.hexrod.net/Tapers/CFFtapers.html
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However, if you prefer a taper that's not on the list, please supply the "name"
of the taper you desire with detailed specs.
If you like, I can make a recommendation for a "classic" taper...
Pick your prey:
Bluegill and other sunfish
Small stream brookies and such
Big river trout
Largemouth/smallmouth bass
Striped bass
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Tone
Unflamed
aka blond or straw
Flamed - mostly for aesthetics
Tawny
Light brown
Chestnut
Chocolate/Coffee - can create a stiffer/faster action
Mottled - sprinkled with water during flaming
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Blanks Only
For the angler who wants to build her own rod by adding guides, grip, reel seat, signature thread wraps.
Blanks sold with ferrules attached will not be thread wrapped.
Ferrules
Yes
No
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Rods Only
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Thread Color and Material
I typically use silk, but will use nylon if requested.
You can choose thread color from this site:
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https://clover-usa.com/collections/silk-threads
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Please provide color and SKU number
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Wraps often have a different color trim wrap
Specify or, better yet, send a picture.
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Cork Grips
Western
Full Wells
Half Wells
Reverse Half Wells
Cigar
Other
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Grip Size
Large
Medium
Small
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Guide Finish
Chrome
Gold
Ash
Black
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Hook Keeper
Yes
No
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Reel Seat
Up Locking
Down Locking
Slide Band
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Reel Seat Insert
Walnut
Maple
Bamboo
Ash
Other
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Writing on the Rod
Generally three or four lines on the hex flats
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Whatever you want - your name, your dog's favorite toy, anything
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Rod length, line weight, taper based on... (e.g. tbo Payne 100)
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Date or something else
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Grassland Fly Rods
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