10-31-2006, 05:25 PM
I'm reviving this thread so I can ask TD some additional questions. I've been looking at baitcasting rods and notice that up to 6.5 feet, one generally gets a 7-7.5" rear grip. The 7 foot and up rods all seem to have ~10" rear grips. Is there a reason for this like better balance or casting performance? I think I would like a longer rod, but don't think I need a longer rear grip, but maybe I'm looking at this wrong.
Also, you mentioned that you build your own rods - do you have a favorite source for blanks? And how do you choose what blank to use? I built my own flyrod many years ago, so I know the mechanics but it came as a kit so I didn't get into process of choosing one blank over another, grip length, etc.
Thanks
RD
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Also, you mentioned that you build your own rods - do you have a favorite source for blanks? And how do you choose what blank to use? I built my own flyrod many years ago, so I know the mechanics but it came as a kit so I didn't get into process of choosing one blank over another, grip length, etc.
Thanks
RD
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