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Old February 15th, 2008   #1 (permalink)
 
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st croix handle kits

I'm going to be building a 7.5ft rod heavy action for trolling and was wondering what size handle should I put on it? I was looking at the st croix handle kits and see they have ones with 9,11,12 inch rear grip length for under 25 bucks. Any suggestions?
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Re: st croix handle kits

Personally...when it comes to freshwater rods...outside of some technique specific rods, you don't need a rod butt that extends past your elbow while you're holding the rod.

I'd probably opt for the 11".
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Re: st croix handle kits

if its going in and out of a rodholder, i'd consider foam grips.
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Re: st croix handle kits

Foam is a much better grip material for rods going into and out of rod holders all the time.
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