Hi all. I'm new to the site and can't get over all the info on here. I am wanting to learn how to build my own rods and was wondering what books or sources of information do you recommend? Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks Stumpy
rodbuilding.org
Tom Kirkman's book
Dale Clemens book
Rod Maker magazine
Take a class at Cabela's
Look for a locally held class
Get on Google and search
I researched for over a year before I built my first rod. By they time I started building I had seen several methods for the same tasks. Gotten some good info from experienced builders. Built a good work bench, drying box and wrapper.
Thanks for all the info guys. I'm going to start researching this and will give a try. Not doing it for the money, just thought I would enjoy building my own rods and fishing with them.
FYI to everyone... Dale Clemens just put out a new edition of his book. It is dated April of 2008 but is shipping from Barnes & Noble already. Mine should arrive on Wednesday.
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