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FAQ's
DO I REALLY NEED A CUSTOM ROD?
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We get asked this many times, and it is difficult to define a need. Does a person really need two pairs of brown shoes? Does someone really need that $5 coffee at Starbucks?
In many cases, the answer is, yes!
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Need is really a want, right? So if you want the flexibility to have one or more fishing rods perfectly tweaked for your style of fishing, then yes, you may need to fish with a custom rod.
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WHY CONSIDER A CUSTOM FISHING ROD?
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Performance. When I build a rod, the first thing I do is find the spine of the rod, which ensures your guides will be aligned correctly on that rod. This gives your rod the absolute maximum power and performance, and is a clear advantage over factory made rods.
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ARE CUSTOM RODS BETTER THAN FACTORY RODS?
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It is really an apple to oranges comparison. Factory made rods work fine for what they are, but they lack the options more and more fisherman want.
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You can’t go to a retail shop and say you want rod “X” (off the shelf) but with a split grip and different (micro) guides.
The whole point of a custom rod is to marry the feature sets of the finished rod to your unique fishing requirements. Heck, even to your unique esthetic requirements.
Let’s say you desire a certain diameter or shape of handle that is not available commercially. Or maybe your type of fishing requires something that you just can’t get in a rod off a store rack.
Drop me a line and we can tweak any component of the rod to suit your needs.
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DO CUSTOM RODS PERFORM BETTER?
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Actually the answer here is a definite yes!
When I make your custom fishing rod, I use the most modern and technologically proven materials and techniques. This may result in many benefits, including equipping you with a stronger rod, with more sensitivity, at a fraction of the weight.
There is also rod balance, and the role it plays on the fatigue you feel after a long day’s fishing. A light, well balanced custom rod, created just for you, will do a lot to reduce the strain and stress you feel.
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IF I GET A CUSTOM ROD, DOES IT HAVE TO INCLUDE FANCY WRAPS AND DECORATIONS?
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You are only limited by your imagination.
However, you can be Johnny Cash and wear all black if you want to. It’s the whole point of rod customization!
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