They bent over

When static testing put a 1/2 oz sinker on the line through the guides and use a second line hooked to the tip top to load the rod.

When static testing put a 1/2 oz sinker on the line through the guides and use a second line hooked to the tip top to load the rod.

Do u u have a pic??

I have one to test tomorrow. I'll snap a pic then. In the meantime look this over: http://anglersresource.net/StaticLoadTutorial.aspx

 

Secure the spine finder you got to a bench

Mount the rod with a reel and line thru the guides

Tie a paper clip to a length of twine and hook it thru the frame or ring of the top

tighten the line to put a 90* bend in the rod and secure it with a weight

Tie a 1/2 oz or so weight to the fishing line and let it dangle putting just enough tension on the line to take out any slack.

Move the guides as necessary to achieve a line flow closely matching the curve of the rod

Once satisfied, mark where each guide is and proceed with wrapping

Did u get a pic

I tried but didn't post it since Scott's is much clearer. If you haven't, do some reading here for answers to lots of questions: http://rodbuilding.org/list.php?2

Pic looks good... Build it like you see fit. It's your custom.

Keep the pics coming.. I enjoy the progress reports too.