Just finished a new rod build.  It's on a Rod Geeks Carbon 4 blank painted in white pearl.  6'9" Med. Hvy. power, fast action.  The reel seat is a Fuji ACS and guides are Fuji Alconite KR concept w/stainless steel frames.  I used the reverse stipper guide. 

 

 

Another pic!

Nice!

looks nice

 

Looks like a start to a great build. 

Nice work.  Do you turn your own grips?

No Jrob78, I would like to turn my own one day but for now just order them pre made.

2 hours ago, Jrob78 said:

Nice work.  Do you turn your own grips?

 

24 minutes ago, Hatten said:

No Jrob78, I would like to turn my own one day but for now just order them pre made.

 

That's cool, I don't remember seeing pre-made grips exactly like those before.

Looks awesome!

Thanks everyone!  

1 hour ago, Iluvsmallies said:

Looks awesome!

How are you liking your new rod Iluvsmallies?  Are you addicted yet?

On December 30, 2015 at 1:43 AM, Hatten said:

Thanks everyone!  

How are you liking your new rod Iluvsmallies?  Are you addicted yet?

I like it a lot just wish i coyld go fishing lol..

Looks awesome.   

The metalic thread really shows up nice on the whie blank. I was concerned about using it for guides as the epoxy doesn't saturate through it. I'm guessing you've used it before. 

Did you have any issues with bubbles in the finish?  The one time I used it for more than 20mm, I did.  It may have been that I was wrapping too loose.  

The thread holds the guide and the finish protects the thread. Saturation is nice added security but not a deal breaker. A coat of CP helps with the bubbles on longer wraps.  

2 hours ago, papajoe222 said:

Looks awesome.   

The metalic thread really shows up nice on the whie blank. I was concerned about using it for guides as the epoxy doesn't saturate through it. I'm guessing you've used it before. 

Did you have any issues with bubbles in the finish?  The one time I used it for more than 20mm, I did.  It may have been that I was wrapping too loose.  

Sometimes I've had some bubbles show up, but not to bad!  I usually get them out with a little heat!

I've used the metallic thread on a few builds and haven't had any issues yet.  I used a metallic thread on an inshore rod for a lady to use on Reds and she hasn't had any issues yet!  Here's a couple of pics of the inshore rod guide wrap!

Thinking about using those microwaves on my drop shot rod

12 hours ago, Iluvsmallies said:

Thinking about using those microwaves on my drop shot rod

I like the microwave guides.  They have a simple layout!  I used the Fuji KR Concept guides for my drop shot but for simplicity and function the microwave guides are good!  I wish I would have weighed both sets to see the weight deference.  Not sure what rod blank you're using for drop shot but with the MHX High Mod gen II 7'1" and the Fuji guides, I used 12 guides + tip!  I believe the microwave guide set only has 9 guides so you might want to order a couple extra runner guides for the microwave set!  Just a thought!

12 guides is a lot for that blank. I'd reexamine your static testing procedure. On a drop shot Rod where long casts aren't critical the microwave kit will work but not offer any real advantage.  I'd opt for the lightest weight train I could put together. 

7 hours ago, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

12 guides is a lot for that blank. I'd reexamine your static testing procedure. On a drop shot Rod where long casts aren't critical the microwave kit will work but not offer any real advantage.  I'd opt for the lightest weight train I could put together. 

Yea your probably right about the number of guides.  But the rod is still probably the lightest I've ever owned!  Thanks for the input DVT!  I'm still new to building, only been at it for a little over a year.

Just being constructive. You're doing fine. The main thing is to enjoy yourself. ?

Would like to hear your opinion on sensitivity of that rod geek blank once you get a chance to fish it

They are light and crisp with plenty of power. 

I think Im gonna stick with the fuji... I just ordered a liberty blank today... Cant wait to get started on it

On ‎12‎/‎29‎/‎2015 at 8:14 PM, Hatten said:

Just finished a new rod build.  It's on a Rod Geeks Carbon 4 blank painted in white pearl.  6'9" Med. Hvy. power, fast action.  The reel seat is a Fuji ACS and guides are Fuji Alconite KR concept w/stainless steel frames.  I used the reverse stipper guide. 

 

 

next time try a low rider stripper guide ..

19 hours ago, CarlF said:

Would like to hear your opinion on sensitivity of that rod geek blank once you get a chance to fish it

This rod was for my uncle so I will have to get a report from him.  

11 hours ago, pgersumky said:

next time try a low rider stripper guide ..

I'll have to check it out!