 Custom rods for the bass pros, why no custom rods for bass pros |
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 May 13 2009, 05:11 PM
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I have only built two "bass rods" for serious fishermen. Normally do flyrods and light spinning stuff. So I found out that the bass pro's we see on the circuit don't/can't use "custom" rods. That being said, it's hard for me to believe that the pro's aren't modifying their rods/handles, or that their sponsors aren't building the minimum number to qualify as "stock" rods. My theory is that the pro's get with the rod maker and they build one to his/her spec, then crank out a few dozen more to qualify as an off-the-shelf rod with amazing capabilities. So you go to Bass Pro Shop and there are none to be had. What do the rod builders here think? Gums sends ... -------------------- Gums
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May 19 2009, 01:27 PM
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There's a local pro guy near me that is sponsored by one of the big names. I've modified two of his sponsored rods basically stripping and rebuilding the entire rod from conventional to spiral including new grips and modified reel seat. I stripped everything but the factory decal and left that in place. I also added my logo to the rod as well. He gets his rods for a great discount so it wouldn't be worth it for him to buy rods from me at top dollar. Z.
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 Nov 4 2009, 06:16 PM
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What is in the rod locker may not be any rods from the sponsor. Just as long as he stands on the stage and gives the company line all is fair in bass fishing.
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Nov 5 2009, 05:25 PM
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I have built some rods for some pro's But they cannot mention me because they are sponsered by a big company. Us little guys can't keep up with that. I have also done some modifications to there factory rods also. It's fine with me
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Nov 20 2009, 08:33 PM
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Im looking to get a few new rods. Only problem is that I dont have a bunch of money to spend. I was looking at the Allstar ASR, or the new St. Croix Mojo Bass. Any advice on this would be great.
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Dec 20 2009, 03:14 PM
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 Member Group: Members Posts: 13 Joined: 3-October 09 From: Germany Member No.: 2,561 |
I have a brand new Chaos rod ST 50-100. Never been used. I just got it a month ago in a raffel.
Check it out on the Chaos website. and make me an offer. They sell them for 250. I have a full set of custom rods and dont think Ill ever use it. It is a very nice rod, and many swordfishermen use the exact rod for their 50# class reels. |
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Dec 27 2009, 06:49 AM
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 Newbie Group: Members Posts: 9 Joined: 4-October 09 From: United States Member No.: 2,564 |
i do have some 1 once jig heads in size 5/0 and 7/0 size hooks in the nitros.what size lure are you using?
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