Custom rod builders?
Submitted by SPESS on Wed, 2007-07-04 12:05
Hi guys, im having problems getting a few rods which i like! Im a fussy bugger and not many rods off the shelf make me happy without finding something i dont like. i have seen afew names of rod makers come up now and then so is there anyone that knows a builder that is worth gooing to. Ive got most of the equipment to do it at home but never have the time to spend on getting one made up. Contacts would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Chris. Phone numbers can be sent ver pm if you wish.
big john
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Rohan Smith
Rohan Smith at Bluewater Morley does a great job and is very knowledgeable. He built me a custom calstar 760L late last year which is a joy to use for jigging up our local Sambo's.
Don't pester him at the moment though as he's just about to start my Calstar 700L.;)
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jimbo1
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I would Suggest
would suggest having a chat with Ian Bailey at "BAILEY'S BAIT BOX PORT KENNEDY" I know he makes rods for people and also knows what he is doing as he had a hand in the Van Staal rod deseign.
James
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Maverick
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Blue water
Bluewater Scarbs is definitly one to see as well.
I have a custom popper rod from Bluewater Morley and it's a joy to use ,I have pulled 15kilo GT's from exxy as well as herring from north mole and all sorts of fish in between with it just a fantastic rod to use , if you can afford it go CUSTOM.
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poida
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rod
I've got a few rebuilds done by Jim Head who's work is fantastic and at a great price, send us a pm spess if u want his no. I'll be back in perth in7 days and can did it out.
SPESS
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Cheers guys! Im heading up
Cheers guys! Im heading up to broome to catch up with some mates around christmas time and need a big flashy 80lb popper rod to hert some GT's with. Thanks greatly appreicated.
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!
Maverick
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Bluewater Scarbs
Mate if your after a GT popper rod then Bluewater Scarbs is the go the guy there is one of the best for GT popper rods ( WORLD class builder)
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SPESS
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Thanks Mav! Keep it tight,
Thanks Mav!
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!
Nealez
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Hey mav whats he askin for
Hey mav whats he askin for such a stick?
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tailor marc
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Best bloke around and best
Phone number 93493715
Does em from home and uses only the best quality blanks like snyderglass, killwell etc
Very handy bloke to know
Just got a custom rebiult original ugly stick made in usa 7ft 6wrap for $100
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Maverick
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$$$$$
Depends on what guides etc you are going for and they have a H U G E selection of blanks .
Kal ( forum member on here) has one built by them and it is a magnificent piece of art , I tried to buy it off him but he won't part with it .
( Kal how about $650 for it )
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Kal
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mmmm no haha
metallicsharky
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agree with big john
i have to agree with big john i have had a few rods bilt by rohan one is at least 8 years old and been hammerd and still standing up well ( cant ask for a better job )
Rob C
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Id recommend Nick at
Id recommend Nick at bluewater scarbs aswell.
Have had 2 calstars built up by him and they are awsome rods, You will be happy with his work.
Rob
SPESS
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Looks like ill have to give
Looks like ill have to give them a call by the sounds! If im gonna get it made it might as well look good to. I Just want a good strong come here stick if you know what i mean! lol. Matching it up to a stella 20000 so im going to match the bind colours up for flashy flashy looks.
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!
Rob C
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What Blank are you going for
What Blank are you going for spess?
SPESS
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Yeah not to sure yet mate i
Yeah not to sure yet mate i want to have a good look around first and try a couple before i make my final choice. Like i said i am a fussy prick and only like quality products so this ones going to be pretty expensive id reacon.....no expence spared if i can get one i like. 80lb min though.
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!
Rob C
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What type of rod do you want?
What type of rod do you want? how long ect? what type of fishing?
Oops missed the post above, your after a GT rod yeah.
Have a look at the 700H and the 800H calstar blanks awsome sticks, Getting myself a 700H built up very soon.
SPESS
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Yeah ive seen them...quite
Yeah ive seen them...quite impressive. Well worth consideration.
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!
Andy Mac
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Go the Double Flex SPESS
Cheers
Cheers
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jangles
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18 bucks hey?
The double flex must work a treat though, cause I have'nt seen the rod snap in the video!! HAHAHA well maybe you should give that a shot...
Cheers.. Jangles
sherbert
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Spess you need1
That will help ypu catch fish
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TAPOUT
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I would recommend the Double
I would recommend the Double Flex to only the serious fisherman as it is custom made for mainly big game. Its high strength and durability makes it a must have. Its double flex points are what put it above the rest on the market today. The only thing better than a single flex point is a double flex point. This rod is designed to flex at not one but two points wich increases its strenghth by 100% without increasing the weight or its price.I would highly recomend everyone have one at this price as its sure not to last much longer.
Maverick
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HA HA
What the rod or the $18 price tag
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SPESS
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Hahahaha Tapout you make me
Hahahaha Tapout you make me laugh mate......They were on sale for $12 last week at kmart!lol. Must of sold out quick.
Keep it tight, reeeeeeel tight!