Rod Building Resources
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Fly rod builders are a small, close-knit community. There are several resources
that we have found to be good sources of information and connections for rod
builders, from the novice to the professional. Here is a selection of the resources we
especially like. |
Websites with online forums
Rod Building Forum
An excellent information source and community for rod builders. This forum is
affiliated with the Fly Tying Forum, of which J. Stockard Fly Fishing is the
sponsor. The Rod Building Forum has special sections for beginners, graphite rod
builders and bamboo, as well as forums for equipment and component discussions.
http://www.rodbuildingforum.com
RodBuilding.org
An alternate rod builder gathering place with a message board, for pro
and novice alike.
http://www.rodbuilding.org
Organizations
Custom Rod Builders Guild
The mission of the Custom Rod Builders Guild is to uphold the Guild's standards of craftsmanship and aid in the promotion of professional rod building
while expanding the art and science of fishing rod building through education. They provide information and sponsor an online forum designed to help the
professional, hobbyist and beginning rod builder.
http://www.rodguild.com
Exhibitions
International Custom Rod Building Exposition
With the support of RodMaker Magazine, the ICRBE is the premier show for amateur and professional rod builders.
The next show is being held on February 23rd and 24th, 2008 in High Point, NC, and will feature seminars
as well as displays by commercial rod builders, dealers and manufacturers of rod building supplies and components.
http://www.rodexpo.com
Rod Building Conclave
The Custom Rod Builders Guild sponsors an annual Rod Building Conclave. Check the Custom Rod Builders Guild website for details and information.
http://www.rodguild.com
Guide Set Lists and Guide Spacing Charts
Most rod blank manufacturers provide recommended guide spacing charts, including listing of guide sizes, for each
model of blank they make. You can find those charts for the blanks that we sell at the following links:
J. Stockard (Batson Enterprises)
G. Loomis
Pacific Bay
St. Croix
Sage
You also can view and print a copy of our standard guide set listings and a guide spacing chart. This PDF file (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader) can be viewed and printed by clicking on the following link:
Fly Guide Sets & Spacing — 59 KB
Magazine
RodMaker Magazine
Magazine devoted to the interests of anyone who enjoys building custom fishing rods.
http://www.rodmakermagazine.com
Books
Take a look through our rod building books. They cover not only the basics like components selection and assembly, but also refinements like decorative wraps and custom cork grips.
We always like to add to our collection of resources. If you have a suggested web link or other resource, please email us. We'll check it out!
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