I think they are over-priced? Do you really need one? In some cases the thing costs more than the vehicle to get me to the stream!!
-----Original Message----- From: Desert Eagle [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2003 7:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [VFB] Cats and stuff Del Wrote; On other subjects.... Why does a bamboo rod cost so ridiculously more than other rods? I have often pondered this and the only thing I can think of is the time it takes to manufacture them. Having played with building them, ( haven't completed one yet, but working on an Osage and "Secret" rod), labor intensive, lots of throw away material being selective, and the "Love" involved in making one. Not to mention the cost of the special tools and materials to just make one. My 2 cents worth. Jimi
