You question opens door to the option of buying
completed rod or a rod building kit.
I believe that CNC is developing a SRC
model. Others on the list have access to info about CNC products and
product development. Or, you can contact Juro (the US CND Rep) direct at:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Another brand to consider is Bob Meiser Fly Rods. Bob is in Oregon and offers a 30-day try before you buy program. He
sells both completed rods and kits. The premium for a completed rod is small
and his rods are works of art. He currently offers a 10’ 5/6.
http://www.meiserflyrods.com/s2h106.html
However, none of the above options are as
inexpensive as buying your own components and building up you own rod. It
all boils down to a matter of time.
As far a 10’ blanks:
Thomas and Thomas (Helix) offers a 10’
blanks in 5 and 6.
Sage has XP blanks in 10’, 5 and 6
weights.
St Croix Legend Ultra comes in 10”
models, 5 and 6 weights as well.
You may be able to see completed rods in these
models at various shops in the area.
Good Luck,
Mike
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of The Coles
Sent: Saturday, November 13, 2004
7:31 AM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: Rod for SRC in Salt
I am embarassed to admit that I have never tried fishing
with a rod longer than 9 feet. I think I just got stuck at that length
for no good reason. I always wondered why there were so many BC fly
fishers that had those longer rod and this helps me understand it alot
better. Speaking of longer rods, anyone heard about a CNC single-hander
at 11 feet that was going to be making it to market sometime soon?
Now it's pretty apparent that I will have to find a longer
blank with decent casting qualities and give it a try before settling on
anything. Thanks Mike
(PS - and thanks to Sean for the earlier complement on the
Xi2)
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, November
12, 2004 1:20 AM
Subject: RE: Rod for SRC in
Salt
What a great question. Without looking around to see what blanks
are available, here are some things to consider.
Even though SRC's are frequently found right next to the beach, most
wading in done in thigh deep water.
When the tide is in, so are the SRC's. The high tide water line
in places like the Narrows is right up against the trees. That doesn't
give much room for a back cast.
Many times the beach behind you will have a steep incline.
The fish almost always seem to be just a couple feet beyond where you
cast and a double haul while standing in deep water isn't very easy.
Consider a 10' 5/6 rod. Put on a fighting butt when building the
rod. Also, use larger guides (especially strippers) to help facilitate
shooting line.
The longer rod will help mitigate the loss of height due to deep
wading. It gives the ability to get out a good roll cast. It can
help in getting the fly above the beach's incline. Use the fishing butt
as a handle when making those longer casts by using the double overhand method.
Longer then 10' and the rod becomes too cumbersome for daylong single
hand casting. I have a 6/7 11.5' double overhand rod. While I can
cast it as a single hand rod in a pinch, it is just too heavy for continuous
conventional casting.
Also, this would be a great belly boat rod.
Mike
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Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2004
8:12 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Rod for SRC in Salt
One of my winter projects is to build an affordable yet well
designed fly rod that is specifically for fishing cutthroat in the salt.
I just read the section in Les Johnson's new book to get his take on the
subject and Les lays out a very practical description for what is needed,
particularly with respect to componentry (aluminum or graphite reel seats, salt
resistant guideset, and thorough epoxy to seal the guide feet from saltwater
intrusion).
I am looking for input from other list members on what their
favorite SRC saltwater set up is and why? So far I am leaning towards a
two piece moderately fast action rod 8'8" to 9'6" in
length There are lots of candidates for all metal and graphite reel seats
that would fit the bill - Struble, REC, T&T, PacBay, Bellinger, et al all
offer quality aluminum (and titanium) seats specifically for saltwater use,
with prices ranging from $15 - $140 for a seat. I haven't been able to
find an objective review comparing the performance qualities of reel seats, though
(does such a thing exist?). The other design question is whether the
"ideal" SRC-in-salt rod would have a fighting butt. Guides seem
easy enough to make decisions about as I'd think that any stainless steel with
either black chrome or titanium nitrate finishes would do an adequate
job. What style of grip? I fish alot with a Scott SAS 906/5 that
has a "western" style grip but I am thinking that full wells might be
the way to go. Any insights on grip styles?
That's it for now... look forward to hearing from you
all on my topic
