Kit Rod
Kit Rod
Rod Building Materials - Which Ones Are the Best and How to Choose Them
If you're interesting in rod building, you need to start off by thinking about the specific tools you're going to need. Without these tools, you won't get very far in the process. Now you could choose to use a kit the first time you try the process and that could be a good way to get some rod building experience. These kits usually include everything you'll need but when you're ready to build your dream Fishing Rod you'll want to invest in buying the materials discussed below.
Non-Fishing Specific Rod Building Materials
First, you'll want to gather some of the non-fishing specific materials that you'll need to have on hand when you are engaging in rod building. Many of these items may already be in your home or may be purchasable from local hardware stores.
One of the best examples is an Exacto knife - these are ideal choices because they are very sharp and also thin which is ideal for the work. You'll also need to purchase a few other basic items, including a rat tail file, rubber bands, a tape measure, a marker, some paint thinner, and masking tape.
Having a lighter is also a good idea. Additionally, purchase some epoxy. Epoxy is a type of resin that can be added and that hardens to make things stronger and to give protection. You'll want to get the fastest drying formula you can find. It will probably cost a few dollars more but the speed will make it worth the extra expense.
Finally, invest in a small paintbrush that will make it easier for you to apply materials to small parts of your work area while you're rod building.
Specific Fishing Equipment
There are a number of items that you'll want to purchase which will be specific for your fishing rod. Do your homework before choosing the items you want to have on your equipment. Remember the idea is to have a finished product at the end of your rod building that is superior to anything you could purchase off the shelf so you'll want the highest quality products possible even if they cost more. You can always buy pieces one at a time if necessary - your patience will be repaid in the end.
Some of these items you'll want to look for include guides. Aftco, Fuji, and Pacific Bay all make some very High Quality guides which might be worth your consideration. Remember there are a number of styles of guides you might want to consider when rod building. Pick the one that will be best for your needs.
You'll also need a good quality blank. This is the basic part of your fishing rod so pick with care. Calstar, Gator Glass, Lamiglas, and Pacific Bay are four of the companies with the highest reputation when it comes to blanks. Before you buy, do some test casting of some of the ones you're considering so you'll choose the right choice when you start shopping online.
These are just a few of the fishing materials you'll need when rod building.
About the Author
Rod Building
Sea Isle Tackle has been proudly serving the Saltwater Fishing community for over 45 years. Since opening day in 1962, we have dedicated ourself to providing the finest Fishing Tackle and Shimano Reels the industry has to offer. Sea Isle Tackle has a great selection of
Rod Building
Accessories.
 |
 FISHING BUSINESS 4SALE RODS REELS LURES BOATS TACKLE EQUIPMENT MORE o3  US $.99
|
 TRL 70 Rod Buiding Kit Fluke Flounder Spinning Casting 12 25 or 15 30Lb Blank US $24.95
|
 Free Ship 90 Pcs Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit Rod DIY Eye Rings US $9.98
|
 Flexcoat 8oz High Build Epoxy Rod Finish F8 plus Syringes US $49.95
|
 Flexcoat 2oz High Build Epoxy Rod Finish Kit F2S US $20.00
|
 U 40 Quik Bond 10 minute Rod Builders Glue 4oz Kit US $22.00
|
 2 Fishing Rod Building Kits 6 SPIN US MADE Conolon Varmac parts US $70.00
|
 2 Fishing Rod Building Kits 6 BOAT US MADE Conolon US $70.00
|
 4 PC 6 WT9 FT FLY ROD KIT translucent teal by Roger US $15.50
|
 11 7 WT 4 piece switch rod blank plus component kit US $275.00
|
 3 3M garphite fly blanks 85 6wt 2pc plus guides reel seats grips ECT US $125.00
|
 Fly Logic 9 5 6 Weight 2 Pc Fishing Rod Building Kit Cork Grip Guides Seat US $79.00
|
 4 Ounce Probond Rod Building Paste Epoxy Kit US $13.00
|
 2 Ounce Prokote Rod Building Thread Finish US $9.99
|
 Custom Cork Split Grip for Spinning Rod with Fuji Seat Last one in stock US $8.50
|
 NEW Winston GVX 386 4 Rod Building Fly Rod Kit 3 wt US $259.95
|
 EPOXY RESIN GLUE NONE SAGGING STRUCTURAL GRADE 1 GAL KT US $50.17
|
 Forecast Spey Rod Building Blank 12 1 2 FT 7 8 Weight US $69.95
|
 Forecast Spey Rod Building Blank 14 Foot 9 10 Weight US $69.95
|
 All Star 6 Medium Heavy graphite rod blank new US $12.00
|
 Berkley Black Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit Three Sizes Quick Dry Cement US $7.99
|
 FUJI FISHING ROD TIP REPAIR KIT 3 SIZES GLUE US $6.95
|
 Free Ship 120 Pcs Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit Rod DIY Eye Rings US $18.99
|
 Rod Building Small Business Start Up Kit Fishing US $185.95
|
 New 35 Pcs Fishing Rod Guides Tips Repair Set Lure Fishing Rod Making US $9.99
|
 Sage 590 2 RPL Fly Rod Kit US $81.00
|
 Fishing Rod Eyes 7 Pcs Vintage Oval Fishing Rod Guides Fishing Line Rings US $3.99
|
 Netcraft No 500 Fishing Rod Wrap Kit With Instruction Booklet US $4.99
|
 FLY ROD HARDWARE KIT CORK REEL SEAT GUIDES AND FLY TOPS US $25.00
|
 90 Pcs Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit US $9.99
|
 10 RPM ROD DRYING DRYER MOTOR KIT US $31.50
|
 NEWLY DESIGNED 10 CORK EXTENSION BUTT KIT W REEL SEAT US $21.99
|
 One Set 7 Pcs Vintage Oval Fishing Rod Guides Free Delivery US $3.99
|
 Flex Coat 32 oz High Build Rod Finish Kit Quart F32 US $47.95
|
 30 Pcs Fishing Rod Guides Tips Repair Kit Rod Parts US $9.98
|
 30 X Mixed Sizes Fishing Rod Tips Line Guides Rod Making Ceramic Insert US $9.98
|
 U 40 Cork Sealer for Custom Fishing Rod Handles U40 3 US $3.95
|
 20 RPM ROD DRYING DRYER MOTOR KIT US $31.50
|
 220 VOLT 15 RPM ROD DRYING DRYER MOTOR KIT NEW PRODUCT US $35.00
|
 90 pcs Fishing Rod Spare Tip Tops Black Stainless Repair Guides Set Kits US $9.98
|
 Exotic Burl Wood Grips FIRST TIME OFFER Unique US $27.95
|
 Bamboo Blank 71 2ft 2 2 4wt Complete DELUXE Kit US $139.95
|
 Silver Chrome Plated Aluminum Skelton Reel Seat US $4.99
|
 NEW 3 1 2 INCH CORK EXTENSION BUTT KIT US $12.95
|
 35 Pcs Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit Lure Fishing Rod Building US $9.99
|
 TL Johnson Fly Rod Grip Reel Seat Kit US $35.00
|
 Flex Coat 2oz High Build Rod Finish Kit Syringes F2S US $10.95
|
 NEW Sage One Super Kit 890 4 rod building blank kit 8 wt US $434.95
|
 15 RPM ROD DRYING DRYER MOTOR KIT US $31.50
|
 90 Pcs Fishing Rod Line Guide Tips Ceramic Insert rings Free Shipping US $9.99
|
 ProKöte Rod Building Rod Repairing Thread Finish 2 oz Kit w syringes US $16.95
|
 Classic 32 oz Quart Ultra Clear Rod Finish Kit 8032 US $38.95
|
 NEW Sage One 596 4 rod building blank kit 9 1 2 foot 5 weight US $379.95
|
 Golden Color 60 Pcs Fishing Rod Guide Tip Repair Kit Rod DIY Eye Rings US $19.99
|
 5 A Grade Full Wells Fly Rod Building Cork Grips Handle US $34.99
|
 Custom Rod Building Cork Spinning Handle Kit 10 1 8 Mudhole HKS 1 US $22.00
|
 Flex Coat Lite Formula Loaded Syringe Finish Kit F1KL US $11.95
|
 Nylon Threads for Rod Making NCP US $9.99
|
 U 40 4 oz Rod Bond Kit for Custom Fishing Rods U40 9 US $9.95
|
 Rod Building Golf Clubs Crafts and Wood Working Epoxy Glue 2 oz Kit US $6.50
|
 |
Hoppe's Cleaning Kit for Air Rifle and Pistol with Steel Rod and Box List Price: $13.99 Sale Price: $9.95 Used From: $10.20  |
|
Hoppe's airgun cleaning kit 3-piece steel rod with looped handle 2.25-oz. Hoppe's 9 lubricating oil Brass jag .17-cal brass brush* Cleaning patches Gun care guide *The brush is .17 caliber. It will still work on your ... |
 |
Hoppe's Cleaning Kit for .38, .357 Caliber 9mm Pistol with Aluminum Rod, Box E/F List Price: $14.95 Sale Price: $9.32 Used From: $19.00 |
|
Pistol Gun Cleaning Kit .38/.357/.9mm Caliber |
 |
Outers Ruger 10/22 Aluminum Rod Cleaning Kit List Price: $16.28 Sale Price: $12.99 |
|
Outers offers a wide selection of sturdy, long-lasting and easy-to-use aluminum rod kits shotguns rifles, shotguns or pistols in several versions. This kit is made specifically for the Ruger 10/22 and includes a sturdy box for secure storage and transport, lightweight cleaning rod, phosphor bronze bore brush, spear pointed jag, slotted patch loop, micro-fiber absorbent patches, Outers Nitro Solvent Gun Cleaner (2 oz), Outers Gun Oil (2 oz), muzzle guard, and patch catcher to keep fouling out of chamber. |
 |
Hoppe's Cleaning Kit for .22 - .257 Caliber with Aluminum Rod, Clam E/F List Price: $10.95 Sale Price: $7.28 |
|
Contains solvent, lubricating oil, patches, rifle rod, knob and slotted ends, and brush. Model No. U22B for .22, .222, .223, .224, and .225 calibers. |
 |
Shakespeare Medium Action Travel Mate Telescopic Kit Combo (6-Feet 6-Inch) List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $29.99 |
|
Whether you're traveling across the country for business or driving through the countryside to visit a family member, it's always nice to have a rod and reel available for spur-of-the-moment fishing trips... |
 |
Outers 12 Gauge Aluminum Rod Shotgun Cleaning Kit (Hard Case) List Price: $10.99 Sale Price: $10.99 Used From: $18.02 |
|
Outers offers a wide selection of sturdy, long-lasting and easy-to-use aluminum rod kits shotguns rifles, shotguns or pistols in several versions for specific calibers or gauges. This kit includes a sturdy box for secure storage and transport, lightweight cleaning rod, phosphor bronze bore brush, slotted patch loop, rod adaptor, micro-fiber absorbent patches, Outers Nitro Solvent Gun Cleaner (2 oz) and Outers Gun Oil (2 oz). |
 |
Scotty Baitcaster/spinning Rod Holder with Gear-head Mount Kit List Price: $52.99 Sale Price: $39.45 |
|
Scotty #388-BK is a black #279 Baitcaster/Spinning Rod Holder with a Gear-Head Mount Kit that is great for kayaks. Bring your rod closer to you and snap it in place. The rod holder design has a side mounted flange, which leaves the bottom open, allowing the rod holder to accommodate trigger grips... |
 |
Crystal River Fly Fishing Combo Kit List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $15.49 |
|
Kit includes 8'0" 3-piece fly rod, graphite fly reel, fly line, tapered leader and two flies. |
 |
Okuma VS-605-20 Voyager Spinning Travel Kit List Price: $46.99 Sale Price: $39.99 |
|
Compact and easy to carry, the Okuma Voyager Travel Kit has everything you need for casual fishing while camping and hiking. The kit includes a six-foot graphite composite rod with a comfortable cork grip, ceramic guide inserts, stainless steel hooded reel seats, a ball bearing drive system, a corrosion-resistant aluminum spool, and a soft-sided carry case... |