06-02-2009, 12:58 PM
>The only other problem I see with building your own at this point, is you have no idea what taper/action you want. And there is no way to test this on a blank. <
While this is true, FG, it's also true for choosing a finished rod. A beginner has no way of rationally choosing a taper/action because (s)he hasn't a clue what that really means.
Although fly shop personnel usually can be a big help in this regard, so much depends on personal style and preference, and the kind of fishing being done, that such a choice can only be made after you get some experience under your belt.
Brook
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While this is true, FG, it's also true for choosing a finished rod. A beginner has no way of rationally choosing a taper/action because (s)he hasn't a clue what that really means.
Although fly shop personnel usually can be a big help in this regard, so much depends on personal style and preference, and the kind of fishing being done, that such a choice can only be made after you get some experience under your belt.
Brook
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