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Title: Custom rods
Post by: dylan7mm on June 07, 2017, 05:43:30 PM
Ok I'm looking to start swapping from Cabelas rods to some good custom rods that are going to last I fish every thing from finesse to xd crank baits and want to know what you all use for each technique! Any and all info is appreciated!


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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Capt. BassinLou on June 07, 2017, 05:55:53 PM
That's easy!!

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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: zippyduck on June 07, 2017, 05:58:57 PM
Any idea what kind of budget you are looking at?
A Dobyns, Gloomis, or Kistler rod may be better for your budget and still getting high quality rods.
If your budget lets you definitely look into a LSCR.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Princeton_Man on June 07, 2017, 06:25:46 PM
Quote from: Bassinlou on June 07, 2017, 05:55:53 PM
That's easy!!

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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: dylan7mm on June 07, 2017, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: zippyduck on June 07, 2017, 05:58:57 PM
Any idea what kind of budget you are looking at?
A Dobyns, Gloomis, or Kistler rod may be better for your budget and still getting high quality rods.
If your budget lets you definitely look into a LSCR.
I was thinking around $200 a rod



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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: zippyduck on June 07, 2017, 06:58:57 PM
Quote from: dylan7mm on June 07, 2017, 06:51:26 PM
I was thinking around $200 a rod



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Look at Dobyns Sierra series and for cranks look at their mislabeled glass rods. Better hurry on the mislabeled rods, they are going fast.
Can't beat these 2 options for that price.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Tavery5 on June 07, 2017, 09:04:03 PM
How many rods you looking to purchase?
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: FloridaFishinFool on June 07, 2017, 10:01:06 PM
Dylan, LS is a great rod builder no doubt, but I was wondering if you had ever considered making your own custom rods???

There are places where you can sign up and pay a nominal fee and build your own rod while learning how to do it. This is a great way to get started.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 07:33:53 AM
Quote from: Bassinlou on June 07, 2017, 05:55:53 PM
That's easy!!

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Does Lee possibly have a website where you can look at options?


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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: LgMouthGambler on June 27, 2017, 07:37:05 AM
Quote from: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 07:33:53 AM
Does Lee possibly have a website where you can look at options?


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Just PM him on here. He will explain the rest
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 07:37:54 AM
Quote from: LgMouthGambler on June 27, 2017, 07:37:05 AM
Just PM him on here. He will explain the rest
I attempted, not going through for some reason.


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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Terry G on June 27, 2017, 07:40:53 AM
Quote from: Bassinlou on June 07, 2017, 05:55:53 PM
That's easy!!

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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: LgMouthGambler on June 27, 2017, 07:45:15 AM
Quote from: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 07:37:54 AM
I attempted, not going through for some reason.


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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: SFL BassHunter on June 27, 2017, 08:15:07 AM
There is no doubt that if you're looking for a custom rod, you need to be talking with Lee Smith.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Polaris425 on June 27, 2017, 08:16:25 AM
Ditto. Lee is the man. You won't find a better quality build anywhere.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Princeton_Man on June 27, 2017, 08:22:07 AM
You can pick out components that you like at Get Bit Outdoors (http://www.getbitoutdoors.com/) but, you need to have a consult or two with Lee. He'll be able to advise you based on your wants, needs, and fishin' style. His builds aren't just fancy rods, they're precision tools custom made for your hands.
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Mike Cork on June 27, 2017, 08:24:07 AM
Quote from: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 07:37:54 AM
I attempted, not going through for some reason.


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As a spam protection members must have 5 posts before being able to use the private message system. Swing by the New Member Board and say hello, then enter the contests and you'll have your post count and be able to message Lee!
Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 10:05:15 PM
Quote from: Mike Cork on June 27, 2017, 08:24:07 AM
As a spam protection members must have 5 posts before being able to use the private message system. Swing by the New Member Board and say hello, then enter the contests and you'll have your post count and be able to message Lee!
I was able to reach Lee


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Title: Re: Custom rods
Post by: Mike Cork on June 27, 2017, 10:05:51 PM
Quote from: singingwhodat on June 27, 2017, 10:05:15 PM
I was able to reach Lee


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Good deal


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