This board is for discussing the repair and restoration of bamboo fly rods, makers discussion and construction techniques relating to same. Examples would be different techniques or methods used by restorationists and makers.
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Last post by Christoph Boeing
02/26/24 16:21
Any makers in Portland Or region?
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Rodney777 »
02/22/24 16:59
Since I’ve moved down from Seattle, I wonder if anyone else down here is making rods and interested in a meet and greet.
Rodney
Battle Ground, Wa
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Last post by Dave Dozer
02/26/24 14:11
Spindle Bore on Wood Lathe
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oldatheart »
02/24/24 13:55
Well, my efforts to get my lathe repaired have been fruitless, and it seems like it's time to invest in something new. I'm aware of the most popular...
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Last post by oldatheart
02/25/24 13:39
Resetting ferrules
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OPBamboo »
02/24/24 12:18
I have a Heddon trade rod (9’ 2 1/2f) and there’s a wiggle in the butt/ mid connection. Ferrule fit is good, so the issue must be the fit to the...
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Last post by BigTJ
02/24/24 19:59
Finish on cork grips
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rogerblong »
02/23/24 11:52
I have seen some spey rods with what looks like a finish on the cork grip, maybe Tru-Oil or something similar. Is anybody on the forum familiar with...
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Last post by Random Casts
02/23/24 13:30
What’s new in varnish?
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Rodney777 »
02/19/24 10:40
Getting back to making rods after a few years off. I emptied my dip tube when I moved because the varnish was gelled. Now I need to refill it.
I...
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Last post by eastprong
02/23/24 04:30
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Last post by Canewrap
02/22/24 16:37
rewrapping
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steve heintz »
02/09/24 13:43
i am looking to have my Fred Devine rainbow fly rod re wrapped, it was handed down to me 25 years ago and needs a little TLC. can anyone suggest a...
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Last post by Brier549
02/22/24 09:26
Dip and drip tube withdrawal rate
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chawri364 »
02/11/24 08:16
New to the notion of using these applications, and the minutes per inch obviously matters, down to two decimals to some I've seen!
Slower withdrawal...
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Last post by bluesjay
02/22/24 01:01
Micro Ferrules
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DeanRip »
02/21/24 05:51
Morning guys,
I am looking to make a rod with micro ferrules. So I have two questions:
1. Can they be used on rods as large as 6wts?
2. Where can I...
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Last post by DonT
02/21/24 18:18
Painted cork grips…..
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flyguymt »
02/17/24 14:11
Probably a dumb question (or 2), often I see cork grips covered in “paint, ” is that stuff lead based, latex, acrylic or some alien substance from...
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Last post by jeffkn1
02/20/24 11:49
Need help badly
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SKIPFOTO »
02/15/24 09:33
Attention: All that may be able to contribute
I have posted a message on this forum in hopes of finding others that have a kinship with others that...
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Last post by bambooflyrodsrecycld
02/19/24 22:36
Dark Maple
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Twice »
02/18/24 15:57
Got my hands on a piece of 24”x3”x1” roasted curly maple. I think the correct name is torrefied maple. I’ve never seen anything like it before.It...
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Last post by MattZilliox
02/19/24 15:19
Repairing a Butt End with Dowel Rod
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SKIPFOTO »
08/27/21 07:23
I have a project of repairing an old bamboo fly rod where the bamboo went about halfway to the reel seat and had a wooden sleeve over the bamboo for...
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Last post by SKIPFOTO
02/19/24 14:34
Titanium ferrules
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Godfroy »
01/16/23 16:05
This is an extension of a topic which arose earlier, elsewhere.
Titanium ferrules
Facts - titanium is about half the weight and twice the strength...
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Last post by Tom Smithwick
02/19/24 09:38
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Last post by jpershke
02/19/24 07:44
Block plane
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oneculm »
02/17/24 23:03
I have been asked to make a few rods again and I had given my old plane's to a friend. No problem just go to Amazon and get a couple. I like low...
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Last post by oneculm
02/18/24 09:12
advise on whether to rebuild
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murmsk »
02/15/24 10:49
So I have an older H & I rod that is in need of some help I am wanting a rod to fish. I lawn casted it it seemed ok but im no expert. the bamboo...
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Last post by murmsk
02/17/24 11:53
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Last post by SKIPFOTO
02/17/24 10:46
REC Components
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Carpenter Bros Rods »
02/14/24 20:43
Has anyone talked with REC lately or gotten an order? I can't seem to get anyone to answer the phone or emails. I have sent Ryan an email and left a...
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Last post by ffftroutbum
02/15/24 15:06
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