Rodgeeks Question

[Hogsticker]

Hey guys. Curious what the natural blanks look like, or if anyone has even used one since the paint option is available and such a big push. I see they have 2 piece options in the carbon 2 line, and I need another travel rod. I've heard from a few folks who stripped down some St Croix blanks that they were rather unsightly upon completion. Not opposed to paint, just curious. Thx 

[S Hovanec]

Stripped down SCIV blanks are fugly!!

The Rodgeeks natural blank isn't raw, it is a matte clear.  Think SCIII from 10 or so years ago or the old Rainshadow RX7 finish.

Don't know what you're looking for, but they now offer a few models in a 4pc travel series. http://rodgeeks.com/blanks/travel-series/

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I've got a natural blank here now. There are a couple swirls visible on it but it's on par with other natural / matte finishes I've seen. 

[Hogsticker]

Thanks guys. Much appreciated 

[Big Bait Fishing]

have no idea some one would say St. Croix blanks look ugly stripped down to raw graphite , mine looks like any other raw blank , beautiful !! just my opinion but i think raw blanks look way better than cheesy paint jobs ...

[MickD]

Natural blanks look very nice especially with a coat of permagloss or equivalent to give some gloss and bring out the beauty of the texture.  If you're going to try stripping a rod and finishing it, two things:  Don't sand into the "cloth," take only the finish.  Second, never use wrap epoxy to finish it.  Too soft, heavier build than necessary, and very difficult to get a smooth finish.  Permagloss or equivalent is the way to go.  Thin coat, work fast with a disposable foam brush.

[Big Bait Fishing]

for me , I use Citristrip and a very fine (Gray) scotchbrite and take my time ..