Interested in First (maybe a second) Custom Rod

[dgkasper58]

Hello,

I am interested in a potential Casting MH Mod Cranking rod and Spinning M to ML Fast (drop shot/Ned/weightless texas rig) rod.

 

I have no idea where this starts but just wanted to compare other custom rods to that of an "off the shelf rod".  I currently have 1 custom rod and love the quality for a similar price.  

 

If you are willing and want to maybe pick up a job PM me and maybe we can work something out.  

 

Would love pictures!

 

Thanks

[Angry John]

Cost is almost always more.  The builder has a time investment, and even with price breaks still pay more when using the exact same components.  My cheapest custom so far was 300, and its everything I want.  I only mention this as going custom is not a money saving route but a way to get a rod that is not available off the shelf.  There are several custom builders on the site and DVT is a site sponsor.  Step one is to know exactly what you want.  Have you fished a blank you know is a perfect fit or something close?  Which reel seat is your favorite.  Are you looking for a working guide train of the builders desire or sic on a kr setup.  Do you you have length storage and transportation limits?

[dgkasper58]

2 minutes ago, Angry John said:

Cost is almost always more.  The builder has a time investment, and even with price breaks still pay more when using the exact same components.  My cheapest custom so far was 300, and its everything I want.  I only mention this as going custom is not a money saving route but a way to get a rod that is not available off the shelf.  There are several custom builders on the site and DVT is a site sponsor.  Step one is to know exactly what you want.  Have you fished a blank you know is a perfect fit or something close?  Which reel seat is your favorite.  Are you looking for a working guide train of the builders desire or sic on a kr setup.  Do you you have length storage and transportation limits?

I understand that-  I am not looking for anything crazy specific as I am not "absolute" in my rods.  I have too many rods as is and want to start to cut out my lesser quality gear and fall in love with better quality.  I bought 2 "more expensive" set ups and find myself using those rods for a variety of applications (I'd rather cut off and retie then use one of my lesser rods because I literally FEEL the difference in some applications).  My "custom rod" that I own is just off the shelf from a rod builder.

 

No idea on favorite blank.

I know I want split grips

Length 6'6'' -7'4 but can be anything in between

No idea on guides- do not want micro

 

Is there a way to get info on this stuff from never doing this before?

[.ghoti.]

Call Mike ar DVT (third logo from the bottom on the right edge of the page)

 

He will walk you through the whole process. 

[spoonplugger1]

St. Croix XLC70MHF, will get the job done with no guesswork on anyone's part. Best of everything at a decent price with a super warranty. Same for your spinning rod. Get a custom when you have a specific need that's not met and you have a good idea of what's wrong.

[Angry John]

1 hour ago, spoonplugger1 said:

St. Croix XLC70MHF, will get the job done with no guesswork on anyone's part. Best of everything at a decent price with a super warranty. Same for your spinning rod. Get a custom when you have a specific need that's not met and you have a good idea of what's wrong.

I agree my st croix legend elite 70mhf always gets a spot in my yak and is one heck of a rod.  One of my best purchases in fishing and the rod and reel gorilla has a firm grip on me.

[Steveo-1969]

On 10/3/2018 at 9:30 PM, .ghoti. said:

Call Mike ar DVT (third logo from the bottom on the right edge of the page)

 

He will walk you through the whole process. 

X2. Mike @Delaware Valley Tackle built a custom rod for me this past spring and I couldn't be happier.

[Alex from GA]

Agree with the specific application.  I needed a rod for kayak fishing in small rivers for shooting under overhanging trees plus super sensitivity.  In the past 10 years I built 5 rods for that purpose and bought a couple more.  Last year I think I may have finally succeeded.