kLuo Posted January 24, 2011 Posted January 24, 2011 Here's an interesting thought: how important is it to remove the plastic on newly bought cork rod handles? I know that if moisture gets underneath it, it can rot the cork. But some of the rods I just bought have a super tight plastic wrapping and I don't see that being a problem. Does removing the plastic significantly affect rod sensitivity? I also am not a huge fan of the texture of cork. I have some EVA foam rods but some of my rods are cork handles. I was thinking of coating my cork handles with some U-40 if I do decide to remove the plastic. Thoughts? Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 #1 You'll look like a fool. #2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet. #3 It tears and looks trashy in short order. : Quote
Super User Sam Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 #4. Roadwarrior response X2. Be sure to take your time when removing it as it can be a pain in the fanny and you don't want to cut the cork. Quote
trevor Posted January 24, 2011 Posted January 24, 2011 #1 You'll look like a fool.#2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet. #3 It tears and looks trashy in short order. #4 Looks like hardcore redneck : Quote
Super User bassfisherjk Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 What Roadwarrior said! Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted January 24, 2011 Posted January 24, 2011 Remove the plastic and treat the cork. Quote
Super User ww2farmer Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 #1 You'll look like a fool.#2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet. #3 It tears and looks trashy in short order. : You had it nailed at #1...........LMAO ;D Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 I don't think it could have been put any better than that.... Quote
northern basser Posted January 24, 2011 Posted January 24, 2011 I've saw rods wrapped w/ stuff like this. Kind of makes your rod look like a golf club handle, but would do the trick if you hate cork that much. Quote
Stasher1 Posted January 24, 2011 Posted January 24, 2011 This might be a silly question, but why buy a rod if you don't like the grip material? Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 Probably 50% or more leave the plastic wrap on at the piers. These men and women are not sport fisherman, they fish for dinner. I don't much care for the look myself, but if they like it it's fine with me. Quote
kLuo Posted January 24, 2011 Author Posted January 24, 2011 This might be a silly question, but why buy a rod if you don't like the grip material? No, that's a fair question. I have some cork handles because those deals were too good to not get. For example, I got a Daiwa Cielo rod for $120 from TW when they had them on sale. I got a Shimano Compre for $70 during a sale as well. That's why Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 24, 2011 Super User Posted January 24, 2011 Have you tried U40 Cork Sealer? It changes the feel a bit, if you use a couple of thin coats. Untreated cork feels weird to me now. Too "dry" is all I could say to describe it. Quote
kLuo Posted January 24, 2011 Author Posted January 24, 2011 thanks for all the replies, everyone. I'm going to get myself some U-40 and try it out! Quote
Super User Fishes in trees Posted January 25, 2011 Super User Posted January 25, 2011 I like that rod wrap stuff. I use it on most of my rods, no matter what the handle is made of. I like it cause it makes the handle a little bit thicker and easier to grip. The different colors help too. Soft plastic baits - grey wrap, spinnerbaits - red wrap, crank rods - green wrap, etc. It makes a difference when you've got 20 rods sprinkled all around the boat. Quote
1inStripes Posted January 25, 2011 Posted January 25, 2011 This should take care of your problem: http://www.***.com/Owner_Super_Cut_Braided_Line_Scissors/descpage-OSCS.html Quote
Carrington Posted January 25, 2011 Posted January 25, 2011 ive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to. Quote
Super User BASSclary Posted January 25, 2011 Super User Posted January 25, 2011 ive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to. How? Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted January 25, 2011 Super User Posted January 25, 2011 ive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to. How? Re-read everything he typed. Think about it for a moment, then re-post your reply. Quote
Carrington Posted January 25, 2011 Posted January 25, 2011 ive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to. How? haha ya reread what i posted and hopefully you will understand. Quote
Super User BASSclary Posted January 25, 2011 Super User Posted January 25, 2011 Still don't get it. Am I missing something? Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted January 25, 2011 Super User Posted January 25, 2011 Still don't get it. Am I missing something? Annnnd he hit's it deep! It's going out into left field where it drops in! Notice the part where he said the first day he tried it he won an Elite Series event on SML? Call me crazy, but Carrington aint fishing the Elites, Bassclary. Quote
central.PA.bass Posted January 25, 2011 Posted January 25, 2011 Still don't get it. Am I missing something? You are getting to about that age... you will understand in a few years man.. haha Quote
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