Billy’s Blog: A Visit to the Rod Forge Factory & Testing New Blanks
The art of building a custom fishing rod has many aspects: what guides should be used, what colors to wrap them, and which grip materials are ideal. But the most important factor – is blank...
The art of building a custom fishing rod has many aspects: what guides should be used, what colors to wrap them, and which grip materials are ideal. But the most important factor – is blank selection. It can be quite overwhelming for even a seasoned builder to decide which blank...
Fishing rods are an essential tool for any angler. They come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, and some anglers even prefer to build their own DIY fishing rods. While DIY fishing rods offer a sense of pride and customization, they also require proper maintenance and repair to ensure optimal...
If you're new to rod building, you may have heard the term "blank" being thrown around quite a bit. So, what exactly is a blank? In simple terms, a blank is the raw, unadorned shaft of a fishing rod. It's the foundation upon which the rest of the rod components...
