Custom handle on my CTS

[jc53]

Hey all
I am really happy with the results of my first custom rod

CTS 2 piece 12 ft 4-8 lb. just got the handle re done and the first three bottom guides

What do you guys think
Jose

 

[float^drifter]

looking nice, i got 2 more rods coming he's way :smile:

 

[RiverNinja]

Taking my GL2 to get completely stripped. New guides and going with a new custom reel seat and cork..
-Still haven't decided on Fuji's or the Recoil's...

 

[despotiko]

Taking my GL2 to get completely stripped. New guides and going with a new custom reel seat and cork..
-Still haven't decided on Fuji's or the Recoil's...

Fuji TYSG's if you can afford them lol. BYAGs are probably the "best bang for you buck" guides, the alconite ring is very durable and lighter then SIC inserts.
As for the RECs, i've had problems with them on my bass rods.The new black pearls look interesting though, but if you want a nice thin wire guide, with a large I.D. you should check out Minimas. Im putting them on a couple rods im tying right now for me and my buddy, they are mint!

 

[RiverNinja]

Fuji TYSG's if you can afford them lol. BYAGs are probably the "best bang for you buck" guides, the alconite ring is very durable and lighter then SIC inserts.
As for the RECs, i've had problems with them on my bass rods.The new black pearls look interesting though, but if you want a nice thin wire guide, with a large I.D. you should check out Minimas. Im putting them on a couple rods im tying right now for me and my buddy, they are mint!

It's good to hear another person's insights, especially one with building experience.. The fuji's are def not cheap, but I am leaning towards them.( builder has them in stock so it saves me time)
Still like the design of the REC's and the fact that they are Ti... But I have heard mixed reviews..
I will def look into the Minima's

Thanks Despotiko
:smile:

 

[RiverNinja]

GL2 has gone in for surgery!
Chose the Fuji's, over the rest..

I will post up a new thread when I get it back, :mrgreen: