Etienne Harvey
Senior Member & Supporter
Hi people, I'm seeking some advice for a custom power float rod I'm looking to have built for me. Birthday coming up soon so thought I'd treat myself. Barbel are my main quarry but would like it to be still fun to catch other species. I've had a chat with a local rod maker who does lovely work but he has stated that he's never made a float rod. He only uses Harrison blanks also. I've been intouch with Harrison to ask what blanks they have which would fit my needs and I'm waiting to hear back after telling them I'd like a 14 or 15 foot rod. They did say that there are some other blanks available that aren't on their list online. I tend to use big floats 6g -11g and main line up to 10lb. Which guides do people recommend? I'd obviously want single legged high stand off light weight guides. I definitely want a cork handle and I'd like an adjustable position reel seat (like the one on my daiwa spectron, but better looking if possible) so I can balance the rod when using different reels. I'm trying to gather some information now so I can make my decisions for when I get it built so any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Etienne
Thanks Etienne
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