Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => Rod Building => Topic started by: Rammerz on December 13, 2015, 03:45:04 PM
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Hi guys,
Thinking of getting a custom Rod built by valley custom rods and was wondering if anybody had any experience with the Rainshadow blanks?
Thanks!
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I have built up 20 or so Rainshadow blanks over the years; when I gear fish (which isn’t often nowadays) I use a Rainshadow 1263 built for a levelwind. Love it. This Christmas I have built up 2 Rainshadow flyrods for my grandsons. Imo, as a rod builder and an angler, these are good value for the money sticks. I have had one warranty issue over the years and Mark, formally of Valley Custom Rods was there all the way for me. I have no doubt Chad Hammond will offer this same great service.
They aren’t quite Sage quality, but they are about the third of the price ;)
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Awesome, great advice Dave! Appreciate it and happy holidays!
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Which Rainshadow blank?
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The blank I wanna get is the RX-7 2 piece salmon/steelhead. It's an 11 footer 10-20 lb rating
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The RX7 blank is nice for a centerpin application. It is more moderate action and flexes deep into the handle, making for smooth casting. For Levelwind I prefer the XST family, specifically XST1263. It is faster action, very light and responsive. My favorite float rod for certain.
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Thanks for the input typhoon. I'm gonna use it for cp fishing. Happy holidays!
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Nice spoonman! I'm fired up to get this done now!!
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Get Dave Barnes to build you what ever style you want. He does an awesome job.
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Nice spoonman! I'm fired up to get this done now!!
Rammerz did you get that rod built? If so give an update.
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RX8 1263 probably on of my favorite rods for any salmon fishing
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RX8 1263 probably on of my favorite rods for any salmon fishing
Thanks Kalex60 but looking into building a CP rod
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RX8 1263 probably on of my favorite rods for any salmon fishing
Also want longer rod