The Real Value of American Made Rod Blanks
If you're serious about building your own gear, starting with american made rod blanks is usually the first big decision that actually matters for your final build. It's the skeleton of the whole project. You can put the fanciest titanium guides and the most ergonomic cork grips on a rod, but if the blank underneath is a dud, you're just putting lipstick on a pig. There's a reason why experienced rod builders keep coming back to domestic manufacturers, even when there are cheaper options flooding the market from overseas. ...