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How to Build Ice Rods from Start to Finish (VIDEO)
jigmaster5:
Today, I'm walking thru everything you need to build your own ice rods. This might be old hat for some of the pros on here - this is more geared to new builders that don't know where to start. Also, I'm not a professional rod builder & I'm self-taught, so some of the things that I do aren't how professionals will accomplish the same task - this is just how I do it.
Ice rods are 1 of the easiest to build, so once you do a few of them - you're pretty much set to build any kind of rod that you like. When I was starting out, there weren't as many resources online and I had to learn the hard way. Lots of trial + error, some failures. So, I'm hoping this video might inspire a few ppl to try rod building & shorten the learning the curve.
All the tools, equipment, + components are listed in the video description.
If there's anything else that I didn't cover (I had to skip ahead in a few spots otherwise this video would be 2 hrs+ long), let me know. Ask question, if you're interested.
Check it out if you have some time...
CoryTDF:
Great video. I build one rod last year and was super proud of it. Broke it the first day I went out when my snowmobile flipped due to being forced off the road from some crazy guy in a truck. Been looking to make another. What are your go to blanks? I used a MHX for mine last year.
grizzlyhackle:
Pretty dang sweet - thanks for posting this!
jigmaster5:
--- Quote from: grizzlyhackle on Feb 08, 2024, 02:59 PM ---Pretty dang sweet - thanks for posting this!
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Thx, I appreciate it! ;D
jigmaster5:
--- Quote from: CoryTDF on Feb 08, 2024, 02:55 PM ---Broke it the first day I went out when my snowmobile flipped due to being forced off the road from some crazy guy in a truck.
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Ah, that stinks....but better than breaking some bones! :o
--- Quote from: CoryTDF on Feb 08, 2024, 02:55 PM ---What are your go to blanks? I used a MHX for mine last year.
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Not a fan of MHX for ice rods (just my 2c)
Best value that I've found is the Sportman's Direct Extreme Taper Glass rods (specifically the 34" model) - you can cut that down to size, too.
The blanks in the video were from Bass Khang.
I've also built a few noodle rods from DH Customs - very nice blanks. They are kind of a pain to build, tho - b/c the tip section is so soft. I wouldn't recommend those if you have built a bunch of rods already. Very good blanks, tho. ;D
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