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Have you ever wanted to build your own fishing rod but don't know where to start? Well this is the class for you! Mud Hole is pleased to begin offering an "Introduction to Rod Building" class for beginner rod builders. Our rod building classes are taught by experienced instructors with state of the art teaching aids and projection equipment.
During the class, students will learn all of the the proper techniques for building a custom rod. Some of the techniques you will learn include:
Selecting the right blank and components
Splining blanks
Attaching tip-tops
Thread wrapping
Cork reaming
Filing guide feet
Guide placement
Applying finish
Attaching reel seats
... and much more
Includes a FREE 2nd Day Advanced Techniques Seminar!
Our on the road rod building classes are a 2-day event. On day one you will learn everything above while you build a custom rod start-to-finish. Day two you will pick up your rod and be treated to free advanced skills seminars – going beyond the basics, you will be treated to lessons in:
Marbling
Decorative Wraps
Building Custom Cork Handles
Basic Weaving
Custom Inlays
Abalone Inlays & More
What's Included in the Class?
Students will build a 6'6" spinning rod from pre-assembled kits, which are included in the price of the class. Choose your favorite thread colors and a custom fish decal. Not only do we provide all of the necessary tools and supplies, but you get to keep them when you leave!
For just you get the following:
Personalized instruction from four professional rod builders
A Complete 6'6" IM6 Graphite Spinning Rod Kit:
IS661M Graphite Spinning Blank (Matte Black)
American Tackle Halide spinning guides and tip-top
Your choice of custom thread wrap color combination
Your choice of custom fish decal
9" Cork rear grip
2 1/2" Cork foregrip
17mm Deluxe cushioned graphite reel seat with stainless hoods
Black winding check & butt cap
Your Very Own Hand Rod Wrapper
Burnishing Tool
Flexcoat All-In-One Rod Assembly Kit:
24cc Flex Coat Rod Builders Epoxy Glue
4 - Epoxy Glue Mixing Sticks
Flex Coat Tip Top Adhesive
Flex Coat Guide Foot Adhesive
24cc Flex Coat Rod Wrapping Finish
4 - Flex Coat Mixing Cups
4 - Flex Coat Finish Stir Sticks
2 - Yellow Brushes
2 - Purple Brushes
An exclusive 2nd day of Advanced Techniques Seminars, covering professional techniques such as:
