strmanglr scott
Well-known member
I've only built a couple rods. I did it with just some basic instruction and they turned out pretty good from what I could tell.
I'm thinking of going all in and getting a rod wrapper and dryer. I found what seems to be a good deal from Mudhole. I feel having a rod dryer is essential but a bit pricey for just making myself a few rods.
RBS Hand Wrapping System with 9RPM Dryer [110V] | mudhole.com
If I do this eventually I will want to sell my rods. For those of you who do sell your creations, how many did you build before you were confident in selling them?
Where did you sell them? Through friends, on Craigslist, maybe consigned through the local fly shop?
Do you have a basic formula for the price?
How many rods are you selling in a year?
I'm not looking to make a living doing this. I can see myself wanting to build at least 2-3 rods for myself. Then just do it as a hobby.
I'm thinking of going all in and getting a rod wrapper and dryer. I found what seems to be a good deal from Mudhole. I feel having a rod dryer is essential but a bit pricey for just making myself a few rods.
RBS Hand Wrapping System with 9RPM Dryer [110V] | mudhole.com
If I do this eventually I will want to sell my rods. For those of you who do sell your creations, how many did you build before you were confident in selling them?
Where did you sell them? Through friends, on Craigslist, maybe consigned through the local fly shop?
Do you have a basic formula for the price?
How many rods are you selling in a year?
I'm not looking to make a living doing this. I can see myself wanting to build at least 2-3 rods for myself. Then just do it as a hobby.