Archive for October 2011
Still Compiling…
Each afternoon I spend an hour or so and compile more results from the Rod Builders Survey performed over the Summer months. Although I had hoped to be finished by now, the strong response has resulted in the task taking much longer than I had anticipated. But stay tuned, I hope to have it completed…
Read MoreCorrection
Got a note from Greg Stotesbury at AFTCO Mfg. last week asking me why AFTCO wasn’t on the list of exhibitors for the upcoming 2012 International Custom Rod Building Exposition. After all, AFTCO was among the very first to purchase booth space for the event. The reason was that I simply made a mistake and…
Read MoreVolume 14 Issue #5
The Volume 14 Number 5 Issue of RodMaker is in the mail, now. Most subscribers will receive it towards the end of this month (October 2011). Featured articles and columns include: • No Crack Abalone Method • Stacked Leather Handles and Grips • Evolution of Spinning Guide Systems • The Microwave Guide Story •…
Read MoreEarly Exhibitor List
While it’s still very early, following are the first companies to purchase booth space for the 2012 International Custom Rod Building Exposition, to be held February 25 & 26, 2012 at the beautiful Showplace Center in High Point, NC. As of October 1st, 2011 American Tackle Angler’s Envy Angler’s Resource (Fuji) Angler’s Roost Batson/Rainshadow/ALPs…
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