Hanr3
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I am currently using IM6 rods from Berkley, however have seen some advertisement about the IM8 rods. Looking for any feedback.
I also have a Berkly IM6 rod, as well as a BPS IM8 rod. I like both rods and both are 7 or 8 years old.Hanr3 said:I have two Berkley IM6 Rods that I have been using the past 3 years. So far they have been great compared to Ugly Sticks and the like. These rods are about $40 each, if memory serves me still.
So last year I wanted to try a higher quality rod and bought a St. Croix Primier. My only basis for a higher quality is cost, and realize more expensive aren't always better.
All this got me to thinking, so what is the difference between rod materials? Im the type that likes to understand the inner workings of things so I can make educated decisions, and spend my money wisely for my needs. I dont mind paying more for a rod that meets my needs and will last.
304boy said:The higher the modulus the more sensitive the rod is but it also makes it more brittle
Ok here we go A tapered mandrel is the object the material is wrapped around to form the rod shape. diameter of patterns I have no idea. If there is a secret formula they aint telling, every manufacturer has their own methods. I believe most rods are built using fiberglass for scrim, more expensive rods are built using graphite. I think some manufacturers have used baron or kevlar in the mix somehow. As far as scrim I think its scrim lol. Hope this helps, anyone else have any ideas or help, please interject.Hanr3 said:Awesome interview. Thanks for the information.
Some notes I took.
Modulas is the carbon fibers, not graphite.
Modulas is only part of the equation, 100% carbon rod is not durable.
Parabolic bend is related to fiberglass rods.
Taper affects rod action and power.
Main characteristics of rod construction; taper mandrels, diameter of patterns, number of patterns, materials used, wall thickness.
Taper is similar to action. Fast taper, fast action.
Cork is rated by the number of defects and porosity.
Guides play a role in rod cost and quality.
More questions. :mrgreen:
What does taper mandrels mean?
What does diameter of patterns mean?
They talked about 3 main components in a rod blank, carbon/graphite, glue, and scrim. Is there a secret formula?
They also mentioned that St. Croix top of the line rods use graphite for the scrim, while lower line rods use fiberglass. Indicated the industry standard is fiberglass scrim. What other materials are used for scrim?
How do you spell scrim? #-o
Lots to talk about. Please educate me.
[url=https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?p=307257#p307257 said:Hanr3 » 26 Mar 2013, 17:33[/url]"]Awesome interview. Thanks for the information.
Some notes I took.
Modulas is the carbon fibers, not graphite.
Modulas is only part of the equation, 100% carbon rod is not durable.
Parabolic bend is related to fiberglass rods.
Taper affects rod action and power.
Main characteristics of rod construction; taper mandrels, diameter of patterns, number of patterns, materials used, wall thickness.
Taper is similar to action. Fast taper, fast action.
Cork is rated by the number of defects and porosity.
Guides play a role in rod cost and quality.
More questions. :mrgreen:
What does taper mandrels mean?
What does diameter of patterns mean?
They talked about 3 main components in a rod blank, carbon/graphite, glue, and scrim. Is there a secret formula?
They also mentioned that St. Croix top of the line rods use graphite for the scrim, while lower line rods use fiberglass. Indicated the industry standard is fiberglass scrim. What other materials are used for scrim?
How do you spell scrim? #-o
Lots to talk about. Please educate me.
[url=https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?p=307257#p307257 said:Hanr3 » 26 Mar 2013, 17:33[/url]"]Awesome interview. Thanks for the information.
Some notes I took.
Modulas is the carbon fibers, not graphite.
Modulas is only part of the equation, 100% carbon rod is not durable.
Parabolic bend is related to fiberglass rods.
Taper affects rod action and power.
Main characteristics of rod construction; taper mandrels, diameter of patterns, number of patterns, materials used, wall thickness.
Taper is similar to action. Fast taper, fast action.
Cork is rated by the number of defects and porosity.
Guides play a role in rod cost and quality.
More questions. :mrgreen:
What does taper mandrels mean?
What does diameter of patterns mean?
They talked about 3 main components in a rod blank, carbon/graphite, glue, and scrim. Is there a secret formula?
They also mentioned that St. Croix top of the line rods use graphite for the scrim, while lower line rods use fiberglass. Indicated the industry standard is fiberglass scrim. What other materials are used for scrim?
How do you spell scrim? #-o
Lots to talk about. Please educate me.
[url=https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?p=293972#p293972 said:Hanr3 » 03 Jan 2013, 21:11[/url]"]I am currently using IM6 rods from Berkley, however have seen some advertisement about the IM8 rods. Looking for any feedback.
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