It took about a week to get in and I was impressed. I tried an experiment with thread but it did not work out. So I ordered some YLI to wrap up the Snake Brand Guides. Also ordered an agate stripping guy from J.E. Arguello.
One that didn't work
Much better
I decided to stick with the Ritz style handle that Zeb from Snowman Custom Rod Works showed me. I love the feeling of this style. It gives you a great ergonomic feeling and power.
The reel seat is nickle silver and a maple birdseye insert.
Got everything together and matched it up with a Hatch Fintastic reel.
Casting fiberglass is very different then graphite. The Epic made my graphite feel like a broomstick. It does take some getting use to.
I have only taken it out twice for an hour each time. Only a little rock bass and a three inch wild brownie were landed. So I am still waiting to see what fiberglass feels like with a decent fish on it.
Hopefully that will come soon.
