Texas Rod Builders

Terry Jones · Terry Jones

Found this and right now it is just a trial...but it looks great and is reasonable. It will be much easier to communcate with everyone and to get feedback by just posting thread. There ia not a lot of control now, but after we subscribe to the Gold package....it looks like it will do everything we want! ht...

Jason Barnette · Jason Barnette

Has anyone heard of these guys and if so, what do you think about their products? I really like his designs and im thinking about getting his mothly special, which is a power rod wrapper, a 3 rod dryer and a epoxy mixer. Here is the link in case anyone wants to look at his stuff. http://www.okierodbuild...

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

i call it the Spiral Dragon

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

Don't forget club meeting this Saturday.

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

Today is Terry G.s birthday. Terry you have really become a valued member of TRB. Thank you for all the things you do for us. I am computer stupid so it is good to have you younger guys to help with websites and stuff. Pat

Paul Lindsey · Paul Lindsey

Silvia are you going to wait until the West Coast show to introduce you're new thread? Just wondering Paul

Paul Lindsey · Paul Lindsey

Can anyone give me some directions on building a Telescoping rod. The blank is 6' and the sliding piece is 18" making it a 7'6" rod Any help would be appreciated

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

http://www.texasrodbuilders.com/Rod_Building_Classes.html

Alan Heuston · Alan Heuston

Just read that Tom Kirkman should release his decision later this week about holding the 2011 Expo as well as dates & location. Anyone that wants to go should start planning soon. It is well worth the trip!

Paul Lindsey · Paul Lindsey

Guys and gals i need one size 4 chrome guide. I anyone has one i would gladly pay for it and the postage Thanks Paul

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

Good news! Our 501c3 designation has been approved, we are now officially a charitable organization. All donations to us are tax deductable. Pat

Silvia Davis · Silvia Davis

Please check out the following link to help with the much needed effort to clean up the catastrophic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. This is at least one thing we all can do. Be sure to send this information along to your friends, hairdressers, dog groomers. This really can help! Welcome to Matter Of Tru...

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

while fishing yesterday i noticed that just behind the horn for about an inch the cork is broken on the rod, must have happend when i got that big jack. i had no idea that that blank flexed that much, am open to suggestions for a repair as i dont wish to remove the reel seat and cork handle. what do you think if...

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

This is just to give you an update on our progress in obtaining a 501c3 status. We have been assigned a caseworker and she has asked for additional info and asked that we add a paragraph to our by-laws saying we will abide by the rules governing a 501c3 organization. Hopefully we are getting down to the ti...

Paul Lindsey · Paul Lindsey

Hi guys and Gal; I am fixing to start a 7' orvis 4 wt 2pc. Would like some information on the guide sizes stripper to top. I am thinking using the FUJI single foot guides, Also a good reel seat for a rod like this. I will be building a 71/2" half wells fore grip. Thanks Paul

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

Just to let every one know the "Events page" has been updated in regards to pictures from the second training class . ( located in the "training class schedule" link on the Events page ) even though it was a bit small, i believe we all learned quite a bit, i know i did ! enjoy

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

Just to let every one know there is also an updated "training class schedule" link on the Events page that can be printed besides using the Calendar to see events. There is also now a Paypal "Donation" button on the Rods For Soldiers page if any one wishes to donate that way.

Paul Lindsey · Paul Lindsey

Just wanted everyone to know i must have gotten a bad batch of the Thread Art Thread. The color is not consistent, it fades in and out on a base wrap or a guide wrap. Like i say i may have just got a bad batch.

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

I may be stepping out of line here but i have along with a few others here rebuilt the main home web site (granted its old school html) but i kinda think it looks nice. If there is something wrong or a miss spelled word here or there , holler at me ,if there is something that should or "could be added&qu...

Allen Pierce · Allen Pierce

Well folks I am not going to get into the whole debate of who's it is and what to call it but I thought it was a cool technique and thought to give it a try! Here is what I found: I started with Size C NCP red, white and blue, I wrapped it onto the blank (IP842 7') and then burnished it. I then coated it with epoxy (r...

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

I just wanted to let all of you know that you are a great bunch of folks and this club should do very well. Someone needs to take over RFS. PLease steo up. Pat

Don Savage · Don Savage

Two things you might be interested in: One is we have a booth again at the fishing show in March. I will open my booth to the club to put in a small table, or use a corner of one of my tables, with some information about the club with a small sign. I think there are alot of small rod builders out there that may be...

Pat Helton · Pat Helton

Terry Is there going to be a meeting Saturday? If so we need to announce it today. Pat

MaryLouVandeRiet · MaryLouVandeRiet

Just wanted to share with everyone the photos of our very first Honorary Texans bestowed on Ron and Mary Walter...for their support of the TRB !!!... It indeed was a fun time !!....And I had fun getting the certificate together, even signed by our county commissioner !! Thanks again Ron and Miss Mary f...

John Lopez · John Lopez

check'em out

MaryLouVandeRiet · MaryLouVandeRiet

All rods do not have a happy ending...!!.....I could not believe this happened after all the work I put into this handle and reelseat.....but S......Happens !! From the start nothing went right...that should have warned me of what was to come .. Just another OOPS !!!!... ML~~

Terry Goode · Terry Goode

well i for one enjoyed it even if i had to leave early, i did manage to take a few pictures before the other Terry (heheh Terry.N.J.) had us working away. nice well laid out plan of attack, er ah training, well spoken presentation and comfortable atmosphere and commentary, i felt quite at ease there....

James Ket · James Ket

I am looking to learn how to build my own rods. I have never done it and have no clue about it. I was wondering if anybody around San Antonio builds rods and would be willing to teach me how. Or if someone knows of a rod building class around the area, please let me know.

MaryLouVandeRiet · MaryLouVandeRiet

Here are some photos of a custom rod...one of six that was ordered by the same client , and the mess of crappie that was caught using the Ratmo Croc Rod.... It is great to see your rods catch such a good mess of crappie !! This was on Lake Graham in Graham Texas.... MaryLou~~

MaryLouVandeRiet · MaryLouVandeRiet

I was in the process of building a beer can handle for a friend of mine....I decided to try out a new glue and it ended in disaster....it was a mess waiting to happen !!......so it is back to using the Old Barge Cement !! I could have saved myself alot of time and effort by using my tried and true method !! Mary...

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	STICKY: Welcome Everyone! (Preview) Found this and right now it is just a trial...but it looks great and is reasonable. It will be much easier to communcate with everyone and to get feedback by just posting thread. There ia not a lot of control now, but after we subscribe to the Gold package....it looks like it will do everything we want! ht...	Terry Jones	34	6163	Dec 20, 2009 by Alan Heuston
	Okie rod building tools (Preview) Has anyone heard of these guys and if so, what do you think about their products? I really like his designs and im thinking about getting his mothly special, which is a power rod wrapper, a 3 rod dryer and a epoxy mixer. Here is the link in case anyone wants to look at his stuff. http://www.okierodbuild...	Jason Barnette	1	4623	May 30, 2012 by GLennMc7
	latest rod (Preview) i call it the Spiral Dragon	Terry Goode	0	3081	Nov 3, 2011 by Terry Goode
	Club meeting (Preview) Don't forget club meeting this Saturday.	Pat Helton	1	2987	May 29, 2011 by Terry Goode
	Happy birthday (Preview) Today is Terry G.s birthday. Terry you have really become a valued member of TRB. Thank you for all the things you do for us. I am computer stupid so it is good to have you younger guys to help with websites and stuff. Pat	Pat Helton	5	4119	Sep 5, 2010 by Doug Williams
	Bullard Thread (Preview) Silvia are you going to wait until the West Coast show to introduce you're new thread? Just wondering Paul	Paul Lindsey	6	4604	Aug 28, 2010 by Paul Lindsey
	Telescoping rods (Preview) Can anyone give me some directions on building a Telescoping rod. The blank is 6' and the sliding piece is 18" making it a 7'6" rod Any help would be appreciated	Paul Lindsey	5	3535	Jun 28, 2010 by Raymond Adams
	Basic rod building class Jun 12th pictures (Preview) http://www.texasrodbuilders.com/Rod_Building_Classes.html	Terry Goode	1	3340	Jun 14, 2010 by Terry Goode
	2011 ICRBE (Preview) Just read that Tom Kirkman should release his decision later this week about holding the 2011 Expo as well as dates & location. Anyone that wants to go should start planning soon. It is well worth the trip!	Alan Heuston	9	6131	Jun 13, 2010 by Silvia Davis
	Size 4 guide (Preview) Guys and gals i need one size 4 chrome guide. I anyone has one i would gladly pay for it and the postage Thanks Paul	Paul Lindsey	6	3518	Jun 7, 2010 by MaryLouVandeRiet
	We got it. (Preview) Good news! Our 501c3 designation has been approved, we are now officially a charitable organization. All donations to us are tax deductable. Pat	Pat Helton	7	3588	May 27, 2010 by Silvia Davis
	Please HELP! BP Gulf Oil Spill: Pet and Human Hair will help? You Bet!! (Preview) Please check out the following link to help with the much needed effort to clean up the catastrophic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. This is at least one thing we all can do. Be sure to send this information along to your friends, hairdressers, dog groomers. This really can help! Welcome to Matter Of Tru...	Silvia Davis	0	3022	May 27, 2010 by Silvia Davis
	got a problem with my scrimshaw rod (Preview) while fishing yesterday i noticed that just behind the horn for about an inch the cork is broken on the rod, must have happend when i got that big jack. i had no idea that that blank flexed that much, am open to suggestions for a repair as i dont wish to remove the reel seat and cork handle. what do you think if...	Terry Goode	5	3456	May 23, 2010 by Terry Jones
	501C3 (Preview) This is just to give you an update on our progress in obtaining a 501c3 status. We have been assigned a caseworker and she has asked for additional info and asked that we add a paragraph to our by-laws saying we will abide by the rules governing a 501c3 organization. Hopefully we are getting down to the ti...	Pat Helton	3	3324	May 3, 2010 by Trey Shaw
	Fly Rod (Preview) Hi guys and Gal; I am fixing to start a 7' orvis 4 wt 2pc. Would like some information on the guide sizes stripper to top. I am thinking using the FUJI single foot guides, Also a good reel seat for a rod like this. I will be building a 71/2" half wells fore grip. Thanks Paul	Paul Lindsey	5	3290	Mar 25, 2010 by Raymond Adams
	just to let every one know (Preview) Just to let every one know the "Events page" has been updated in regards to pictures from the second training class . ( located in the "training class schedule" link on the Events page ) even though it was a bit small, i believe we all learned quite a bit, i know i did ! enjoy	Terry Goode	0	2990	Mar 5, 2010 by Terry Goode
	TRB home web site, part II (Preview) Just to let every one know there is also an updated "training class schedule" link on the Events page that can be printed besides using the Calendar to see events. There is also now a Paypal "Donation" button on the Rods For Soldiers page if any one wishes to donate that way.	Terry Goode	3	3191	Mar 3, 2010 by John Lopez
	Thread Art Thread (Preview) Just wanted everyone to know i must have gotten a bad batch of the Thread Art Thread. The color is not consistent, it fades in and out on a base wrap or a guide wrap. Like i say i may have just got a bad batch.	Paul Lindsey	0	3212	Mar 3, 2010 by Paul Lindsey
	TRB home web site (Preview) I may be stepping out of line here but i have along with a few others here rebuilt the main home web site (granted its old school html) but i kinda think it looks nice. If there is something wrong or a miss spelled word here or there , holler at me ,if there is something that should or "could be added&qu...	Terry Goode	8	4024	Mar 3, 2010 by Terry Goode
	Mono Wrap Findings! (Preview) Well folks I am not going to get into the whole debate of who's it is and what to call it but I thought it was a cool technique and thought to give it a try! Here is what I found: I started with Size C NCP red, white and blue, I wrapped it onto the blank (IP842 7') and then burnished it. I then coated it with epoxy (r...	Allen Pierce	11	4009	Feb 18, 2010 by MaryLouVandeRiet
	Pat (Preview) I just wanted to let all of you know that you are a great bunch of folks and this club should do very well. Someone needs to take over RFS. PLease steo up. Pat	Pat Helton	16	4543	Feb 17, 2010 by Trey Shaw
	Something for the club (Preview) Two things you might be interested in: One is we have a booth again at the fishing show in March. I will open my booth to the club to put in a small table, or use a corner of one of my tables, with some information about the club with a small sign. I think there are alot of small rod builders out there that may be...	Don Savage	3	3279	Jan 31, 2010 by Brad Lamonte
	Saturday meeting (Preview) Terry Is there going to be a meeting Saturday? If so we need to announce it today. Pat	Pat Helton	6	3196	Jan 30, 2010 by Pat Helton
	TRB Honorary Texans..... (Preview) Just wanted to share with everyone the photos of our very first Honorary Texans bestowed on Ron and Mary Walter...for their support of the TRB !!!... It indeed was a fun time !!....And I had fun getting the certificate together, even signed by our county commissioner !! Thanks again Ron and Miss Mary f...	MaryLouVandeRiet	5	3394	Jan 29, 2010 by MaryLouVandeRiet
	1st TRB Rod Buildn Class (Preview) check'em out	John Lopez	3	3209	Jan 28, 2010 by Trey Shaw
	Not A Happy Ending !!!! (Preview) All rods do not have a happy ending...!!.....I could not believe this happened after all the work I put into this handle and reelseat.....but S......Happens !! From the start nothing went right...that should have warned me of what was to come .. Just another OOPS !!!!... ML~~	MaryLouVandeRiet	5	3199	Jan 27, 2010 by MaryLouVandeRiet
	Rod building class (Preview) well i for one enjoyed it even if i had to leave early, i did manage to take a few pictures before the other Terry (heheh Terry.N.J.) had us working away. nice well laid out plan of attack, er ah training, well spoken presentation and comfortable atmosphere and commentary, i felt quite at ease there....	Terry Goode	19	4697	Jan 27, 2010 by Terry Goode
	San Antonio Rod Builders? (Preview) I am looking to learn how to build my own rods. I have never done it and have no clue about it. I was wondering if anybody around San Antonio builds rods and would be willing to teach me how. Or if someone knows of a rod building class around the area, please let me know.	James Ket	4	3880	Jan 27, 2010 by MaryLouVandeRiet
	Custom Rod Crappie Fishin' (Preview) Here are some photos of a custom rod...one of six that was ordered by the same client , and the mess of crappie that was caught using the Ratmo Croc Rod.... It is great to see your rods catch such a good mess of crappie !! This was on Lake Graham in Graham Texas.... MaryLou~~	MaryLouVandeRiet	5	3239	Jan 26, 2010 by John Lopez
	One Of My " OOPS " !!!! (Preview) I was in the process of building a beer can handle for a friend of mine....I decided to try out a new glue and it ended in disaster....it was a mess waiting to happen !!......so it is back to using the Old Barge Cement !! I could have saved myself alot of time and effort by using my tried and true method !! Mary...	MaryLouVandeRiet	7	3633	Jan 26, 2010 by John Lopez
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