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Two Piece Rod Ferrules

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Brandon Khoo:
do you guys use a rod belt? It sure makes life easier!

Greg Burt:
Brandon,
 "please explain!"

Neil Griffiths:
After a few big fish it's not unusual for butt joined rods to get very tight. What you need is to get a good grip on the top section and not damage the rod. One of the best ways(and this is probably similar to what Brandon does) is to wrap a quality rod wrap spirally, neoprene side to blank, around the rod, the soft rubbery part will grip the blank and not slip, this will provide a sure grip on the top section and with another bloke holding the bottom grip of the rod allow you to exert enough force to twist and pull the rod apart. Suitable wraps include ones from Daiwa, Snowbee and ATC.
By the way most manufacturers seem to recommend no substances on the joins. A lot of problems can come from foreign matter on the join surfaces. Once the rod is apart, try jamming a clean cloth all the way into the female section and wiping the inside thoroughly, this often solves the problem.

Laurie Banks:
I was told that shimano are going to put a rough finish in front of the front grip of a new range of jig rods to stop you from grabbing the first guide .
It will make you shudder at the idea , but a coat of epoxy where most rods have the decorative bind with something in it to give it a rough texture might work.
Laurie.

Brandon Khoo:

--- Quote from: Greg Burt on June 25, 2007, 03:31:27 PM ---Brandon,
 "please explain!"

--- End quote ---



what Neil said.
George Pang showed me a method he uses whereby he holds the rod behind his back with both hands. He then bends down until the rod is behind his kneecaps and then he spreads his knees apart which separates ther two pieces of the rod apart. It is simple but just so effective. Best method I have come upon. if this doesn't make sense, let me know and when I get back to Oz, I will take a couple of photos of what I mean. You need a rod belt for this otherwise you can't get a grip. No doubt Neil would sell these.

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