Custom rod---Finished Product (Pic heavy)

[utinator]

I got my Nelson custom rod last week. It looks great, and performs as expected. Here's a few pics:

Next to my Falcon rod:


I like the hook hanger placement:


Closer shot of the hook hanger:


I like this weight kit on the end of the handle:


Here's a closer view:


I like the micro guides:


Kinda blurry, but you get the idea:

[pYr8]

Great lookin stick Steve What are the specs?

[utinator]

It's a 7'-6" flippin stick, made from a Castaway blank. It's heavy power, with a slow taper. The tip is just soft enough for pitchin jigs, but still stiff enough for a solid hook-set. The rod really loads up when you set the hook. It has a slow enough taper to prevent you from ripping the hook out, but enough backbone to pull and steer fish away from cover. I've only used it once so far, but I can tell it's a winner!

[pYr8]

Damn, sounds like a rod I need for Gibbons Creek. Them doggon pad fish work their cover to the best of their ability...
Might have to look up Nelson

[utinator]

He makes nice rods. This rod would be good for the pads. It's the Castaway 905 blank. I really like the hypalon foam handle grips.

Here's Walker's contact info:
http://www.nelsoncustomrods.webs.com
(214) 926-3045

Just tell him you want "Steve's Flippin Stick".
I was casting, flippin, and pitchin 3/8oz jigs and Zoom Speed Craws with a 1/4oz. weight. The frog baits are at least the same weight or a little heavier. I'm sure this rod would cast frog baits as well. I also plan to use this rod for the lighter swim baits.

[utinator]

Check out photos 76-79 on his website. Those are pics he took before he sent the rod to me. The handle turned out really nice.

[SkeeterBob]

Awesome rod, Nelson does great work.

[Kevin R.]

[BMCD]

Nice rod, I have had to switch to heavy rods with a fast tip, meaning a softer tip. This has helped me stop breaking off on hook set when fishing cr rigs and tx rigs. I reserve the scrape sticks for Frogs.

[SkeetRJ]

That thing looks really balanced.
Is the silver end a counter balance?

[utinator]

Yes, the silver end is a counter-balance weight. I ordered another weight (lighter) for this reel. If I buy a lighter reel (which I plan to do), I'll put the heavier weight back on. With either reel/weight combo, I can make it balance right at the reel seat collar. When you hold just the fore-grip, the rod tips up.


Hey Bryan, you should consider getting a rod with a slow-moderate taper. It will have a softer backbone. That should help you keep from breaking off. I still use a fast taper for worms, but I don't have line breaks. Maybe you just need to lay off the juice.

[BMCD]

I already have several custom rods with the action I want. Got too many in fact. Diagnosed my issue several years ago, found a few blanks that helped my cause. This is where custom rods can help anglers.