NFC 10wt build. I got the blank now what?

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Squatchin

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I recently got the NFC 10wt blank, but need help picking the right guides for it. I wanted to go with RECoils for the guides, but not 100% sure about the sizing. This is my 2nd rod build and first time picking guide sizes myself. My 1st rod's component was from a kit. I can find plenty on the spacing, but sizes seem to be an imperfect science. So now what?

If it matters, this is going to be tuna / tiger / FL surf rod.
 
Recoil guides sizing doesn’t match others. Make sure you figure that out. I would think whoever you order from can make the conversion.
 
I ended up calling utmost to get my components. The hardest part was getting a reel seat to fit the girthy butt on that rod.
 
Did you end up using the recoil guides? I am going to build or buy an 8wt and have been tempted on Recoil guides, but have stayed away from thiem in previous builds. I was out on Mudhole, looking for a sizing guide for guides. I found these guides and will probably use these for durability on a bonefish or tarpon rod. I already have a 10wt, Albright 9' 4pc rod and am planning possible build on an 8wt and/or 12wt. Probably the 12wt first as I would like to do a tuna trip off of the WA/OR coast.

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RECOIL RSNX Double Foot Snake Guides – Natural Titanium

RECOIL Double Foot Snake Guides are made from nickel titanium alloy with a shape-memory design, allowing them to flex and return to their original form after repeated impacts. The Natural Titanium finish provides a clean, polished appearance while delivering exceptional corrosion resistance...
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These are what I would use, and I believe have used when I build rods commercially. Honestly I can remember the brand of guides, but recall the Recoil guides while cool, could pop out while the rod was under stress.
 
flybill said:
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RECOIL RSNX Double Foot Snake Guides – Natural Titanium

RECOIL Double Foot Snake Guides are made from nickel titanium alloy with a shape-memory design, allowing them to flex and return to their original form after repeated impacts. The Natural Titanium finish provides a clean, polished appearance while delivering exceptional corrosion resistance...
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These are what I would use, and I believe have used when I build rods commercially. Honestly I can remember the brand of guides, but recall the Recoil guides while cool, could pop out while the rod was under stress.
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I think that's what my rod builder used on both my 10 and 12. He mentioned not liking the recoils for glass because of the extra bend for that reason above.
 
Squatchin said:
Did you end up having to use a stint?
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No, I think I just used the one saltwater option that had a large enough inner diameter. Most were too small.

Edit: wish I had known about stints before. Pretty obvious solution.
 
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Squatchin said:
I recently got the NFC 10wt blank, but need help picking the right guides for it. I wanted to go with RECoils for the guides, but not 100% sure about the sizing. This is my 2nd rod build and first time picking guide sizes myself. My 1st rod's component was from a kit. I can find plenty on the spacing, but sizes seem to be an imperfect science. So now what?

If it matters, this is going to be tuna / tiger / FL surf rod.
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Guide Spacing

Common Cents Database
www.rodcents.org www.rodcents.org

Here's the guide I use for guides and spacing. NF Composites has a spacing table for their blanks on their website. Proof flyfishing sell fat stents for f glass rod reel seats.
 
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