DIY ROD REPAIR

Have you ever broke a good fishing rod.  I did.  If it isn't covered by a warranty then you have two choices,  shorten it or repair it.  For this I was able to repair this rod to use with a few things.

1- wire cutters
2- small steel rod cut to slide smoothly 3/4" on each side of break.
4- some braid line
5- two part epoxy adhesive

  Cut your rod and test fit into each side of break.
  Mix epoxy well and coat one half of metal rod and insert into one side of rod then the other to quickly coat both sections of the pole.
  After that is done apply some more then place in one of the sections.
  Apply some more epoxy to the other half of the metal rod and press both sections together and hold till set.  The epoxy I used allows 5 min work time so work fast.
  After that has set apply another coat of epoxy and then start a tight wrap with the braided line applying more epoxy as needed to coat the braid.  The braid will soak up the epoxy and act like a fiberglass reinforcement on the rod.

  After all was set for a day test your rod.  Mine was able to go to work again and saved my fishing pole to catch fish another  day.  Sorry for the bad pics but wasn't sure if it would work at first so I took pics at the end.

Sea Line E Case Waterproof Phone Case

Let me tell you about the Sea Line E Case by Cascade Designs. If you are in need of a phone case to keep your phone out of the elements and still be able to use it this is the case for you.
  I bought this from Wild River Outfitters in Virginia Beach for around $30.00.  The one I got was for an IPOD phone but it fit my phone perfectly. Also use it for my IPOD Classic to play some tunes if I'm on the water.
  Pair this with a clip to keep it accessable on you PFD and a set of waterproof speakers and you will be set for a day on the water without your device getting wet.
  Sea Line makes some great products that fit the need for kayak fishermen. Check them out.

Home Made Gaff

In process of an upcoming fishing trip to the Potomac River area in search of Northern Snakehead. An invasive fish that is on the wanted list that is threatening to possibly take over I have started making a few fishing tools to help with the kill process and landing of this monster.   A few items and you to can make one the same.
Stainless rod bent to shop with a point.
A hammer handle from the hardware store.
Marine Epoxy.  Drill Hole at end of handle insert rod with epoxy and let set.
PAINT.  Get creative.
550 Cord.  Look around on YouTube and you can learn any little weaving techniques to add to your gear.  Even to make your own leashes for your rods.
  With all this together you can now make your own gaff.  And the same above without the hook you will have a nice wacking stick to kill your snakehead monster .  Now get to work and make your own. Later.

Daiwa AIRD 4000SH Reel and Daiwa Procyon Fishing Rod Review

If you are in the market for a new fishing rod to target some inshore Reds, Specks or Flounder this could be something for you.

  I was in the market for a new rod after a car wreck I was in took out one of my Team Daiwa rods.  I stopped by Oceans East 2 to replace to broken one and saw the Procyon line of rods and made the purchase for a 7 ft medium heavy action rod.

   I paired this rod with a Daiwa AIRD 4000SH. An excellent reel with 9 ball bearing, 6-2-1 gear ratio and light weight.

  Over the last week I have been able to give them some good fish getting action in the morning and around lunch time to get a good feel for it and I wasn't disappointed. 

  With the features built into this rod like Minima black ring guides, a durable IM-7 graphite rod blank, micro pitch taping blank and Minima real seat with a woven carbon fiber hood this rods performance will speak for itself.

  While using this rod you will find the ability to make a long cast and with the sensitivity to feel the slightest of nibbles and strength to real in a trophy sized fish I feel this makes an excellent choice for a superior inshore rod.

  Together this rod and reel combo is light weight, comfortable in your hands and will help any angler land there catch in the boat.  You will be happy you got them.