JIG ROD COMPONENTS

[paul708]

there are alot of good choices available for us to use.
fuji has japan and US version.
we use both on rods we make.

Rings..
the Sic has been a 'standard" good ring to use.
there is the SIN..which if looking for a better price in a rod..they work well..but usually have a heavier frame.
the alconite are another good choice.
all good choices from fuji,

fuji ti spin rings

fuji also have a special color frame. this is new.
and now have 2 frame material types to choose from SS and brass..along with ti.

Titanium frame tips and guides.
which are now available in US. (limited sizes)

and are coming out with a few new Ti models..KWSG

american tackle, also offer Ti guides and nanonite rings.
which have been very nice for guys wanting titanium frames on rods.
they have a few new heavier models, which have been working well.
the turbo frame TITAN have been very nice. for trolling/ heavier rods.

these titanium frames will make the rod lighter.
and add a little to the cost..not really that much.

alot of good choices for guides..

anything else new out there?

[Sea Draggin]

I will leave the guide choice up to you. As long as its not Batson, then I'm OK with whatever you pick.

[mythosbeer]

Paul, what is the advantage of using titanium framed guides? I haven't had a problem with the durability of any of the guides I have used.

Mitch

[jig42na]

Paul, what is the advantage of using titanium framed guides? I haven't had a problem with the durability of any of the guides I have used.

Mitch

Titanium Guides are stronger which allows less material, stronger, lighter, and the best part is it will never ever rust. The trouble is the price.

[mythosbeer]

Gotcha, do you think they save even an ounce over regular guides though, for the whole set obviously? They are pricy though

[paul708]

Mitch.
they are lighter,
maybe i will break out the scale later.

the all-american rollers weigh less than 1.5 oz a set

and do add a little extra cost to the rods.
but some guys just have to have them.

i have had trouble with a few Ti guides.
but i think the problem is fixed..but i am still a little gun shy to use them.

[jig42na]

Paul did you have rings falling out? That is the only trouble I had but that was years ago.

Personally I feel the Japanese components that you mentioned are better than the US models.