Am I the only one who gets a Bob Ross vibe off of these build videos? Matt: And here today...I don't know...maybe we'll build a fluffy little rod. And in your world, that rod can live anywhere you want it to. It's decision time, do we want it to be a spinning rod or a baitcasting rod? Remember, there are no mistakes, only happy accidents!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
hahah! i gotta have both
@bigmikefishingchonicles9950 Жыл бұрын
Man you make that look so easy
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
it isnt that hard!
@edwardcowan7012 Жыл бұрын
I like TN handles on my spinning rod. Simplify’s the build some and definitely custom
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Right on
@tp2273 Жыл бұрын
I've built 3. Well, I buy the blank and handle. I custom shape and attach the grip, then have the guides put on by a competent person with the right equipment.
@davidburnham5098 Жыл бұрын
I was stroking a swim jig under a bridge on the river I always fish and hooked a smallie well over 5 lb probably closer to 6 yesterday a little off topic but I feel compelled to share , nice one Matt.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
BIG ONE!
@richparks1966 Жыл бұрын
Post Spine finding, I sighting check to see if the rod is straight in relation to the spine location. Usually the blank tip will droop farther in one orientation, spine up or down. I like the blank tip to droop less, this is also how you make an inherent production curve/tweek in a rod appear straight when fishing, have the blank curve ark upwards. Masking tape isn't a great arbor, it's a bit more messy but I use fiberglass drywall tape in epoxy sanded to final O.D., a shade heavier, but it transfers vibration better. I'm a two low-build thin coat thread epoxy guy, (after thread burnishing, no burnishing? No wonder it's a fast build) after the 1st coat you can knock down any thread nubs with an exacto knife before a 2nd thin coat. I also wait till the 2nd coat to apply the epoxy uniformly down off the treads sealing things down onto the blank for a neat thin epoxy edge, with a needle or bodkin. Lable epoxy: apply liberally then brush-tip stroke down it's long length all the way round several times. The flaming/bubble bursting: You can put the flame under the rod and work it down the label's length, heat rises up and around both sides of the blank, there is no need for direct flame contact.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing
@Triple87 Жыл бұрын
I’d like to give this a go. I think my nephew would to. He makes fly’s all the time. Rods would be cool.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
go for t!
@spacecat86 Жыл бұрын
something you did there made it click for me. I always had trouble starting my threads and the way you showed it made it make sense finally. just started another rod and now starting threads is a breeze, really feel like I leveled up haha. thanks a ton for the videos!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@Bass302Fishing Жыл бұрын
Timing for this video is perfect....literally just got my NSJ871 blank delivered yesterday! Thanks Matt!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@terrytresemer2864 Жыл бұрын
I've been multi tasking, watching you and listening to the weather. Trying to see if that storm is going to mess me up for tomorrow. Looks like it's going to work for me. That's different !
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
good luck if you make it out
@carlosvillanueva187811 ай бұрын
This is the 1st time I’ve watched anything on rod building and then I went down the rabbit hole and checked out the mud hole supplier. Man that was a mistake, now I want to build my own line of rods just for me! This is going to get expensive.😅
@MattStefanFishing11 ай бұрын
You should! It’s very rewarding
@lucapelati Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, I have an idea for a possible video, not sure if it makes sense: on many videos of yours and eventually others, people say “I’m going to throw this bait so that it crushes as many wood as possible” or “this jig can penetrate a cover very well” and so on. The point of the video would be to show what exactly that means. I mean I am pretty positive that i normally pitch close to a wood, but not close enough. It would be helpful to have a video that explains where the bait should be casted in different circumstances… actually we see that a bit as the video plays but it’s very quick…so how close to a cover do we need to pitch / cast? How close to a wooden tree do you land your crankbait…and so on. I know this is a really complicated topic, please consider this a suggestion for when you lack ideas and not a request. I love what you do, and I’m learning a lot from your video, thank you 🙏
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
good suggestion
@johnlantz7278 Жыл бұрын
Nice job Matt ,rod-building has been a huge enjoyment a gift they will use.weaving a flaming scull on a restored rod for a friend 40 hours for a five color weave now I’m working on 2 largemouth on a flipping stick remind them to mix the final thin coat very accurate or it my not set for days if ever 😊
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
sounds great!
@SpookyRedz Жыл бұрын
That’s a good one , got to be a smallie the way it’s fighting , love watching you fish
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@okuma7713 Жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. Perfect start to dive from in to the rabbit hole..👍
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@samuelschult985 Жыл бұрын
Very smooth and easy to follow presentation Matt 👍
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@James-fs4rn Жыл бұрын
👍 Matt, I appreciate all your videos my friend. I'm just getting into this hobby and in process of knowledge gathering. Subscribed.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@chrisduffy2737 Жыл бұрын
Haven't made a rod since the early 1970s when it was impossible to buy spinning rods built to cast bass plugs. By the end of the decade rod suppliers wised up. Warn your viewers building their first rod is filled with danger. They're gonna screw up. Reel seat on backwards, spine on wrong side, crooked guides, spilled glue. Takes at least three rods until you get it about right. Thanks for reviving up those memories.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
theres so many tutorials out there that i think it can be done without error. But there is a learning curve.
@williamfaragher3671 Жыл бұрын
Have been a fan of 7 foot med light spinning rods since the 80 s. Used the old Berkley Lightning Rod for many years. Still a fan of Tennessee style grips ! Like using rod balancers on some of my rods. Great video and rod building skills. When Berkley Fire fire line came out, sometime in the mid 90 s, it made med light action fishing rods a must have for tossing finesse lures for smallmouth and walleye. Bill
@williamfaragher3671 Жыл бұрын
so many affordable rod blank choices available today. Back in the day, IN FISHERMAN turned many smallmouth anglers on to using long med light rods designed for steelhead. Not only for throwing finesse baits on light line but also fighting big fish on light line. also never buy a rod with Buzz Ramsey s name on it... Bill
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@mbeieler Жыл бұрын
Yeessss! Been waiting for this one!! Thanks Matt!! 👍
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!
@johnrayner5599 Жыл бұрын
Great job on that rod Matt, thanks for sharing all your measurements for this rod, I sure will use them when I build this rod!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@jeffreymurphy5313 Жыл бұрын
Great video, I've waiting for a spinning rod build. Thanks for the excellent instructional video.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You bet
@deadeye3666 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, this is what i was lookng for
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
awesome!
@wolverinex4243 Жыл бұрын
I like the feel of the baitcasters with the thumb on top. I'ved turned my spinning rods to get that feel by welding metals together and putting it on the handle. People think I'm crazy. It has great feel.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
stick with what works for you
@FutureBassmaster4469 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos Matt! I live how you don't "reach" for views like old intuitive randy lol thanks for all the info!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha! Rod building videos definitely dont get the views but I love doing them!
@MrJohnB-qs6dp Жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!! Hopefully one day I can do it just as good as you!!! lol Stay Safe and God Bless!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
give it a try!
@SpookyRedz Жыл бұрын
Plus all other videos too
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@Norton5904 ай бұрын
Thanks for your awesome videos, keep them coming on your rod build. My question is what size of thread do you use?
@MattStefanFishing4 ай бұрын
Size A
@Sochmo18 Жыл бұрын
Nice video! I thought it was funny you had all those fancy rod building tools, but no $10 heat gun 😂
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
oh i have a pile of $10 heat guns...only one works right now haha
@douglasspickler4925 Жыл бұрын
If you decide not to fish tournaments you can build custom rods. Nice work.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha!
@jimrichards1798 Жыл бұрын
The difficult part of rod building seems to me wrapping, threading and everything concerning guide alignment and attachment. I really need a new spinning rod but I’m not at all confident I could do a competent job of building one. Your finished product is gorgeous.
@bassman6211 Жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing. I watched a TON of videos and with that and trial and error I have made several now that out perform off the shelf rods. ( plus it's way cheaper than buying nrxs lol) look up mudhole tutorials on KZfaq. You'd be blown away just how easy it is. Just take your time to really learn. Happy to answer any questions you might have on the topic
@jimrichards1798 Жыл бұрын
@@bassman6211 Thanks
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@richardsousa2625 Жыл бұрын
Hey Matt the guys at 603Bass are trying to get some Pro Northern Anglers on their Podcast, Reel Northern Bass Talk. You should hit em up! You’d be great
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
That would be cool!
@mikecollett8513 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the build video. Giving the 871 a look for a build this winter. Leaning toward a Tennessee handle or a FUJI IPSM or VSS reel seat (may have to build both :) . You've been using the LZR guides for some time. Do you have an estimated weight savings over the standard base FUJI alconite rings?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i do not but they are so lite i cant imagine there is much difference but ive never weighed them.
@JS-.-11 ай бұрын
I’m trying to build my first rod for my son. He wants a red white and blue themed rod this Christmas. The 10yo loves America and I’m happy to oblige. Any ideas on how this might look?
@MattStefanFishing11 ай бұрын
doesnt matter how it looks he will LOVE it!
@macking4942 Жыл бұрын
this is so awesome. Thank you Matt for doing it this way. Absolutly love how you listed parts etc. Im about to complete my first build for a casting rod from mudhole and was gonna build a spinning rod next!!!! One question if you remember. The fuji reel seat. There are a couple of hood options. which did you use.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! i use the standard hood mudhole.com/products/fuji-tvs-ergonomic-spinning-reel-seat?variant=34374202884229
@macking4942 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing thanks! i just ordered all the components. Rod was sold out. So they will email me when back in stock. Thanks again
@macking4942 Жыл бұрын
the insert.. how do you glue it in? Epoxy or what?
@macking4942 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing The insert..... How do you glue that in? Epoxy or what?
@metal75801 Жыл бұрын
Question: I plan to build myself a really nice baitcast rod, as well as a really nice spinning rod. Assuming that I have found the ideal blank for my desired application, if I wanted to use the same blank for both rods, would I just put the guides on the opposite side of the spine for spinning or bait casting?
@rich5916 Жыл бұрын
Can you take a look at the Orochi whipsnake specs and tell me whether that would be a good all around rod for finesse stuff?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i havent fished with it but it would be a good all around finesse rod
@rich5916 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing great, thanks Matt! I’ve lost a couple fish that caught me off guard up close. I think a longer rod might have helped cushion that a little bit more?
@matthewninness8212 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this video. Any recommendations for a similar blank under 7 foot?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
this is a good one! mudhole.com/products/mhx-69-med-light-elite-x-rod-blank-nsj812-mhx
@matthewninness8212 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jamesclifton474 Жыл бұрын
Reason for using 2 different color thread.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i can identify my rods from each other quickly
@BrownBaitCo Жыл бұрын
Also if you want you could put a small amount of denatured alcohol in the epoxy that will thin it a little and allows to to even up inside!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
interesting!
@BrownBaitCo Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing I add it to my epoxy on the lures I make. Works pretty well.
@dennisnieradka6668 Жыл бұрын
Dear Sir I live in Florida near the st John's river,in Palatka. We had a hurricane go thou us here. How long do you think how long wait to go fishing ?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
fish are bitting now id assume
@mikeeller557 Жыл бұрын
Why is the bait caster reel seat tight, and the spinner needs to be arbored???
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i dont have that answer
@Dillythefisherman Жыл бұрын
I want to build a bfs rod. Should I use a spinning blank and throw baitcaster components on it. As far as handle anyway
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You can do that
@Dillythefisherman Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing my daughter wants one of the colored ones. Here we go down another rabbit hole dammit
@wadesoutdoors1914 Жыл бұрын
Is the quality of the rod better if you build it verses buy it all ready done ?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Depends on what components you use and how you craft it but in general i think the custom rods are every bit if not better quality than mass produced rods
@rich5916 Жыл бұрын
Matt what do you think about a 7’6 medium Or medium light? I have the NRX902 as well as the Steez version that is 7’6 in mind.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i love a 7'6" spinning rod i use the MHX SJ9000 all the time
@rich5916 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing awesome. Would you say that’s a medium or medium light? And does the extra 6 inches help with landing more fish and avoid them shaking or jumping off? Any downsides to it? I’m looking for something to keep fish pinned on baits like 2.8 paddletails with ball head jigs, ned rigs, drop shots, etc
@BobbyBalsaRNM Жыл бұрын
Great video. How much for a Matt Stefan hand-built rod!? 🤣
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha
@BobbyBalsaRNM Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing Mudhole is an awesome site! Gonna order a new reel seat for one of my old rods I wanna fix.
@rickmarshall3352 Жыл бұрын
Which spinning rod blank do you use for jerk baits?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
SJ812
@pauleyedwin6056 Жыл бұрын
Just checked, sold out.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
bummer
@MichaelBecker-jn8yi5 ай бұрын
super novice question. Does the spine lay on the top or the bottom of the rod?
@MattStefanFishing5 ай бұрын
Depends on spinning or baitcasting
@MichaelBecker-jn8yi5 ай бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing so do guides sit on the spine?
@sbaner5 Жыл бұрын
You may have said and I missed it, or then again this may be a really dumb question, but the spine is on top or bottom of the rod?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
depends on if its a spinning rod or baitcasting rod
@pequenioedgarito3067 Жыл бұрын
Matt. Have you thought of making these custom rods and selling them?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i have thought about it but havent sold any
@williamknight5142 Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks for watching!
@johnnyweaver1300 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, but I don't think I could afford to do that, I can see problems with trial & error & $$, which I don't have much of, but that might be your nitch on making some $$ for yourself, I'm sure that you would have no problem selling them🎣
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
there is a learning curve but its not that difficult and all fixable.
@BassholeByNatureFishing Жыл бұрын
Totally off topic but you look a little different, did you get a haircut? Or shave? Something’s different!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
no hat haha
@BassholeByNatureFishing Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing dang dude I just realized I’ve never seen you without a hat!!! You look way younger now!!!
@BassholeByNatureFishing Жыл бұрын
I have a question on topic now lol,, So how do you think a 6’6” Heavy action rod would perform for frogging or punching. I’m asking bcuz I noticed that I’m more accurate with a shorter rod. I prefer shorter rods. I have 7’s and 7’2s and a 7’11 that work well for pulling fish out but I think I can achieve the same thing with a shorter rod.. what’s ur opinion???
@alejandroacosta95212 ай бұрын
How many inches do you put the guides on?
@MattStefanFishing2 ай бұрын
Depend on rod length
@austinmarshall4436 ай бұрын
good lord tighten your drag a lil 😂😭
@MattStefanFishing6 ай бұрын
Ok
@austinmarshall4436 ай бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing no I'm just giving you crap man 😂 love the videos