Building your first Fly Rod - Part 20 - Applying Epoxy

[snowboarddude117]

I did my first wraps and when they were wet I couldnt tell but now that they are dry a bit I can see that I ended the epoxy RIGHT on the end of the thread wrap, maybe a couple hair widths onto the rod but is this bad??

[Pilot763]

I've built two rods now, and this series was a huge help! I really like the idea of using the torch to heat the surrounding air to remove the bubbles.

[sylvaner01]

Can you tell me why you cant use normal slow drying epoxy to secure the guides in place? Thanks heaps!

[Fayettenam861]

Great series of videos! I've found if you want epoxy that is completely free of bubbles, you can get a small tabletop vibrating plate that is about 3 inches by 3 inches square from a dental supply company. As you're stirring, hold your cup on the plate and the bubbles come to the top and burst. Totally not necessary but it alleviates the bubble problem for people bothered by that.

[epav100]

I'll be building my first rod later this spring, seeing these videos are getting me pumped. great demonstration.... all of 'em!