Thread: Leland's TSS/TCB Rod ?

Originally Posted by Jamesdean

one way, in my opinion, to shorten the rod yet keep the balance would be to weigh the part you are cutting off, the add that much weight to the inside the rod right at the butt cap, secured in place with some epoxy. replace your butt cap in place...Just a suggestion. Hope you get it figured out for your piece of mind and enjoyment of a fine rod.

Actually, he would have to add MORE weight than what he cut off due to the leverage difference. Weight further out from the fulcrum has more effect.

Originally Posted by MDCrappie

Actually, he would have to add MORE weight than what he cut off due to the leverage difference. Weight further out from the fulcrum has more effect.

Just use a heavier reel . Not all reels made today are super lightweights .
We’re talking about a sub $100 rod . A lot of nice reels available in the 6-7oz range .
I’ve read the longer butt end is to support the rod with the butt against the arm .
Some people hold a rod this way others don’t .
It’s a personal preference thing . I like short butts on rods , some like long ones .
I like short rods , under 6’ , others won’t fish with a rod under 6’ .

Originally Posted by gillchaser999

Just use a heavier reel . Not all reels made today are super lightweights .
We’re talking about a sub $100 rod . A lot of nice reels available in the 6-7oz range .
I’ve read the longer butt end is to support the rod with the butt against the arm .
Some people hold a rod this way others don’t .
It’s a personal preference thing . I like short butts on rods , some like long ones .
I like short rods , under 6’ , others won’t fish with a rod under 6’ .

I agree using a heavier reel is the easiest, and also a good way to get a feel before permanent modification. I was just mentioning the physics so that someone didn't add the exact weight they took off, and then be disappointed after epoxying it in, and not balancing the same.
And while I don't like that long handle on my TCB rod, it did help the other day (braced against forearm) while fighting a snakehead I hooked on my roadrunner. I was able to get him to net, and he was the next evenings dinner. I know not a lot of you guys have snakeheads, but if you do know they are delicious.