TUC ice rods

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    Inactive
    MN - 55082
    Posts: 1644
    October 24, 2012 at 1:04 pm #1303902

    Taking off from the discussion on the multiplier reel about James’ new rod; I’m looking at Dean’s site and the photo only shows 4 guides. Anyone know how many guides the Tuned Up guys are putting standard on the 32, 34 and 36″ rods?

    I see a couple of other sites (korky’s and ice fishing maniac) that show more options for handles, wraps and guides too, but no picture of a full length rod. The tuned up website looks to be under development yet. More info needed, tiny flames and hole starting to form…

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    October 24, 2012 at 1:12 pm #1107076

    I have a 36″ sitting here here in front of me. There’s 6 guides on a 36″ TUC Precision. As for options… Tuned Up Customs is a full custom shop so they can and will do anything you want.

    toe_22
    Maple Grove
    Posts: 15
    October 24, 2012 at 1:31 pm #1107079

    My 32″ M has 5 recoil guides I chose the 6″ cork handle over reel seat.

    buzzer
    Garnavillo Iowa
    Posts: 542
    October 24, 2012 at 3:04 pm #1107104

    Looks like a nice rod and 5 year common sense warrenty James have you fished with these yet?

    buzzer
    Garnavillo Iowa
    Posts: 542
    October 24, 2012 at 3:04 pm #1107106

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    adam@tucr
    Posts: 13
    October 24, 2012 at 3:48 pm #1107124

    Quote:

    Taking off from the discussion on the multiplier reel about James’ new rod; I’m looking at Dean’s site and the photo only shows 4 guides. Anyone know how many guides the Tuned Up guys are putting standard on the 32, 34 and 36″ rods?

    I see a couple of other sites (korky’s and ice fishing maniac) that show more options for handles, wraps and guides too, but no picture of a full length rod. The tuned up website looks to be under development yet. More info needed, tiny flames and hole starting to form…

    The number of guides will depend on the style of guide you would like (ceramic or Recoil) and the overall length of the rod. Looks like http://www.tunedupcustomrods.com will be up and live by the first week in November.

    Calvin Svihel
    Moderator
    Northwest Metro, MN
    Posts: 3862
    October 24, 2012 at 3:51 pm #1107125

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    Looks like a nice rod and 5 year common sense warrenty James have you fished with these yet?

    I fished most of last winter with the 34″ Precision rod and used this rod for perch and walleyes. It handled the 1/8th oz slender spoon bait very well, as well as the 1/4 oz blade bait for walleyes. Its a diverse rod that can handle typical winter baits as well as the sensitivity and strength to handle big fish.

    shane123
    Anthon, Iowa
    Posts: 496
    October 24, 2012 at 4:58 pm #1107149

    how long of wait time from when you order?

    adam@tucr
    Posts: 13
    October 24, 2012 at 5:17 pm #1107105

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    how long of wait time from when you order?

    Usually it takes 2-3 weeks to get a rod in your hands. Right now it is on the 2 week side.

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    October 24, 2012 at 5:18 pm #1107156

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    how long of wait time from when you order?

    I’ve had all custom rods I’ve ordered in under two weeks. The turn around is very quick… even on their noodles.

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    October 24, 2012 at 5:19 pm #1107157

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    Looks like a nice rod and 5 year common sense warrenty James have you fished with these yet?

    Yes, quite a bit. They’re fantastic rods. Cal turned me on to them last season and I’ve been very impressed with their blanks and build quality. They’ll be at the St. Paul Ice show if you plan to attend.

    fireline
    Rochester
    Posts: 813
    October 24, 2012 at 5:30 pm #1107170

    James,will the Black Betty be at the show also ?

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    October 24, 2012 at 5:35 pm #1107172

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    James,will the Black Betty be at the show also ?

    Yup, sure will.

    icefanatic11
    Nelsonville, WI
    Posts: 576
    October 24, 2012 at 5:42 pm #1107176

    Why does Minnesota always get the great custom rod shops? Thorne Bros and then this one looks awesome as well! Wish central/northern WI would get their behind in gear and get a good custom shop somewhere. I guess if you have to be a vikings fan there is a consolation prize…you have good custom rod shops

    tucrs
    NW Metro
    Posts: 999
    October 24, 2012 at 5:52 pm #1107187

    Watch for new ice rods being developed as well.
    They will be posted on the site once it is up. Feel free to ask us any questions before then.

    Thanks

    Chris Raymond
    Keweenaw Peninsula, MI
    Posts: 514
    October 24, 2012 at 6:04 pm #1107195

    Quote:

    Why does Minnesota always get the great custom rod shops? Thorne Bros and then this one looks awesome as well! Wish central/northern WI would get their behind in gear and get a good custom shop somewhere. I guess if you have to be a vikings fan there is a consolation prize…you have good custom rod shops

    MN is the epi-center of the ice fishing world on a whole host of fronts…participants/interest, dedicated businesses, suppliers, appropriate manufacturing talent, etc.

    timschmitz
    Waconia MN
    Posts: 1652
    October 24, 2012 at 7:42 pm #1107240

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    Quote:

    Looks like a nice rod and 5 year common sense warrenty James have you fished with these yet?

    I fished most of last winter with the 34″ Precision rod and used this rod for perch and walleyes. It handled the 1/8th oz slender spoon bait very well, as well as the 1/4 oz blade bait for walleyes. Its a diverse rod that can handle typical winter baits as well as the sensitivity and strength to handle big fish.

    I’ll mirror what Cal said almost to a T. Except I had the 36″ & 34″ precision rods. They have become my go to rods for perch and walleyes. Like Cal said from a 1/8 oz slender spoon to a #7 jigging rap these rods will own any walleye or perch swimming! I’m sure the new rods will exceid my expatitaons like the first set did

    adam@tucr
    Posts: 13
    October 24, 2012 at 11:14 pm #1107292

    Quote:

    Why does Minnesota always get the great custom rod shops? Thorne Bros and then this one looks awesome as well! Wish central/northern WI would get their behind in gear and get a good custom shop somewhere. I guess if you have to be a vikings fan there is a consolation prize…you have good custom rod shops

    Skeeter boat center in Chippewa Falls has Tuned Up Custom Rods in stock right now.

    fishhunter14
    Posts: 36
    October 25, 2012 at 12:35 am #1107313

    How are they compared to a Thorne rod.

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    October 25, 2012 at 12:49 am #1107316

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    How are they compared to a Thorne rod.

    Thorne makes a very good rod. So does Tuned Up Customs. I’d say they’re comparable with regards to actions and build quality. I’ll give TUC the edge up on price (few bucks cheaper on the rods I’ve priced), a significant advantage going to TUC for their warranty (5 years from TUC versus 1 year from TB) and an advantage to TUC on delivery times.

    That said, a rod from either shop is a VERY good product.

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