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Custom Fly Fishing Rods by Chris Lantzy, Custom Rod Maker

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New Rod Tubes

8/22/2011

 
Recently, while talking to a friend, the topic of rod tubes came up in the conversation. We both agreed that some people want a nice looking, metal tube with brass caps to showcase their custom made fly rod while others aren't very interested in the tube at all & only care about what's inside.

I try to offer as many options as possible. So one of the things I do is to offer different rod tubes. One way to keep the prices of my fly rods down is to offer an inexpensive option of rod tube. These are simply canvas covered PVC tubes with padded ends. They are not nearly as elegant as the metal rod tubes I also offer, but if you're only after functionality in a rod tube, than these are the way to go. 

Well, I was never very happy with the appearance of the lesser priced rod tubes I offer & have always been looking for a way to improve them without increasing the cost, so that I could keep my prices the same. I think I've come up with a great improvement & something very similar to what you would buy from a fly shop or catalog made by a large company. I owe much of this progress to Dad, who makes all the accessories I offer. Every part of these tubes is made in the U.S.A. in my shop.

These tubes feature a thick-walled PVC tube, with a zipper closure, leather identification tag, & heavy foam padding that will protect your rod better than many on the market today. Of course, the color of the canvas can be customized to anything you want & will be a complimentary color to the rod & sock.
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So, if want to save a few bucks on your next custom rod these are the way to go. These new ones also have the same look as tubes that cost a lot more. If you have one of my older PVC tubes & would like an upgrade, or if you need a cheaper tube for another rod, send me an email. I'll get more & better photos of these tubes on the website as they become available.

The price for these PVC rod tubes is around $20 to $25 depending on the length, plus shipping. Obviously, larger tubes for 4 pc rods will cost a little more.

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