Built my First Steelhead Fishing Rod!!!

[@OregonGrown1991]

Looks like a fun hobby to get into. Maybe one of these days I'll give it a shot. But for now, I'll let Kevin have the honors. Can't wait to get my rod from him!

[@AutomagicFishing]

Yeah, he is so well practiced that he cares about making it look perfect. As long as I get coverage with the epoxy, I basically said “ well it’s gonna fish” lol

[@jessejames1395]

Very generous of him to let you come in and not only build a rod but let you film his process, thanks for sharing this video and nice job on the build!

[@AutomagicFishing]

I agree. It was a special occasion I felt. I really appreciate being able to listen and learn from him.

[@OregonFishingAdventures]

What a awesome video to watch great job brian that rods gonna have extra good juju now!

[@AutomagicFishing]

Which one?

[@OregonFishingAdventures]

@@AutomagicFishing did u make more then one lol

[@AutomagicFishing]

@@OregonFishingAdventures lol 😂 no… just playn

[@jasonjordan289]

Awesome job! Can't wait for Kevin to build my rod it's gonna be awesome.

[@AutomagicFishing]

Yes, I definitely have a new respect for him and his Rob building business. There’s so much work that goes into it and the time and attention he pays on the rod. Definitely makes a big difference.

[@joegagznos2312]

Its awesome to see you learning new things

[@AutomagicFishing]

Awesome 😎 thanks!!!

[@MichaelRosenbalm]

I look forward to seeing some videos of you slaying steelhead with the new rod.

[@AutomagicFishing]

It’s definitely getting some preferential treatment for a while. Got to prove the new stick!

[@brennenjavorsky2846]

That's fun!

[@AutomagicFishing]

Thanks 😊 it was really cool

[@RyanHoward-kt8qo]

Looking good

[@AutomagicFishing]

Thanks!!

[@Annie-zf7xi]

pretty cool. I’ll bet that was fun.

[@AutomagicFishing]

OMGOODNESS I’d say it’s an experience I’ll never forget!!

[@fantabulastic6734]

Awesome video. The step sheet is cool.

[@AutomagicFishing]

Thanks!! It was cool to have all the steps in order of operation

[@BlackRifleSurvival]

Thats so awesome Brian! I gotta say id love to make a rod one day, on of a kind build. Id like to make one with a handle that is smoked/epoxied. Similair to woodburning art.

[@AutomagicFishing]

It sounds interesting, I don’t really know exactly what you’re saying, but I liked looking at different woodburning

[@eduardogarcia233]

Man, I wish to have money for a costume rod!!!!

[@AutomagicFishing]

It’s a bucket list thing. Old rods catch fish too!! It’s definitely going to stay with me as a very special rod since it’s the first one I made!!

[@JoshuaMattson]

Thats awesome. Would love to make my own rods.

[@AutomagicFishing]

I bet Kevin would hook it up. Let me know if you are serious.

[@JoshuaMattson]

@@AutomagicFishing once my house sells I would like to. Don't have the extra cash until then.

[@jeffstoeger2974]

Brian, does Kevin offer a class on building rods. What rod blank did you use to build your rod. Kevin is a master on rod building. Great episode. Can Kevin put any name on the rod. You look so intense building your rod, Brian👏👏👏

[@AutomagicFishing]

Jeff, you’ll have to ask Kevin on that one I’m not sure

[@KMORGAN302]

If someone wants to learn.. I'm ok with that.. teaching is what I love to do.

[@djsteele7392]

Why didn't you post a link for him? I had to find a pen and paper. Ewwe. Lol😂

[@AutomagicFishing]

@ lol

[@djsteele7392]

​@@KMORGAN302 I know personally that I would rather learn and be hands on building my own rod vs. Getting one shipped to me

[@PeteGonzales-rv5ym]

How long did the take from start to finish. its nice to learn new things did you provide all components nicely done keep up the good work

[@AutomagicFishing]

About 5-6 hours not including drying

[@94smokercraft]

Well what blank is it? I've been working toward replacing all my store bought rods. Over halfway there.

[@AutomagicFishing]

I don’t know exactly what blank it is. I just told Kevin to order one that is very sensitive and light and good one. 9’0” 8-12lb

[@toddnicholas8945]

be careful building fishing rods is super addictive !!!

[@AutomagicFishing]

I really just had to try it!! If I ever want anything custom I’ve got a guy!!

[@ohnojoe5088]

Hmm, how much more cost effective is it to build rods? Or is it mostly about making something custom?

[@AutomagicFishing]

That’s a great question. I really don’t know exactly but it definitely is not cheap to have something custom.