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Home Up Blue Ridge Reels "Blem" Blank Rods Tailwater, Balsam and Caster Series Accelerator, Smoky Mtn and Blue Ridge Series

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New:  Accelerator+  Series Rods. These rods have a fast, smooth action.  They are built on high quality, multi-modulus blanks with super light glass scrims for durability.  This high modulus graphite makes an incredibly slim, light and strong rod.  These are truly fast action rods with plenty of butt power to handle strong fish and to set the hook firmly.  These rods generate tremendous line speed and tight loops with minimum effort.  They are finished with a stealth, matte black finish.  
Best of all, these rods are priced Hundreds of Dollars less than comparable factory rods.  They are available in most lengths and weights.  They are all four piece rods.    Blanks are available at approximately 1/2 the price of comparable "Brand Name" blanks.  See below for pricing.  All the benefits of a custom rod apply.

New:  Smoky Mountain Series Rods.  These blanks are IM6 graphite, yielding a moderately fast rod that is a delight to cast.  These blanks are slimmer than the original Blue Ridge Series Blank.  They make smooth casting rods that satisfy the needs of most anglers.  Most lengths and weights are available in two and four piece configurations.  The four piece 7 1/2' 4 wt., perfect for backpacking,  is an awesome medium size stream rod with a surprisingly fast action.  Additionally, these blanks and rods are available in 5' 3 wt, 5 1/2' 4 wt and a 6'6" 2 wt. Again, Blue Ridge Rods is trying to fill the void left by traditional rod companies.  These rods are also finished with a stealth, matte black finish.  The 5' and 5 1/2' rods start at $195.00 and most two piece rods range in price from $220.00 to $280.00.  Four piece rods are approximately $30.00 more than a comparable two piece rod.  E-mail for an exact quote.

The original Blue Ridge Series Rods have a smooth, moderately fast action.  The blanks are 43,000,000 modulus (IM6 Equivalent), and are built in the Far East to take advantage of lower labor costs.  The action of these rods has been likened to the old Sage Light Line Series.  They are finished to a deep, translucent brown color.  These rods are available in two and four piece models, and in lengths and weights from a 6' 2/3 wt to 9' 12 weights.  The Blue Ridge Series Rod Salt Water series is a stronger, serious, big fish rod with a faster action.  The 9' 9 wt. is a match for all but the largest Tarpon and Blue Water fish at an unbelievable price. 

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Pricing Examples.  E-Mail us with your specific needs for an exact, customized quote.  All prices are for two piece, Angler Grade rods.  Three and four piece rods are approximately $20.00 to $30.00 more than the same two piece rod.  Add $25.00 for the Custom Grade (finish level.

Price Blue Ridge Accelerator+ Series Rods--Description
$325.00 8' 4 wt. Superfine, select cork grip, round hood reel seat w/ exotic wood insert, ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".  Ask about the burl cork insert on this rod.  This rod is perfect for throwing tight loops under brush on small headwater streams. 4 piece.
$355.00 9', 4 wt. Western style select cork grip, recessed Smoke finish skeleton with ebony wood insert, Titanium Carbide* plated single foot wire guides, hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".  This is the perfect all around trout and light warm water fishing rod.  The rod is light weight.  The recessed smoke finish reel seat, matching TiCh guides and complementing ebony insert make a futuristically finished rod.  This rod offers unbeatable value, performance and cosmetics.
$370.00 Angler Grade, 9' 8 wt.,  w/ Aluminum saltwater reel seat, full wells grip, oversized ceramic guides, no hook keeper (it inhibits shooting line)  w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14" and fighting butt. 
Price Blue Ridge Smoky Mountain Series Rods--Description
$210.00 Angler Grade:  5' 3wt.or 5 1/2' 4 wt.   Superfine, select cork grip, up-locking slide band cork reel seat.  Titanium Carbide* plated single foot wire guides, loop hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".  These are brand new additions for the "Small Stream Specialists."  The 5 1/2' 4 wt is the answer to nymphing on small streams. Compare these to some rods starting at $450.00
$300.00 Angler Grade: 9', four piece, 5 wt. Western style select cork grip, round hood reel seat w/ exotic wood insert, ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".  A great all round rod, perfect for traveling.
$290.00 Angler Grade: 9' 8 wt., 2 piece,  w/ Aluminum saltwater reel seat, full wells grip, oversized ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14" and removable fighting butt.  A great Bucket Mouth Bass rod or light Salt Water rod.
Price The Original Blue Ridge Series Rod--Description
$165.00 Angler Grade:  7' 3/4wt. Superfine, select cork grip, round hood reel seat w/ exotic wood insert, ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".  This is our most popular rod.  It is perfect for the small streams of the Southern Appalachians.
$205.00 Angler Grade: 9', four piece, 5/6 wt. Western style select cork grip, round hood reel seat w/ exotic wood insert, ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14".
$225.00 Angler Grade: 9' 9 wt., Saltwater blank w/ Aluminum saltwater reel seat, full wells grip, oversized ceramic guides, folding hook keeper w/ butt trim wraps at 12" and 14" and removable fighting butt.  This is a serious Big Fish rod!

* Titanium Carbide plated guides are used on Orvis Trident and Loomis GLX rods.  We have developed special smoke finished reel seats to complement these guides.  The ebony insert further enhances the futuristic look this cosmetic package conveys   This package is  available at no extra cost on all of our rods.  Just ask.  Blue Ridge Rods provides unbeatable value.

Most lengths and sizes are available.  This is your custom rod.  E-mail us with any questions.   Rod kits are also available.  Rod delivery is approximately four weeks.  We build this rod for you in Hickory, NC..

E-mail for quotes on blanks.

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Home Up Blue Ridge Reels "Blem" Blank Rods Tailwater, Balsam and Caster Series Accelerator, Smoky Mtn and Blue Ridge Series

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