Removing plastic on cork of new rod handles 2025
kLuo reply :
Here's an interesting thought: how important is it to remove the plastic on newly bought cork rod handles?
I know that if moisture gets underneath it, it can rot the cork. But some of the rods I just bought have a super tight plastic wrapping and I don't see that being a problem. Does removing the plastic significantly affect rod sensitivity?
I also am not a huge fan of the texture of cork. I have some EVA foam rods but some of my rods are cork handles. I was thinking of coating my cork handles with some U-40 if I do decide to remove the plastic. Thoughts?
roadwarrior reply :
#1 You'll look like a fool.
#2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet.
#3 It tears and looks trashy in short order.
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Sam reply :
#4. Roadwarrior response X2.
Be sure to take your time when removing it as it can be a pain in the fanny and you don't want to cut the cork.
trevor reply :
Quote#1 You'll look like a fool.#2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet.
#3 It tears and looks trashy in short order.
#4 Looks like hardcore redneck
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bassfisherjk reply :
What Roadwarrior said!
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
Remove the plastic and treat the cork.
ww2farmer reply :
Quote#1 You'll look like a fool.#2 The wrap will be slippery when it gets wet.
#3 It tears and looks trashy in short order.
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You had it nailed at #1...........LMAO ;D
steezy reply :
What everyone else said, X10.
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
I don't think it could have been put any better than that....
Uncle Leo reply :
This may solve your problem with the feel of cork.
http://www.basstackledepot.com/rodwraps.aspx
northern basser reply :
QuoteThis may solve your problem with the feel of cork.http://www.basstackledepot.com/rodwraps.aspx
I've saw rods wrapped w/ stuff like this. Kind of makes your rod look like a golf club handle, but would do the trick if you hate cork that much.
Stasher1 reply :
This might be a silly question, but why buy a rod if you don't like the grip material?
SirSnookalot reply :
Probably 50% or more leave the plastic wrap on at the piers. These men and women are not sport fisherman, they fish for dinner. I don't much care for the look myself, but if they like it it's fine with me.
kLuo reply :
QuoteThis might be a silly question, but why buy a rod if you don't like the grip material?
No, that's a fair question. I have some cork handles because those deals were too good to not get. For example, I got a Daiwa Cielo rod for $120 from TW when they had them on sale. I got a Shimano Compre for $70 during a sale as well.
That's why
J Francho reply :
Have you tried U40 Cork Sealer? It changes the feel a bit, if you use a couple of thin coats. Untreated cork feels weird to me now. Too "dry" is all I could say to describe it.
kLuo reply :
thanks for all the replies, everyone. I'm going to get myself some U-40 and try it out!
Fishes in trees reply :
I like that rod wrap stuff. I use it on most of my rods, no matter what the handle is made of. I like it cause it makes the handle a little bit thicker and easier to grip. The different colors help too. Soft plastic baits - grey wrap, spinnerbaits - red wrap, crank rods - green wrap, etc. It makes a difference when you've got 20 rods sprinkled all around the boat.
1inStripes reply :
This should take care of your problem:
http://www.***.com/Owner_Super_Cut_Braided_Line_Scissors/descpage-OSCS.html
Carrington reply :
ive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to.
BASSclary reply :
Quoteive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to.
How?
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
QuoteQuoteive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to.How?
Re-read everything he typed. Think about it for a moment, then re-post your reply.
Carrington reply :
QuoteQuoteive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to.How?
haha ya reread what i posted and hopefully you will understand.
central.PA.bass reply :
HAHAHAHHAHAHAHA
BASSclary reply :
Still don't get it. Am I missing something?
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
QuoteStill don't get it. Am I missing something?
Annnnd he hit's it deep! It's going out into left field where it drops in!
Notice the part where he said the first day he tried it he won an Elite Series event on SML? Call me crazy, but Carrington aint fishing the Elites, Bassclary.
central.PA.bass reply :
QuoteStill don't get it. Am I missing something?
You are getting to about that age...
you will understand in a few years man.. haha
BASSclary reply :
QuoteQuoteStill don't get it. Am I missing something?Annnnd he hit's it deep! It's going out into left field where it drops in!
Notice the part where he said the first day he tried it he won an Elite Series event on SML? Call me crazy, but Carrington aint fishing the Elites, Bassclary.
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH,
His whole post was sarcasm wasn't it...
... that doesn't usually transfer too well over the internet.
central.PA.bass reply :
Quoteive been leaving the plastic on my rods for years now, it really adds so much sensitivity. The first day that i left the plastic on, i won an elite series event on SML. I do it and you should to.
ps... wouldnt leaving the plastic on decrease the sensitivity You are giving him inaccurate information. haha
J Francho reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteStill don't get it. Am I missing something?Annnnd he hit's it deep! It's going out into left field where it drops in!
Notice the part where he said the first day he tried it he won an Elite Series event on SML? Call me crazy, but Carrington aint fishing the Elites, Bassclary.
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH,
His whole post was sarcasm wasn't it...
... that doesn't usually transfer too well over the internet.
Apparently, neither do words...... :
Grey Wolf reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteStill don't get it. Am I missing something?Annnnd he hit's it deep! It's going out into left field where it drops in!
Notice the part where he said the first day he tried it he won an Elite Series event on SML? Call me crazy, but Carrington aint fishing the Elites, Bassclary.
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH,
His whole post was sarcasm wasn't it...
... that doesn't usually transfer too well over the internet.
Apparently, neither do words...... :
:D
Be nice now !!!!!!!!!!!!
Carrington reply :
you are right, i have not fished an elite series, i plan on fishing a couple weekend series events this year though. Much lower level though.
Ineedanewscreenname20170204 reply :
Rods are meant to be used so go ahead and dirty up that cork on that new Loomis. It'll clean up. You don't put plastic on the sofa do you?
bilgerat reply :
QuoteRods are meant to be used so go ahead and dirty up that cork on that new Loomis. It'll clean up. You don't put plastic on the sofa do you?
Uhhh.....There's neighborhoods in South Philadelphia where 3 out of 5 houses will have that... http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_A5FL9OIazeA/RyFbL9kGuQI/AAAAAAAAAio/xxchbZJMUCY/s400/plastic%2Bcovers.jpg
Ineedanewscreenname20170204 reply :
QuoteQuoteRods are meant to be used so go ahead and dirty up that cork on that new Loomis. It'll clean up. You don't put plastic on the sofa do you?Uhhh.....There's neighborhoods in South Philadelphia where 3 out of 5 houses will have that...
I just don't get it. People buy such nice stuff they scared to death to use it. I've seen fabric slipcovers but plastic on the sofa is a new one on me though.
BassThumb reply :
There are a few different rod handle tapes that you can try. Some people like a few wraps of hockey tape around the reel seat. I personally like the feel of tacky, untreated cork.
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