George Roth custom rod...

pddorman · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 5:21 pm Post subject: George Roth custom rod...

I just have to post this about my new rod George Roth made me. I have been a long time Loomis user and have had a couple custom GL-3's but mainly use the stock rods. I had George build me a SR781-1 rod with Titanium/SIC guides and his split grip style handle in 16 mm with a hook keeper also. I have been trying to get a rod and reel combination of 1/2 pound or so total weight... Well, the rod weighed in at a total of 55 grams or 1.94 oz. I will put my Luvias 1003 on it and have my perfect setup. Like I said earlier, I have had custom rods before but none of the craftsmanship and detail that George put into it. Yes it did cost more than a stock off the shelf IMX SR781, but when you feel them side by side there's no question that the GR rod is by far superior. I just had to pass on how pleased I am and thought if someone were on the edge of going custom, at least give George a shot....

falcon · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 5:32 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

I am very happy for you. George does outstanding work. Got any pics?

phatbass · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 5:32 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

I have a few of his rods,his craftsmanship is second to none.

dragon1 · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 9:15 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Yep...

I have had five of his rods and they have all been outstanding...

ENJOY!!!
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Darkman · Senior Angler Joined: 14 Aug 2006 Posts: 83

George Roth is a stud...truly one of the better custom makers...anywhere
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The Natural · Elite Angler Joined: 11 May 2006 Posts: 434

Can't argue with that...

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islandbass · Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 1:47 am Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Don't torture us, post some pics please.

Papageno1791 · Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 4:12 am Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Pictures???

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roy smallie · Senior Angler Joined: 08 Sep 2003 Posts: 65

I can also vouch for the 2 rods i have from George....Extremely happy with both.....

spw · Angler Joined: 28 Feb 2007 Posts: 27 Location: New Jersey

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teamcarolina · Angler Joined: 21 Dec 2007 Posts: 13

Could somebody post George's website or give a contact number? I was saving up for a really good rod, why not go all the way and get a customized rod on a G loomis blank.

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Guys...

I have to admit that it is a pleasure and a bit humbling to come on to this site and read your comments. I was so impressed with Phil's rod, I had to depart from only bass rods to build one for myself. We have some pretty good crappie fishing and now I'll be able to enjoy it even more with the set up that Phil recommended. BTW...Phil is one heck of a guy, himself!

Thanks again for all the positive comments...it means a great deal.

Best regards........George

www.georgescustomrods.com

I.C.M.A.B.B. · Angler Joined: 02 Feb 2008 Posts: 22

Goerge;
Will you be at the Rod builders show in High Point, NC?

Steve
Vibronics Rods

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend. I'm flying to St. Louis in a couple weeks for a business meeting, then fishing the CA Delta in March. I'd love to make it to one of those seminars. I know there is a ton I could learn and benefit from. I'm going to make the rod builders weekend in Woodland, WA, at Lamiglas. I believe that is in April. I need to get a firm date from Todd.

Thanks.....George

Cal · TT Pro Angler Joined: 05 Oct 2004 Posts: 5743

Delta in March eh George? Man, that's a terrible time to be out there, didn't anyone tell you?

Papageno1791 · Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 1:53 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Could TT interview some of the most popular custom rod builders? I think many of us are interested in knowing their different approaches to rod building.

skeeterboy77 · Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 1:55 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

When you flying into my neck of the woods George?

It would be great to snag a bite to eat while your here in town..

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Skeeterboy77...

We are flying in late in the evening of the 21st. We will be staying at the Hilton, near the airport. We will be attending a Leadership Seminar at the Edwards Jones facility. Should be a great meeting. We will be flying out on Sunday morning. If there is time, I'd love to meet up. Here is my cell number: (208) 484-7164.

Cal...

I know, fishing the Delta in the spring is no good. Can't figure out why the FLW Series is going back to the Dead Sea, for their first tournament! lol. I didn't catch any BIG fish last year (got to net my Pro's 10#), but I did have a blast learning about swimbaits. I've got some new tricks up my sleeve for this year. As a Co-Angler, what I get to do really depends on the Pro. At least I know what to focus on.

As for Todd...I knew he was moving on. He is going to be at the rodbuilding weekend, though. I'll have to get to know John.

Best regards........George

I.C.M.A.B.B. · Angler Joined: 02 Feb 2008 Posts: 22

Tod told me that he would still be doing some consulting work for Lamiglas so he will most likely know what is going on.
He is working with Mudhole now, you can reach him at this

todd@mudhole.com

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Thank you very much for the update...I appreciate it.

George

pddorman · Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 10:53 pm Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Here's a couple of pics of the George Roth rod, I'm so happy with.
I keep picking it up and not believing how light the combo is and wishing the snow and ice would get the heck outta here. Sorry the pics don't reflect the best views, I've found it really hard to get good photo's of fishing rods..

Tight lines and squealing drags

Phil

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Phil...

You make that rod look good! Thanks for sharing the pictures. Have fun!!!

George

da house of hardy #1 · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 10:31 am Post subject: Re: George Roth custom rod...

Looks like a great rod

Must be very light

T Mike · Elite Angler Joined: 17 Jul 2005 Posts: 392

The only thing better than George's fishing rods is George himself. Super nice guy. I finally had the privledge of meeting George last January. Felt like I have known George forever! He taught me alot about what I know in rod building..

Mike

George Roth · Angler Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 48 Location: Weiser, ID.

Mike...

It was great to meet you, too. I also felt like I'd known you forever. When speaking to Gary Dobyns last year while fishing the FLW Series tournament on the Columbia river, he said that he wished that all of his pro-staff was like you. Enough said.

Best regards and looking forward to putting that Triple Fish line to work on the CA Delta in March.

Take care........George