I enjoy this book it help a lot understand in and out of rod building from start to the finish stage i also score it 10/10. I say good for beginner to understand want fishing rod needs to make it and good fishing rods.

I recently bought a copy of the book and loved it. I even bought a copy for my friend for Christmas. Very clear instructions and commentary that is useful. The author even offers his email address if you have questions.

I purchased "Rod Building Guide: Fly, Spinning, Casting, Trolling. The book is excellent, shipping was fast and the packaging was very good.

I just bought this book and I cant wait to build a rod! It has clear insturctions along with great pictures to help you see what you should be doing and what to expect. I really am enjoying all the information in this book. It is not a big book, but has all sort of info for a person who is just starting out!

This book is indispensable to anyone wanting to build their own fishing rod. A basic primer with helpful hints of what pitfalls will truly be encountered and how best to avoid them.

This book is indispensable to anyone wanting to build their own fishing rod. A basic primer with helpful hints of what pitfalls will truly be encountered and how best to avoid them.

OK book for the beginner rod builder. Good job in explaining the fundamentals. THis book and a few basic items will allow you to produce quality rods from over the counter available components. If your looking for details on how to do some of the more complex fancy wraps look elsewhere.

If you are building your first rod, this is the book you want to read. I own three books by Dale Clements, own several issues of Rodmaker magazine and have been conducting online research for almst a year, but never really felt comfortable enough to risk my blank until I read this book.

Short, and to the point, Kirkman covers details that all others assume a builder already knows, such as how to actually mount a reel seat and how to temporarily affix guides to test positioning. He also gives actual photos in a step-by-step guide to beginning guide and butt wrapping, not just line drawings.

Clements' books are great after you have a rod under your belt, but get this one for your first and you won't go wrong.

This book was delivered in timely manner.Answered a lot of my questions on material and usage.number and seperation on rod guides.A lot of info in a small book.

Clear instructions for the novice, good photos and step-by-step instructions... I highly recommend it!

I think I've bought and read every single book ever published on custom rod building at this point. Rod Building Guide must now be considered the "Bible" of custom rod building information in text form. It is the most up to date and informative text on the subject of any book I've read, including either of the Clemens books! The author breaks things down into simple steps that anyone can follow, but also adds easy to understand technical reasons for why each step is necessary and how best to perform. The 100+ full color photos don't hurt either!

Great book from a guy who certainly knows the subject inside and out. I would recommend it to anyone. The low price belies the true value of the book. It would be a bargain at three times the price!