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Conventional

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Conventional

From 1909 to 2026: The Spiral Wrap's Conventional-Only Century

advancedtechnique11 min

Spiral wraps have been on conventional rods since a 1909 patent. Why the guides move under the blank, who uses them, and whether your next rod should get one.

RodSmith TeamMay 16, 2026
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Saltwater

San Francisco Salmon 2026: Short Windows, Quota Clocks, and How to Build for This Fishery

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SF salmon is back in 2026 as a quota-driven fishery: a closed zone through May 15 and windows that can shut in weeks. What that means for how you build.

WallyApr 10, 2026
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