In reply to Post #60
Because as i said Harrison develop the best blanks for the job desired. A 13ft blank will not be the same as a 9 ft . The carbon walls differ . Butt sections are thicker stiffer etc . Just because a blank has a 1k weave does,nt mean its better than one that does,nt . Horses for courses.A torrix blank will do different things and act differently to an aviator,trebuchet etc .Harrison and century dont make blanks just to look nice .
Because as i said Harrison develop the best blanks for the job desired. A 13ft blank will not be the same as a 9 ft . The carbon walls differ . Butt sections are thicker stiffer etc . Just because a blank has a 1k weave does,nt mean its better than one that does,nt . Horses for courses.A torrix blank will do different things and act differently to an aviator,trebuchet etc .Harrison and century dont make blanks just to look nice .
In reply to Post #60
All done for a reason as mentioned.
Who ever looks at the tip section on a rod anyway. If its cosmetic looks your after. Your eyes are naturally drawn to the butt section. The reel seat, handle, whippings,decals etc..
All done for a reason as mentioned.
Who ever looks at the tip section on a rod anyway. If its cosmetic looks your after. Your eyes are naturally drawn to the butt section. The reel seat, handle, whippings,decals etc..
A video of these rods by rod builder Mark Tunley popped up on my FB feed, so for anyone interested see the link below 
LINKY POO™ https://www.facebook.com/100054735979251/videos/telso-from-harrisons/818717497721094/
LINKY POO™ https://www.facebook.com/100054735979251/videos/telso-from-harrisons/818717497721094/
In reply to Post #61
That's what I thought but their information on their website is a bit confusing:
"we usually use plain woven fabrics as surfacing layers. These are available in 1k or 3k weaves, and are made on machines little different to the looms that used to be found in the mills of old. These fabrics add a little extra crushing strength and give a handsome appearance, but most of a rod performance is defined by the hidden UD layers below."
If woven doesn't change the tip that much then it seems odd to leave it off.
That's what I thought but their information on their website is a bit confusing:
"we usually use plain woven fabrics as surfacing layers. These are available in 1k or 3k weaves, and are made on machines little different to the looms that used to be found in the mills of old. These fabrics add a little extra crushing strength and give a handsome appearance, but most of a rod performance is defined by the hidden UD layers below."
If woven doesn't change the tip that much then it seems odd to leave it off.
In reply to Post #64
Century, free spirit don't weave all the way to the tip, I guess if you added the weave it would probably just make the tip section stiffer and heavier, probably changing the action of the blank it's like this on my ngs.
It seems more cosmetic that actual benefit to the blank.
Century, free spirit don't weave all the way to the tip, I guess if you added the weave it would probably just make the tip section stiffer and heavier, probably changing the action of the blank it's like this on my ngs.
It seems more cosmetic that actual benefit to the blank.
In reply to Post #64
Not really. It's function not fashion, why add it if it's not needed?
Not really. It's function not fashion, why add it if it's not needed?
In reply to Post #66
Steve needs to get with the programme, more bling, sexy sells
Steve needs to get with the programme, more bling, sexy sells
In reply to Post #67
I don't reckon they need to worry about their sales figures haha
And fishing tackle ain't sexy haha
I don't reckon they need to worry about their sales figures haha
And fishing tackle ain't sexy haha
In reply to Post #68
He's come a long way since I used to buy maggots from him and his mums shop on smithdown road.
He's come a long way since I used to buy maggots from him and his mums shop on smithdown road.
In reply to Post #67
What some find bling others may not, I'm actually a bit of a ungrounded fan as I like how it looks and feels and believe it contributes to strength.
What some find bling others may not, I'm actually a bit of a ungrounded fan as I like how it looks and feels and believe it contributes to strength.
In reply to Post #69
Yeah he has . He started the business from his bedroom.
Yeah he has . He started the business from his bedroom.
In reply to Post #70
My Ballista's are unground and I love the finish.
My Ballista's are unground and I love the finish.
In reply to Post #67
I don't think it'll be too long before the reins are passed on, maybe then they'll blitz social media..though...roast me...I hope they don't.
Maybe he's not maximising the business, and could drive it harder, but there's something about social media that sells the soul out and cheapens the product to me. Every man and his dog has the latest thing ready for sale bigged up by consultants (yeah) and tested for years only to fail in mounts of use...then there's Harrisons just quietly getting on with it
I don't think it'll be too long before the reins are passed on, maybe then they'll blitz social media..though...roast me...I hope they don't.
Maybe he's not maximising the business, and could drive it harder, but there's something about social media that sells the soul out and cheapens the product to me. Every man and his dog has the latest thing ready for sale bigged up by consultants (yeah) and tested for years only to fail in mounts of use...then there's Harrisons just quietly getting on with it
In reply to Post #73
Harrisons produce so much more than just rods/blanks. Canoe paddles yacht parts carbon tubing for all sorts of different companys etc.
Harrisons produce so much more than just rods/blanks. Canoe paddles yacht parts carbon tubing for all sorts of different companys etc.
In reply to Post #74
Yes, Steve told me when I was there. I wonder if he'll split the business when the time comes? Though I can see the benefit of 'fingers in different pies' I can't see a fishing company/collective paying a premium for the extra, though you never know, asset stripping is very popular.
Yes, Steve told me when I was there. I wonder if he'll split the business when the time comes? Though I can see the benefit of 'fingers in different pies' I can't see a fishing company/collective paying a premium for the extra, though you never know, asset stripping is very popular.