Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (marcusw) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:04:55 GMT

I like the look of that - but I have a Bean Maine Guide Waxed Cotton 2 piece Rod case, which is a very substantial bit of kit, and I took 4 rods in it to Argentina with other stuff in the side pockets - and the thing cost $89. Its not as interesting in your rod roll - but it only cost $89.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Bamboo Adict) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:26:48 GMT

I will have one, (won't I Monty). I have seen the original that he has and have to have one.The leather just sets it off so keep it. If you where just selling them on this board that some led to, you may not sell a lot, but we both know there are a lot of shows we both attend that they would sell at. As for golf bag. I have thought of having a golf club cart or what ever they call them with wheels that would hold a half doz. rods strung up so so I would have just the right rod for diff....

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (gespliesste) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:33:21 GMT

Sorry Monty,

but to say the truth 310$ is simply to much. What will happen is that maybe 10 forum member will buy and after this it will stop. If I would have one of the originals Orvis rolls like this one from Greg Reynols as a sample and get a order for 25 pc. I could sell them for 150-170$ exact copy with a bag for every tube. If...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (SWhitman) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:20:24 GMT

Put me down for one maybe two, looks great.
Scott Whitman

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (FlymanDan) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:42:48 GMT

I applaud the effort Monty

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feeds@yuku.com (Marty) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:08:35 GMT

Bravo Monty for both the rod roll and the gentlemanly rebuttal.... well said.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (SnooKen) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 11:31:00 GMT

Monty, it looks great and would likely have a market with all flyfishers, not just the cane crew.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (aquabonito) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:57:07 GMT

Chartist1,

I agree. Since you spent $15,000 on fly gear last year, that proves you do more research than anyone else

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (aquabonito) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:17:33 GMT

Looks great, a very needed item. I'll wait for a copycat version,,,probably for $119.00 made in Saipan. Think it over Monty. How many of these are you gonna sell at $300 plus? Much as I admire your efforts, I won't be on your buy list.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (WatercolorMan) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:35:36 GMT

The first real question here is how dose Greg keep his fishing SUV so clean and tidy ?

This photo must have been touched up with photoshop.

Monty thanks for the effort that went into making this happen.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Rolf Jacobsen) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 22:11:15 GMT

Greg Reynolds wrote:

Chartist1 wrote:
whoa, something is rotten in Denmark here.....First, Greg, that's a darn nice Orvis rod roll you have there.....But second, I am no attorney, but I can almost guarantee this will end up in patent court. Monty's design is way too close to that of Orvis'......Plus it's so...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Greg Reynolds) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:54:35 GMT

Chartist1 wrote:
whoa, something is rotten in Denmark here.....First, Greg, that's a darn nice Orvis rod roll you have there.....But second, I am no attorney, but I can almost guarantee this will end up in patent court. Monty's design is way too close to that of Orvis'......Plus it's so close, except for the fabric, that there's no way one could spend over $5K in...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Chartist1) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:39:11 GMT

whoa, something is rotten in Denmark here.....First, Greg, that's a darn nice Orvis rod roll you have there.....But second, I am no attorney, but I can almost guarantee this will end up in patent court. Monty's design is way too close to that of Orvis'......Plus it's so close, except for the fabric, that there's no way one could spend over $5K in development cost. If I were an investor up to this point, first I'd be worried Orvis would come knocking and second, I'd...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Marty) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:30:30 GMT

Chartist, Hopefully you sank that money into the collectibles that are prepared to skyrocket(per your recent blather). . Your clear ignorance as to what it takes to source either totally new or resurrect older products speaks more loudly than your pride in your research or the money you spent this year. (sourcing and having PL products made is one of the primary things I do for a living) If you don't like it don't buy it.
Monty I second the ignore the nay-sayers said...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (spruce grouse) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:26:50 GMT

Chartist1 wrote:
I took and original Orvis rod roll I purchased from a board member and copied the design.<<<

Riddle me this batman. How did you spend over $5000 to develop something you just admitted was a copy?

You know, you really should get that narcissism looked at. It might be getting in the way of your relationships.

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Greg Reynolds) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:25:01 GMT

I think it looks good Monty. The leather is much better than the originals.

The Orvis rolls are scarce--it took me about six years to find one in each size, one of which is in rough shape. For what it's worth, the fabric on the originals is used by the automotive industry for convertable tops. It's durable and cleans nicely if needed.

My wife and daughters have a...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Chartist1) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:20:57 GMT

I took and original Orvis rod roll I purchased from a board member and copied the design.<<<

Riddle me this batman. How did you spend over $5000 to develop something you just admitted was a copy?

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (BillT) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:51:49 GMT

Ever since I met Greg Reynolds and saw how neat and classy he stored his Orvis rods in the carrier that he has I have been interested in owning one. I would suggest a khaki or darker tan heavy fabric like a canvas with the dark leather would be attractive and functional.

Bill
http://www.taylorods.com

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Chartist1) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:41:02 GMT

FLyman, Monty asked for honest opinions....That's what I gave....My concern about the tubes touching one another is genuine and helpful.

And when I read the boiler plate testimony of the time money and dedication to put this together, it reminds of me of what the guys said who tried to import Chinese fly rods had to say.

And Marty, please don't compare this log roll to anything Arne Mason has ever made.

Plus, Orvis would choose much higher quality fabric...

Re: Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (Flyman615) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 19:38:07 GMT

Hey Chartist1:

I might suggest that you do a little research in the Forum archives as to the origin and practicality of this rod roll's design.

Furthermore, they didn't retail for $19.95 at Orvis or Abercrombie & Fitch in the 1960's and this one most likely won't either.
If you don't like it, or the price, then don't buy it. But also, don't rain on other people's parade.

It took a lot of dedication, time, effort and yes,...

Well It's finally here. The Rod Roll

feeds@yuku.com (MontyMontana) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:37:50 GMT