my first time to come to this event and I didn't really have any expectations . Looked at lots of gear and was able to purchase several 4 piece rod- I enjoyed the learning centering offering a lot. hands on was a plus. I enjoyed the fellowship of like minded folks

 Highly recommend this event for beginner and expert custom rod builders alike. The wealth of knowledge is amazing. This is the place to network and gain new friends. Custom Rod Building tools, tricks, techniques are shared across the board. Those who have issues of sorts can find experts that have solutions. Highly Recommend this event.

 Laser engraving class was inspiring

 Very good mix of classes, but noise from convention and next door learning center were loud and hard to hear from the back unless microphones were used (which seemed problematic). Some classes were over full, maybe next year a registration for classes is better (even if $5 a class or something small) and in separate rooms.

 Not as much as last year.

 Great event with the new leadership! Hope to see it still take place in Winston Salem!

 fly fishing integration would make it even better

 Enjoyed it.

 Real helpful for my rod building