The Asian Angler September 2014 Digital Issue - Malaysia - English | Page 147

Step 3

Gently bend the rod slightly by
pushing down with your hand that is
supporting the rod at the butt section (near the fore grip) and roll the
blank slowly. You will feel something like a “pop.” On a spinning rod
the guides should now be facing
upwards. The spine or backbone of
the rod is at the opposite side of the
where the guides are placed.

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