Today we're going to be discussing everything that you need to know about How to Select Guides and Set Up Guide Trains with Mike Garone, of Garone Custom Rods and Tackle. 

Mike, before we tackle this topic, tell us a little bit about how you started Garone Custom Rods and tackle and how long you’ve been in the custom rod building game. 

Mike, before we can pick guides and guide trains, we need to understand what our choices are. Let’s review the various styles and their advantages/disadvantages. 

• Single foot
• Double foot
• Roller
• etc.

Now that we’ve got the styles in order, let’s talk about materials and the pros and cons of each. 

• Stainless steel
• Coated steel
• Titanium
• Is there a best finish for Fishing Rod Guides?

What should I consider when ordering guides? 

• Application
• Best fishing rod guides for braided lines
• Best fishing rod guides for saltwater
• frame material
• Application

Why is setting up the perfect guide train important?

When you are setting up your guide train for your custom fishing rod, what are the options to choose from and why would you choose one over the other?

Pros and cons to each guide train:

1. Conventional Guide Train

2. New Guide Concept

3. Micro Guide Train

4. Spiral or Acid Wrap Guide Train

5. Double-Footed Guide Train

6. Single-Footed Guide Train

Mike, you’ve done a great job of explaining the various types of guides and guide train choices that are out there and why someone would want to choose one or the other in their next purchase or build. If folks want to get in touch with you at Garone Custom Rods and tackle, what’s the best way to do that?

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