What This Is
<p>For the builder ready to move past their first rod: bigger supply sizes, a proper drying/rotation setup for even finish cure, and the specialty tools that make repeat builds faster and more consistent. Every item is sourced from Batson Enterprises (RainShadow / Alps / Forecast).</p>
<p><strong>What's included:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>RainShadow Next Level Rod Finish — 16 oz kit</li>
<li>Forecast Quick Set Rod Bond epoxy — 2 x 4 oz bottles</li>
<li>Forecast Tip-Top Adhesive Stick — 10"</li>
<li>RainShadow Gen 5 Vivid Color Preserver — 2 oz</li>
<li>Forecast Masking Tape — 1.00" x 60 yards</li>
<li>Forecast White China Markers — 12-pack (mark guide spacing on every build)</li>
<li>Batson Mixing Cups — 1 oz, 100 count</li>
<li>Alps Mixing Syringes — 2-pack, color coded</li>
<li>Alps Bubble Buster Alcohol Torch, plus a 12-pack of replacement wicks</li>
<li>RainShadow Ceramic Line Guide Tool</li>
<li>Alps Rod Building Mandrel — 0.250" OD</li>
<li>RainShadow SS303 Mandrel — 0.449" OD (second size for larger blanks)</li>
<li>Alps Tip Top Gauge — Freshwater</li>
<li>RainShadow Replacement Sandpaper Kit — Regular Grit</li>
<li>RainShadow Cleaning Brush — 100 count</li>
<li>Alps Rod Wrapper Drying Motor — 30/36 speed</li>
<li>Alps Sliding Rod Stand — complete with components</li>
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<p>Bought separately these items run $397.28. Bundled here for $349.99 — you save roughly $47 and skip hunting down 17 individual SKUs.</p>
<p><em>Not included: rod blanks, guides, reel seats, grips, thread, or a wrapping machine. The drying motor and rod stand rotate the blank while finish cures — they are not a thread-wrapping machine.</em></p>
Ready to move? Here’s where to go.
Three direct paths. No forms, no funnels, no waiting.