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BAFT Bi-Angular Fiber Technology
Figure I: When conventional
(non-helical) rods are subjected to heavy flex loads, they tend to become
oval, losing rod action and strength.
Figure II:
The single helical graphite structure keeps the rod from blank round when it
is heavily loaded during casting and while fighting a hooked fish. However,
graphite fibers are more easily stretched than compressed. Ordinary helical
rod designs utilize a single continuous fiber which spirals at an angle for
the length of the part, similar to a coil spring. Therefore, torque or
twisting is not inhibited equally in both directions of rotating or twist.
Yet, torque loads from twisting rods can result in a less accurate line
trajectory and reduced performance.
Figure III:
Our new Bi-Angular Fiber Technology of left and right opposing rotational
fibers inhibit torque or twisting in both directions of rotation. Combining
superior taper designs with T&T’s BAFT construction and the strategic use of
Aramid fiber enables the creation of a rod blank with increased strength,
power and lightness and a heightened feel of the line beyond the rod tip. |
The Fly Fishing Shop, Welches, OR