Download PDF of 2014 RainShadow - ALPS - ForeCast Catalog

272 Pages·2014·42.7 MB·English

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fight for excellence
Batson’s long-standing commitment to integrity, innovation, quality, and passion
is the foundation of our vast product lines. Each and every product goes through
rigorous engineering and testing before ever being offered to our customers. We
take great pride in supplying our customers with the absolute best and refuse to
compromise in any aspect of our business. Our team delivers impeccable quality,
as well as serious competitive advantages, giving you the required tools for your
FIGHT FOR EXCELLENCE.
What good is superior quality if there is no customer service backing it? Batson
Enterprises™ takes this ideal to heart each day. Our experienced team is always
ready to lend a helping hand with professional assistance and a positive attitude.
Our customers are #1 and the reason why we have experienced such immense
growth over the years. Whether you seek help with building a rod or have questions
regarding an order, our customer service team is always there for you. We invite
you to come experience the most innovative products and services in the industry.
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© 2015 Olivier Portrat
Batson Team
Constance Batson - President
Bill Batson - Chief Executive Offi cer
Karry Batson - Sr. Sales
Mike Thorson - VP of Engineering / Product / Design
Ryan McIntosh - VP of Business Development & Marketing
James Henning - Product Development / Design
John Carver - Warehouse Manager
Frankie Spears - Accounting
Patty Fisher - Purchasing
daja Thomas - Purchasing Assistant
Danelle Anderson - Project Coordinator
Adam Hansen - Sr. Sales
James Taylor - Marketing
Debbie Dickson - Shipping Clerk & Front Offi ce Receptionist
Leanne Shuff-Hendershot - Front Offi ce
John Cox - Warranty & Customer Service
Josh Constant - Quality Control Supervisor
Keller Batson - Quality Control Assistant
Shad Fazio - Warehouse Assistant
Shawn Fowler - Warehouse Assistant
Eric Noguchi - Sr Advisor
* And the 100’s other who has helped us develop our vision
and products!
Special Thank you
A special Thank You to the selected
Photography Submissions:
Olivier Portrat Nik Autrey
Judah Mehler Josh Constant
Matthew Straw Karry Batson
Roger Mosley Bill Batson
Brian Yamamoto Erik Landsfi end
Fernando Almada Matt Kotch
Ryan McIntosh Laura Ann Foshee
Kyle Fiege - Kollmann Joelle Nicholson
Darien Craig
table of contents
BATSON ENTERPRISES GEAR ROD COMPONENTS CONTINUED
FIGHT OF EXCELLENCE ......................................................3 BUTT CAPS ............................................................116-129
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................................5 ALUMINUM AND CHROME OVER BRASS .................116-120
BATSON’S LEGACY ..............................................................6 GIMBALS ......................................................................122-125
CORPORATE PROFILE .........................................................8 CORK - EVA - RUBBER - NYLON ................................126-128
COMMITMENT .......................................................................9 GIMBAL COVERS .........................................................129
MISSION STATEMENT ........................................................11 GUIDES ..................................................................130-165
BRANDS OVERVIEW ..........................................................13 MINI ...............................................................................132-137
JAGUAR DESIGN ...........................................................14-19 Y , TT, TVS, VS3 ...........................................................138-145
VD .................................................................................146-147
ROD BLANKS CONVENTIONAL FLY XN -FAMILY, UD ...........................................................148-156
ABOUT RAINSHADOW ..........................................22 ........................210 HEAVY DUTY: ST - SU - CWB - HC - HCB ..................157-161
TECHNOLOGIES DEFINED ..........................................24-31 20LB. - 50LB. - 80LB. ROLLER ....................................162-165
POWER AND ACTION ...........................................28 ........................210 TIP TOPS ................................................................166-181
ETERNITY2 .............................................................32 ........................212 MINI ...............................................................................166-168
IMMORTAL .............................................................34 ........................214 L - PP - P, P FLANGED .................................................169-173
RX8 - SALMON / STEELHEAD ..............................36 HEAVY DUTY : SU - CWBT - HCT ................................174-177
REVELATION .........................................................38 ........................216 20LB. - 50LB. - 80LB. ROLLER ....................................178-180
RX7 .........................................................................40 WINDING CHECKS AND TRIM RINGS .................182-189
RX7 - SALMON / STEELHEAD ..............................42 HOOK KEEPERS ...................................................190-191
RX6 .........................................................................44-47 ...................218 SHIMS ....................................................................193
RX6 E-GLASS ........................................................48-51 GAFF ......................................................................194-195
RX4 .........................................................................52 TOOLS - SUPPLIES - FISH DECALS ....................196-207
E-GLASS ................................................................54-57
SOLIDGLASS .........................................................58 FLY ROD COMPONENTS
FLY REEL SEATS .........................................................................220-241
GEAR ROD COMPONENTS ALUMINUM/NICKEL - WOOD INSERTS ...................................................222-225
ABOUT ALPS & FORECAST...........................................62-63 ALUMINUM .................................................................................................228-241
TECHNOLOGIES DEFINED ...........................................64-69 FLY GRIPS AND BUTT CAPS ......................................................242-247
FLY CORK ...................................................................................................242-244
REEL SEATS ..........................................................70-97 SPEY AND SWITCH CORK .......................................................................244-245
ALUMINUM ...................................................................70-83 FIGHTING BUTTS ..............................................................................................246
TROLLING BUTTS ........................................................84-85 FLY GUIDES .................................................................................248-261
GRAPHITE ....................................................................86-97 STRIPPER XN-FAMILY, UD ........................................................................248-253
GRIPS .....................................................................98-115 (SINGLE FOOT) LIGHT - STANDARD WIRE .............................................255-257
CORK ............................................................................100-103 (SNAKE ) LIGHT - STANDARD WIRE ........................................................259-261
EVA ...............................................................................106-111 FLY TIP TOPS ..............................................................................262-269
WOVEN - BUSHINGS - X-FLOCK ................................112-113 STANDARD LOOP .....................................................................................263-265
HANDLE KITS ...............................................................114-115 LARGE LOOP .............................................................................................267-269
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AT legacy of BATSON
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When the late Bob Batson started building custom rods in his living room
in 1980, it marked the start of a new era for the Batson family name. As
an avid fi sherman, he was motivated by his angling passion to create
fi shing rods of unsurpassed quality and craftsmanship. From these humble
beginnings, the company grew to become Batson Enterprises™ in 2000.
Currently run by Bob’s son, CEO Bill Batson, our company is blessed with
non-stop growth. We are fortunate to be one of the largest wholesale rod
blank and component suppliers in the United States. Our clients range from
individual rod builders to huge global companies. Batson is steeped in fi shing
and rod building experience and has compiled one of the fi nest groups of
professionals under one roof. This enables us to effectively meet the needs
of this broad customer base. Merging our knowledge, integrity, innovation,
passion, superior customer service, and unbeatable quality, we are able to
provide our customers with the service and quality products this industry has
In Memory of Bob Batson
come to rely on.
June 30, 1947 - May 11, 2003
2014
From our heritage to yours...
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CORPORATE PROFILE
Batson Enterprises™ is one of the leading innovators of fi shing-related products. Our diverse product portfolio is full of quality-trusted
brands that are respected worldwide. Our products are distributed globally through a number of our well-recognized brands, including:
RainShadow™ • ALPS™ • ForeCast™ • ToughStick™ • GuideSpacing™ • Jaguar Design™ • Team RainShadow™
COMMITMENT
Batson Enterprises™ is committed to enhancing fi shing experiences. With our vast array of product lines, there are many combinations
available to customize any rod build. Batson Enterprises™ has refreshed and focused our attention towards our various brands. This
will allow all customers to easily differentiate each of our brands and exactly what each has to offer. Rather than grouping everything
under the Batson Enterprises™ name, we have created individual identities for all of our brands. This will allow us to simplify specifi c
marketing, service, and distribution strategies. Now that we are able to focus our marketing on each brand, you, the end user, will
have an easier time selecting the precise components and the perfect blank!
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