Anyone know where I can get a 8' to 10' x 3" diameter bamboo pole? I'd like to make a tube quiver out of it, but can't find a bamboo pole source. I tried Bamboo Builders Supply in Dallas, but it's just a phone recording, and they haven't returned my calls or e-mail. A place in Houston actually charges a $15 fee for placing a bamboo pole order, which is ridiculous considering they charge about that much for a pole. Anyone have any leads for a bamboo pole source, preferably in TX?
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Google Bamboo supply in Lakeland Florida ask for Ron and tell him Terry Dunn sent you... -
Thanks for the reply, Rubydog. Mike Knox at Bamboo Builders Supply in Irving finally got a hold of me. Very nice guy with lots of bamboo knowledge. Went over there and picked up a nice 4" diameter pole. I'll post pics of my first attempt at making the quiver when it's done.Comment
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Here's a rough draft of my first attempt. Easily fits more than a dozen 30-31" arrows with field points.
Easy to make, too. Just hacksaw a piece of desired length using a fine tooth blade. Pound out the internal node separator thingy near the middle with a metal rod (I used a long crow bar, but re-bar will also do), drill a hole a hole or two for the rope to make a shoulder sling (I guess you can use a rope or even a leather strap as a belt clip, too). Mike Knox suggested to also tie and wrap the top and bottom with a good string to keep the bamboo from splitting over time. I did the top, but haven't gotten to the bottom yet. I might even change the jute string I have on top and use some manila rope top and bottom. Later I'll try to put some kind of water sealant on it to protect it a bit for when I take it bowfishing. For now, I just use it to hold arrows for when I practice shooting. With a 10' pole, I still have plenty of bamboo pole left to make 2 to 3 more quivers.
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Forgot to add, that a 2.5" to 3" diameter pole should also work. Plenty of room for arrows in this 4" pole.Comment
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Just checked my shop and I've got a piece that is close to 2" inside.... Not exactly what you are looking for but it's free if you want it.
Send me a PM or email if you want a piece and I'll send it your way. mikebyrge@comcast.netComment
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Wow, thanks a bunch! Just sent ya an e-mail.Comment
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Almost done. Just seeing how it looks with some "natural beads" from Michael's to give it a bit more character.
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And some of those Rubydog arrows like Woody has would look even better in it!Comment
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Is he the same Mike Knox from Belton and retired from Wilson Art?Originally posted by equin View PostComment
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Sorry, Superdog, I have no idea if it's the same guy or not.Comment
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OK ,just checking. Now that's a cool looking quiver.Comment
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