Fly Rod Blank Question

[Windsetter]

I am looking to make my own fly rod this next month, to use during the upcoming year. The question I have is about rod pieces.

For those of you fellow Utahns whom have made your own fly rods: I am looking to make a 5 wt, 8'6" rod.

1) I see poles from 2-7 pieces, that it can break down into?
2) Is there a benefit to more pieces?
3) I will be making my own Reel seat and handle. I would like a dark green rod to accent the wood and stain I have chosen. Any suggestions on blanks?

Please pardon the "newbie" questions. I would just like the advice of those more experienced then I.
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[flygoddess]

The advantage to multi piece is packability. If you are making your own, that means allot more wrapping in that you have to wrap each ferrule. And it might be a little harder to line up.
I learned that you roll the blank in that they all have a slight curve. The more pieces will make that harder to find.
I prefer 3 to 4 piece.
As for Green blank, it is a popular color, so that shouldn't be hard.
Winston, Sage, T.L. Johnson to name a few.

Good luck, it is fun!!!!
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