Rigging for Heavy Cover Flipping
Flipping and pitching are two of the most effective techniques for targeting bass that bury themselves in heavy cover. Thick vegetation, fallen timber, boat docks, reeds, and matted grass all creat...
When it comes to building or upgrading a fishing rod, guide rings are often overlooked. They might look like simple loops of metal and ceramic, but they’re among the most critical components affect...
The weight and balance debate is always fun and certainly makes anglers and rod builders choose sides quickly. My stance is, I build custom rods to fish. Every component and layout is purposely don...
Why Rod Building Thread Matters
Rod building thread has always been something that comes up with new rod builders, and right fully so. They might have a storage bin of colorful thread from a past or current family members sewing ...
Reel Seat Arbors Explained: Form vs. Function
A reel seat arbor is a crucial but sometimes overlooked component in custom rod building. Its primary role is to fill the space between the fishing rod blank and the inside of the reel seat, creati...
Why Ferrules Matter: Strength, Flexibility, and Performance
Rod ferrules are the connection points that join two or more sections of a fishing rod. They allow the rod to break down into shorter pieces for easier transport and storage, making multi-piece rod...
When building a custom fishing rod, one of the most critical yet often overlooked factors is maintaining proper thread tension while wrapping guides. It may seem like a minor detail, but the tensio...
Rod Blank Action vs. Power Explained
When it comes to rod construction or purchasing a new rod, two of the most commonly used, and often misunderstood, terms are “Action” and “Power.” I’m not sure if many anglers believe they are inte...
Debate: EVA vs. Cork vs. Carbon Fiber Grips
When it comes to building a custom fishing rod, one of the most debated decisions among anglers and builders alike is the choice of grip material. The three most common options you will see are EVA...
When building a custom fishing rod, prepping the guide feet before wrapping can be a polarizing topic among builders. Some find it to be a crucial but often overlooked step that can significantly i...