So You Want to Start a Rod Building Business

If you have landed here, you are either building fishing rods or thinking about building fishing rods.  As rod builders, we are always looking to improve our skills or grow in the hobby and some ar...

Rod Building and Angling Tips with Jim Crowley

Entering into his 32nd year in the outdoor industry, Jim Crowley continues to educate and entertain. Driven by his faith, family and love of fishing, it is easy to see why he is one of the most rev...

A Look Inside the 2024 Mud Hole Catalog

It's that time of year again, the 2024 Mud Hole Catalog is arriving in your mailboxes! If you are not on our mailing list or misplaced yours, it is easy to get signed up. Just head over to the cata...

Ringed vs. Ringless Guides

With some many options of rod building components, there often can be some confusion surrounding picking the right parts for your build. The good news, rod builders by nature enjoy solving problems...

Build with American Tackle G2 Carbon Smooth Butt

For custom builders who have been at this for a little while, you have heard of American Tackle. It is a brand synonymous with quality and innovation. From blanks to components, their complete line...

Building with Titanium Components: Is it Necessary?

When selecting the components for your custom build, it's essential to consider your specific requirements. Most common being cost, performance, aesthetics, and the benefits associated with higher-...

Building for Spinnerbaits

As I write this it is fall in Florida. Well, maybe not temperature wise but the wind is blowing, and we are getting the first cold front of the year. For bass anglers, wind usually means one thing....

Planning Your Fall Builds

Fall can be a wonderful time on the water. Cooler temperatures, fish feeding as they prepare for winter and most often you are the only one on the water. From exciting schooling fish to beautiful s...

Be Ready for Hard Water

While the temperature is still in the 90’s here in Florida, I am already hearing rumblings of people ordering their ice fishing supplies. Yes, I will admit, I am looking forward to cooler temperatu...

Bob's Top Tips from 50 Years of Rod Building

Whether you are new to rod building or have been a part of the community for years, you probably have met or heard of Bob McKamey. He was introduced to rod building during his teen years and shortl...

How to Repair a Broken Push Pole

Find out how to remove and repair damaged portions of your push pole, so that you can return to the platform with a push pole performance you trust. Fixing Damaged Push Poles with Replacement Parts...

Inletting Custom Grips

One of the most rewarding custom aspects of building rods is making a custom grip. Whether you are building an offshore rod for billfish or a small fly rod for bluegill, every fishing rod needs a g...