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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...
Products
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-...
Rod Recipes
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...
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...
Building for Fall Trophy Musky
Now that Labor Day has come and gone many anglers are looking forward to fall. While some fisherman are putting down their rod and reel for something they can take afield, the die hard Muskie angle...
Tips & Tricks
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...
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...
Everyone loves nice threadwork. Of all the rod building questions we get, a bulk of them revolve around thread. One of the more unique options is a fade wrap. Most of you have seen what I would cal...