Fuel Your Passion. Build Your Craft.
Whether you’re learning the basics or refining advanced techniques, Mud Hole’s resource center is built to help you grow as a builder and angler. From hands-on education and expert insights to project inspiration and step-by-step guidance, every resource is designed to elevate your skills and keep you connected to the craft. Wherever you are on your journey, you’ll find the knowledge and community to keep building—one rod at a time.
Rod Building 101
Our complete instructional video series will have you building rods in no time!
Rod Building 101
Our complete instructional video series will have you building rods in no time!
Step 1: Spining Your Rod Blank
What you'll need: Rod Blank, China Marker, Masking Tape
Charts, Manuals & More
In search of guide spacing charts, product manuals & more? Mud Hole is here for you! Explore our comprehensive list of charts, dimensions & manuals sorted by brand to assist with guide spacing, reel seat placement, install & warranty info for your next rod build.
Guide Spacing ManualsMud Hole Rod Building Classes
Find a Class Near You
You can also learn to build your own custom rod from professional rod builders with Mud Hole Rod Building Classes. Every student leaves our classes with a completed fishing rod and rod crafting knowledge that will last a lifetime!
Mud Hole Journal
The Mud Hole Journal is your go-to hub for rod building knowledge, written by builders who live and breathe the craft. Dive into News for updates, Products for gear insights, Rod Recipes for step-by-step builds, and Tips & Tricks for expert guidance. Every story is designed to inspire, inform, and help you build better rods.
Learn MoreRod Recipes
Mud Hole Journal's Rod Recipe posts are your guide in creating a customized fishing rod tailored to your needs. Explore our articles written by rod building experts, to craft your ideal fishing rod.
New Saltwater Rod Kits & Saltwater Guide Kits
The offshore rod building world just got a serious upgrade. American Tackle has officially released its new Saltwater Guide Kits, giving builders a streamlined way to outfit rods with specifically ...
In custom rod building, the handle is far more than a grip, it’s the connection point between angler and blank, where comfort, control, balance, and sensitivity all converge. Few components have re...
Crappie, Panfish, Trout Rod Kits
Choosing the right ultra-light setup for trout, crappie, and panfish can make all the difference between an average day on the water and one you’ll never forget. Ultra-light fishing is about finess...
How-to • Tips & Tricks • Viewer Q & A
Join the Mud Hole Custom Tackle team for exclusive live stream rod building shows, behind the scenes content, Q & A sessions, and much more!
How-To Media
You can never have too many resources! Shop our selection of media that shows you how to do both general & specific techniques for rod building.
