Welcome to
Brian's
Custom Rodworx
Building premium custom spinning, casting, ice, salmon/steelhead, and fly rods exactly to your requirements—hand‑built in the Inland Northwest using advanced techniques and American‑made blanks from North Fork Composites and Stryker Rods. Crafted for unmatched performance and durability.
Custom Fishing Rods built to your specifications
Bass, Trout, Salmon, Steelhead, Fly, and Ice Fishing Rods
Rod Repair Including:
Handle and Reel Seat Replacement
Guide and tip replacement
Full Guide Replacement
Custom Cork handles
Custom Rods Built Exactly the Way You Want
At Brian’s Custom Rodworx, every rod begins with the perfect blank chosen for your fishing style. Whether you need a versatile all‑purpose rod, a precision fly rod, an ultra‑sensitive bass rod, or that dream salmon/steelhead setup, your build starts with the right foundation.
Your Build, Step by Step
• Rod Blank Selection
We match the blank to your needs — nothing pre‑determined, nothing generic.
• Handle Options
Choose from classic cork, durable EVA foam, modern HEXVA, or lightweight carbon‑fiber handles.
• Reel Seat
Choices Casting, spinning, or fly — from minimalist designs to advanced CCT and carbon‑fiber seats for ultimate performance.
• Guide Systems
From rugged boat guides to top‑tier titanium frames with ultra‑hard ceramic inserts, every option is on the table.
• Thread & Wrap Style
Pick your thread color(s) or upgrade to the cutting‑edge Air Carbon Mesh for securing your guides.
Why Custom?
I carry a limited number of prebuilt theme rods and Standard Custom Rods because a true custom rod is crafted one decision at a time — built to your exact wants, needs, and fishing style. To see my available rods for sale, my Standard Custom Rods and what is included in the Standard Custom Rods, please click on "Available Rods" above.
Ready to Build Your Rod?
If you’re ready to design the rod you’ve always wanted, reach out. I’d love to build it and get you on the water with something truly your own.
Please Note
I do not repair bamboo or wooden rods. These rods require specialized tools, training, and restoration techniques due to their unique craftsmanship.
Repairs
Fishing rods take a beating — doors, tailgates, boots, docks, trees, even a misplaced step can turn a great day on the water into a broken‑rod disaster. Modern graphite, carbon fiber, and fiberglass blanks are incredibly strong, but they can also be surprisingly fragile. And no matter the price tag, no rod is truly “bulletproof.”
We all build a personal connection with our gear, so when a rod fails, it can be frustrating and even heartbreaking. The good news is that many issues can be repaired — and when they can, I’ll do everything possible to get your rod back in action.
Guides can bend, break, or lose their ceramic inserts. Reel seats and handles can wear out. Sometimes a blank can be saved, and sometimes it can’t — but whatever the problem is, I’ll take a look and let you know your options.
Rates & Services
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Guide Replacement: $20 per guide + cost of the guide
Full Guide Replacement: $20 per guide + cost of the guide set -
Rod Repair (if repairable): Varies
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Reel Seat & Handle Replacement: Varies based on component cost + installation
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Other Repairs: Contact me for an estimate