Tips & Tricks

6 Ways to Add Amazing Metallic Threadwork

Learn how to add metallic threadwork for amazing decorations on your custom fishing rods. Custom Decorations that Enhance Rod Building Although these threads aren’t strong enough to wrap a guide a...

3 Simple Ways To Add Dragon Scale Wraps

Use these methods to add incredible thread work without consuming all your free time! Custom Dragon Thread Wraps Made Easy Dragon scale thread wraps are popular in rod building because it is a visu...

How to Hide the Thread Tags of Trim Bands

Learn a quick and easy way to hide the thread tags of trim bands within the guide wraps.  Rod Building’s Simple Trim Band Tricks Rod building is obviously about assembling the best fishing rod for...

Create Your Own Custom Trim Bands In 9 Easy Steps

In this article, we discuss 9 easy steps to create your own custom trim bands, including step-by-step photo illustrations.  Trim bands are a creative way to add a little flash or a custom look to a...

Comparing ColorFast and Nylon Rod Winding Thread

If you want your guide wraps to blend in or stand out, it’s important to know the difference between ColorFast and nylon rod winding thread. Rod Building: ColorFast vs. Nylon Thread Wraps Did you ...

5 Common Rod Building Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Rod building can be an enjoyable craft and hobby, but like anything else, the more you do it – the more you learn the little tricks to make the process of building your rod more efficient. Here ar...

5 Steps to Wrap Custom Thread In-Lays

Learn how to wrap custom thread in-lays to make any wrap’s appearance truly pop on the water. How to Wrap Thread In-Lays in Rod Building Custom thread wraps are one of the most fun and unique aspe...

6 Simple Steps for 3d Tiger Thread Wraps

Find out how to wrap a custom 3D tiger wrap in just 6 simple steps, so you can add the professional level decorations that customers go crazy for! Custom Fishing Rods & Decorative Wraps 3-D tig...

Color Matching Charts For Rod Building

Take the guesswork out of color matching your ProWrap Thread and CRB Color Series components, as well as ProWrap and Winn Grips with these handy rod building charts! Color Schemes: ProWrap Thread, ...