Getting the Feel Right with Rod Building Grips

Choosing the right rod building grips is probably the most personal decision you'll make when assembling a custom fishing pole. Think about it—the grip is the only part of the tool you're actually touching for hours on end. If it's too thick, your hand cramps up; if it's too slick, you're constantly readjusting during a fight. It's the literal bridge between your nervous system and whatever is happening at the end of your line. ...

April 27, 2026 · 7 min · Brooks Leandro