Blog
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Custom Rod-Builder Spotlight: Mike Moroney
When a self-described perfectionist and angling fanatic builds a fishing rod, art and performance converge. HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (April 10, 2023) – Mike Moroney of Highlands Ranch, Colorado spent most... -
St. Croix and Rod Geeks, Explained
Many rod builders were surprised to learn that St. Croix was cutting way back on their blank offerings, choosing to continue producing only a selection of their most popular SCV models. Here are four key things to know. -
Review of the RODgeeks XC804 for Musky Fishing
Although it was designed for saltwater fishing, the XC804 has won some fans among musky fishermen. Read what one musky angler has to say after a lot of testing, including the pros and cons. -
Advantages of Composite Blanks
A composite blank is made from a combination of carbon fiber prepregs and fiberglass prepregs -
Advice on Cutting Fishing Rod Blanks
Keep these rules in mind next time you have trouble finding the right blank for a build. -
8 Foot X-Comp Design Secrets
Want more details on our new 8ft X-Comp blanks? Look no further! -
Need a More Durable Blank?
The RODgeeks Bass Series could be exactly what you're looking for. -
RODgeeks Center Pin Blanks
We have received a number of requests for center pin style blanks and we are happy to announce the introduction of 2 new models. The center pin blanks are in our Salmon and Steelhead Series. These are thoroughly tested designs that are light and sensitive, and they have been optimized for center pin fishing.
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Surfcaster's Journal Review
The Surfcaster's Journal just released a great review of our SRF110C3 blank. Custom rod maker Lou Caruso is featured in the video. Lou came to us with the idea of a combination blank that had one handle and two interchangeable tip sections with completely different actions. This "combo rod" covers a wide range of surf casting applications, and it has been very well received by rod makers and fishermen. -
RODgeeks - Suggested Guide Size and Spacing Chart
We have received many requests for recommended guide spacing on our blanks so we now provide this information. We respect that you may have your own preferences for guide size and spacing. If so, our recommendations will serve as a good starting point. Many builders will tape the guides to a blank before wrapping them, then run a line through them and bend the blank to make sure that the spacing meets their approval. This is a practice we recommend.
