Mike contacted me last summer about putting together a set of rods to celebrate his retirement. After showing him different options, he decided on a trio of ODM Evolution blanks: the 9ft NXE-94 , 10ft NXE-105 and 11ft NXE-116 to cover all of his surf fishing needs. I’m happy to finally share pictures of one of the nicest surf rod sets I’ve done. These rods start with the chameleon painted ODM Evolution blanks, which are made of Boron to create a rod that is lighter and stron

Custom Lamiglas Surf Fishing Rods by Eastern Rodworks - GSB1321M Old School Sometimes, guys don't want to give up the rod they've been using and catching on for the past 10+ years. Dan was no exception, and while he was perfectly happy with his original Lamiglas GSB series, he wanted to try the new guide layouts that have become standard on most builds. This build is a great example of what one of our standard models looks like; top quality components, clean wraps and finish

I was happy to deliver another CTS Vapor Trail to a repeat customer in Martha's Vineyard recently. Modeled after another Vapor Trail I made for him in 2015, this build features Fuji Silicone Carbide K guides, Infinity style shrink tube grips, and a Star/Snowflake decorative wrap. The rod will be used extensively this fall in the Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass & Bluefish Derby; I hope it puts a winner on the sand for you Ned! The CTS Vapor Trail blanks represent some of the li

Since their introduction last fall, I'm happy to see customers finding the Lamiglas GSB1201M and GSB1321M Old School blanks as a rod to have in their arsenal. These blanks are the most versatile on the market today and can cover any task from jigging and eeling, to plugs and topwater lures. This build features Infinity style shrink tube fore & rear grips, along with a Fuji DNPSD reel seat. The decorative wrap is a "Spider" in matching colors, with the light green base adding

Another CTS Vapor Trail is out the door and ready for action! This build starts with a 10ft 3-6oz CTS Vapor Trail blank and features a shrink tube handle and Fuji DNPSD reel seat. The wrap is a double chevron, which produces a pattern on 4 sides of the blank as opposed to two. Fuji Alconite K guides were wrapped in a classic black/silver combination that is sure to look good for years to come. The CTS Vapor Trail blanks represent some of the lightest, best casting rods on the