One of the most visible things you can use to set a custom rod apart from a factory rod is create your own custom grips. There are many, many materials and variations of those materials that, with a creative eye, you can mix, match and shape into something that is truly unique and beautiful. Add in just a pinch of science concerning the properties of your chosen materials, and you end Read More
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Stu from Coon Creek Outdoors using a B&B Custom Outdoors catfish rod
I reached out to Stu, who's channel I've been watching for years, earlier in 2020. He agreed to accept one of my rods, and make a video (or 2) using it, if he liked it. I'm very happy to say that I believe he liked it! This video is the first of a couple where he puts my hand-made catfish rod through it's paces. If you are into anything outdoors, but especially fishing, raccoon Read More
It’s not how you start: It’s how you finish. (Originally Posted 2015)
I have had an inexplicable interest in wood finishing for as long as I can remember. I'm not sure exactly where it began, but I do remember a time in my childhood when I was watching Dad finish a piece of wood with polyurethane, and being amazed at all of the character that this ubiquitous product brought out of seemingly plain and unremarkable stock. As a teenager, Dad and I put Read More
In the beginning, there was fishing… (Originally published in 2015)
When your Mom, wife, sister-in-law and others all give you the same advice, it's probably wise to take note. The advice given was that I should begin writing a blog to promote my business and share my love of the outdoors. So, here we are! I hope you enjoy. My business is B&B Custom Outdoors. I build hand-made fishing rods, animal calls, outdoors accessories and other curiosities. Read More