Take the guesswork out of building great casting rods.
Whether you're new to rod building or you've wrapped a hundred rods, it can be a daunting task to select the right components for your custom fishing rod. These guide setups were hand-picked by our experienced Pro Staffers to get you wrapping (and fishing) your next casting rod in no time.
To order, decide on the length of rod you're building, choose your favorite color and select your performance level. No matter what your preferences are, our guide sets have been meticulously pieced together to ensure you'll build a great custom rod.
Key Features
- Pre-selected by professional custom rod builders
- Pre-ground feet for smooth and easy wrapping
- CRB Medium Duty Frame Spin/Cast Guide with Force Pressed Ring for exceptional durability.
- Perfect for light to medium duty saltwater and medium to heavy duty freshwater applications
- Available in Standard & Elite Ring Grades
- Black or Polished Stainless Steel Frame.
Benefits of Using CRB Guide Sets
Convenience
Take the Guesswork Out of Selecting GuidesSuperior Castability
Available in Concept-Style LayoutsEngineered by Pros
Crafted by Years of ExperiencePerformance Guaranteed
1-Year Limited WarrantyChoose Your Guide Material
Standard
Ring: Aluminum Oxide
Frame: Premium Stainless Steel
Layout: Concept-Style
Rods 6'0"- 7' 0": 20-16-12-10-8-8-8-8-8
Rods 7'6" to 8'6": 20-16-12-10-8-8-8-8-8-8-8
Rods 9'0" to 10'0": 20-16-12-10-10-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8
Our STANDARD guides feature traditional "cone of flight" layouts with Aluminum Oxide ceramic insert rings. Created decades ago, Aluminum Oxide is one of the very first ceramic insert materials - but don't let it's age fool you - Aluminum Oxide guides are still widely deployed on fishing rods today. Excellent performance to value ratio.
Elite
Ring: Zirconium Oxide
Frame: Premium Stainless Steel (Deep Pressed)
Layout: Concept-Style
Rods 6'0"- 7' 0": 20-16-12-10-8-8-8-8-8
Rods 7'6" to 8'6": 20-16-12-10-8-8-8-8-8-8-8
Rods 9'0" to 10'0": 20-16-12-10-10-8-8-8-8-8-8-8-8
ELITE grade guides are also offered in a "Concept-Style" layout and are constructed with diamond polish Zirconium Oxide inserts. The ELITE guides feature a thinner profile ring with an ultra-smooth bezel resulting in lighter weight, and superior performance capable of taming the most aggressive braided lines.
