Rod Customizations & Upgrades

Already own a fishing rod but want to make it stand out? RSF Customs offers professional customization services to personalize your existing rod without requiring a complete rebuild.

Whether you want to update thread colors, add custom artwork, or create a one-of-a-kind showpiece, we'll help bring your vision to life.

Rod Customizations & Upgrades take up to 3-4 weeks. All Rod Customizations & Upgraded must be dropped off at IH35 & Shepherd Road. ONLY use Rod Customizations & Upgrades if you know what you want. All other customizations and upgrades, need to have a quote. There is no consultation during drop off. Takes between 5-15 minutes. 

Upgrade Pricing

Open Thread Wraps

Starting at $150.00

• Up to 6 inches

• Decorative open wrap where the blank remains visible.

Marbling

Starting at $150.00

• Up to 6 inches

• Custom marbled finish in your choice of colors.

Advanced Thread Wraps (Closed Wraps)

Starting at $350.00

• Up to 6 inches

• Decorative closed wraps where the blank is completely covered.

• Pricing includes labor and standard materials.

Heat Shrink Grip Installation

$55.00 Per Grip

Includes:

• Professional installation of premium heat shrink tubing over your existing EVA grip.

• Improves grip, durability, and traction while protecting worn or damaged EVA grips.

• Materials and labor included.

Please Note:

• Heat shrink is designed to be installed over existing EVA grips.

• This service does not replace grips or repair damaged rod handles.

• If your EVA grip is severely damaged or requires replacement, your rod will require a Rod Rebuild, not a customization.

Full Waterslide Decal

$65.00 Each

• Up to 6 inches

• Professionally installed and epoxied.

Please Note: Waterslide decals cannot print metallic colors such as gold, silver, chrome, white, or fluorescent colors.

Small Waterslide Logos

$25.00 Each

Perfect for:

• Sports teams

• Company logos

• Small artwork

• Brand logos

Please Note: Small waterslide logos cannot print metallic colors such as gold, silver, chrome, white, or fluorescent colors.

Vinyl Decals

$25.00 Each

• Single color only.

• Designed for simple lettering and graphics.

Vinyl decals cannot:

• Be multi-colored.

• Contain fine or intricate details that cannot be cut properly.

• Reproduce photographs or highly detailed artwork.

Guide Wrap Color Change

$15.00 Per Guide

Includes:

• Existing guide remains on the rod.

• New thread color.

• Trim bands.

• Finish epoxy.

Guide Replacement with New Guide

Starting at $35.00 Per Guide

Includes:

• Removal and stripping of the existing guide and thread wraps.

• Installation of one new standard guide.

• New thread wrap.

• Trim bands.

• Finish epoxy.

Does NOT include:

• Titanium Guides

• Roller Guides

• Premium Guide Brands

Advanced Guide Wrap Add-On

Add $10.00 Per Guide

Applies to:

• Fade Wraps

• Olive Branch Wraps

• Saw Blade Wraps

This charge is in addition to the standard guide wrap color change or guide replacement pricing.

Pricing Information

All pricing is based on $10.00 labor increments and includes the standard materials required to complete each service, including thread, trim bands, finish epoxy, adhesives, and other standard consumables.

Premium components, specialty materials, oversized designs, custom artwork, or additional labor may increase the final price. Any additional charges will always be discussed and approved before work begins.

Important Information

• This service is for existing fishing rods only.

• Rod Customizations & Upgrades do not include rod repairs or rod rebuilds.

• Decorative upgrades may require removing existing thread and epoxy.

• Customer-supplied artwork must be high-resolution and owned by the customer or used with permission.

• All customization services are performed in the order received unless Rush Service has been purchased.

• All customization services are final and non-refundable once work has begun.

Need Something Custom?

All of the services listed above are available to purchase directly through our website.

If you don't see the customization you're looking for, have a unique project, or need help deciding which services are right for your rod, please schedule a Custom Rod Build Consultation before placing your order.

We'll review your project, answer your questions, and provide a personalized quote to ensure you're selecting the correct services before work begins.