Back Creek Custom Rods

09/22/2026

We’re looking forward to being back at the International Custom Rod Building Exposition in Feb 20-21, 2027 in Winston-Salem, NC with our Custom Colored Guides. This is the biggest gathering of custom rod builders and a great place to pick up some great products at great prices, learn from experts in the craft and network with other builders.

🎨 THE COLORS ARE COMING BACK TO ICRBE 2027! 🎣

We’re excited to welcome Custom Colored Guides back to the ICRBE 25th Anniversary Show! 🎉

Looking to make your custom rod really stand out? Custom Colored Guides brings vibrant color and serious performance to custom rod building with anodized titanium and powder-coated stainless steel guides.

With premium components from ALPS, Fuji, and more, they have what you need to create a rod that’s not only professional-quality—but uniquely YOURS!

🔥 Custom color. Premium components. One-of-a-kind rods.

Be sure to stop by their booth at ICRBE 2027 and see what they can do for your next build!

📅 February 20–21, 2027
📍 Winston-Salem, NC
🌐 CustomColoredGuides.com

09/21/2026

I built this rod to donate to Dianne's Dreams to be raffled to raise awareness of ovarian cancer and also help a pet rescue / animal care facility in Dallas, GA (Atlanta area).

This is a Batson Enterprises Rainshadow 7', one piece, spinning rod rated for 10-20lb line test, 1/4-3/4 oz lure, and mod-fast action / Medium Heavy power. A great all-around spinning rod and especially well suited for popping corks chasing redfish at the coast or a variety of freshwater techniques. The blank is a limited edition dark teal color, premium cork grips, an Alps aluminum triangle spinning reel seat, custom teal powder coated guides from Custom Colored Guides, custom decorative wrap and decals via Decal Connection, INC and custom butt cap featuring the Dianne's Dreams logo.

If you would like a chance at a custom Back Creek Custom Rod while helping out a great cause, here's your chance. If you are interested in purchasing a raffle ticket for the rod, reach out to Russell Dobbs for details.

09/10/2026

Building this one for a special cause…. Will be getting it wrapped up and on its way this weekend…. Stay tuned!

08/15/2026

Humbling to have one of your rods displayed alongside so many great works as a part of the Batson Collection….

08/05/2026

A Batson Enterprises Rainshadow REVC72M cut down to 7’, with Alps TexTouch reel seat, bird cage hood and Alps 316 stainless MXN / F guides customized by Custom Colored Guides.

Custom EVA kaleidoscope grips and an open reverse Chevron wrap, along with a peacock bass and custom name decal.

Wrapped with Fuji / Anglers Resource UltraPoly and Hitena metallic thread and finished off with Get Bit Outdoors Next Level finish.

Headed off to Shreveport, LA to chase bass….

08/04/2026

🚨 200 DAYS TO GO! 🚨

Can you believe it? In just 200 days, the International Custom Rod Building Exhibition (ICRBE) returns to Winston-Salem, North Carolina for a very special event...

🎉 The 25th Anniversary ICRBE! 🎉

For a quarter of a century, rod builders, lure makers, suppliers, and fishing enthusiasts from around the world have gathered for the biggest and best custom rod building event on the planet. And in February 2027, we're celebrating 25 incredible years together!

Whether you're coming to:
🎣 Learn from the industry's best
🛠️ Discover the latest products and techniques
🤝 Catch up with old friends
💡 Meet new builders and vendors
🏆 Celebrate 25 years of ICRBE history
..this is one show you won't want to miss!

The countdown is officially on. 200 days will fly by, so start making your plans now!

📍 Winston-Salem, North Carolina
📅 20 - 21 February 2027

Who's counting down with us? Let us know in the comments where you'll be travelling from! 👇

05/20/2026

CTS 13’ 70/30 split - 8-14 oz in Tanzanite Blue

Custom powder coated Batson Enterprises Alps XXNLG guide train and an American Tackle aluminum reel seat with full length paracord grip and a 9” open reverse-chevron grip.

05/15/2026

Two pair of rods built on Batson Enterprises Rainshadow MB843 & SPG843 blanks to be raffled at an upcoming youth fishing rodeo in the area hosted by Meridian Waste.

Custom Colored Guides, open decorative cross wraps and carbon fiber & EVA grips finish off these rods.

05/15/2026