Bowers Custom Rods

05/15/2026

This spring painting jigs and building rods hasnt been my only projects, I started turning turkey pot calls and strikers. It’s been fun, challenging and hopefully soon rewarding if I can manage to get my luck to turn and get turkey called in with one of my own calls. Haven’t started marketing them completely yet, but if you have any interest in one send a message!

05/04/2026

Each rod I build represents more than craftsmanship—it tells a story.

A few weeks ago, Carl approached me with a meaningful request: to incorporate a small portion of his grandmother’s ashes into a custom trout rod, creating a lasting tribute to her memory. I was honored to accept, and we worked closely together to ensure every detail reflected his vision.

Today, the rod is complete. It not only met his expectations, but stands as a deeply personal and meaningful piece that will be cherished for years to come.

It is a privilege to be entrusted with projects of this significance. Moments like these are a reminder to appreciate every cast and make the most of the time we’re given.

04/24/2026

Pair of 11’6 ML spiral wrapped baitcasters got sent out to the yoop recently and quickly put to work on some Lake Superior steelhead!

03/02/2026

Well with the big order of jigs that went out recently I had to paint myself up some chrome ember jigs for my own box. It didnt take long to prove itself yesterday!

These jigs are painted in 1/16oz voodoo jigs

I can do orders for singles or dozens!

$1.25/jig +shipping if applicable

02/20/2026

10dz 1/16oz steelhead jigs heading out soon
5dz chrome ember and 5dz chrome confetti!

Things are melting here in SW Michigan which only means one thing, spring chrome! Jigs are a great way to target those cold water chromers tipped with wither spawn, waxies or plastics!

Have that favorite color you cant find any more or a tried and true you want more of? Get ahold of me and i’ll see what i can paint up for you!

02/13/2026

In the burbot portion of this episode, the rod Darren is using, the chartreuse wrapped rod with a white handle is one i built. This rod is a 42” heavy action rod that works amazingly for burbot and lake trout!

MOOD TV Clothing - https://michiganoutofdoorstv.com/collections/allThis week we hit the northwest part of the lower for some hot Burbot fishing. We also do...

02/04/2026

Customer Jeremy C from the UP sent a picture in from his recent trip on Lake Superior where his 34” ML ice rod got him some tasty coho!
Thanks for send in your catch!
If you would like your picture shared of your catch, send them in!

01/28/2026

While I somewhat patiently wait for UPS and USPS packages that have been delayed due to weather with ice rod parts I got caught up on a steelhead jig order for a customer. All my jigs are painted on voodoo 3x jigs. $1.25 per jig +shipping if needed.

12/29/2025

I met Brantley on the river this fall chasing kings, talked fishing for a while and before he left i hand him my business card and told him to get ahold of me for a rod or the next time he would be in town to chase fish. Few weeks later he reached out for a Christmas present for his girl friend, we came up with colors and specs and i got right on it. Fast forward to Christmas, she loved the rod and wasted no time putting it to use on a beautiful Pennsylvania steelhead!

12/23/2025

If you have been wondering why our page has been relatively quiet lately, this is the reason. I have been experiencing an influx of ice rod orders, and The Outdoorsman in Nunica will soon carry six rods, with a potential new location also stocking a selection. All orders are fulfilled in the sequence they were received, with every rod assembled as expeditiously as possible.

Tonights builds are a set of 3 patriotic themed panfish noodle rods!