Bowers Custom Rods

10/23/2026

Does it feel like it? Not quite! But before we know it, our favorite first-ice spots will be freezing up and producing fresh fillets for fish fries, plenty of laughs with our fishing buddies, and more time out on the water! 🎣❄️

Soon, I’ll be placing my first ice rod order of the year, and this season I’ll have my custom ice rods available in 4 local shops possibly a few more as well! So keep an eye out for my rods in a shop near you that me and my little helper deliver! I’m excited to see things growing and can’t wait for another ice season.

If you’ve been thinking about getting yourself a custom-built ice rod, or you have someone in your life who would love one for Christmas or a birthday gift, it’s never too early to reach out and get an order started!

Let’s get ready for ice season! 🧊🎣

08/24/2026

This green and white 9’ 4pc 5wt went to its new home recently. Customer also wanted some fly recommendations so i whipped him up a pair of the ol faithful slumpbusters

08/10/2026

07/06/2026

Now and then I can sneak in a personal build to try new to the market or just to me components,new techniques and new decorative trim wraps, this Stryker rod is going to be a great rod for summer steelhead and fall kings.

No time like the present to get your very own custom rod.

Reach out for a quote!

06/08/2026

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!