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Australian Rod Building Challenge

 

The Australian Rod Building Challenge has become Australia’s premier showcase of custom rod-building craftsmanship, creativity and innovation. The 2026 competition delivered one of the strongest fields ever, with outstanding entries from both Amateur and Professional builders, highlighting the incredible talent within Australia’s rod-building community. 

While this year’s challenge has concluded, the journey continues. The Rod Building Exhibition will return in 2027, bringing together award-winning rods, industry-leading products, live demonstrations and passionate builders from across Australia.

Dates and event details will be announced during 2027.

Until then, explore the results, get inspired by the winning builds and start planning your next project.

 

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Ever found it hard to find someone to build you a custom fishing rod?

Custom Built Fishing Rods is the definitive guide to custom rod builders all over Australia. If you have a dream, this is the place to find the perfect rod builder for the job. The site has been designed to make it easier for you to find a local from your area, or outside of it, with the skills you need, to make your fishing rod become reality.

You can browse builders by style, rod type or simply by area. Each builder can manage their own information, and include recent builds for you to peruse and help you decide which is best for your needs.

Builders too can create their own page, highlighting their skills, and showing off recent builds.

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