How Do You Put New Grips on a Fishing Rod?

Putting new grips on a fishing rod can be a great way to customize your experience. Not only can you choose a grip that fits the size of your hand better, but also one that is more comfortable.

Some anglers even use multiple grips so they can change their style as needed during the day. It’s important to know how to properly put new grips on your fishing rod in order to ensure a secure fit and avoid any damage to the rod.

Necessary Equipment Required

You’ll need some basic tools in order to put new grips on your fishing rod. A set of needle-nose pliers, a flat-head screwdriver or precision knife, and some sandpaper or emery cloth are all you’ll need. Additionally, you’ll want to have some thread locker or super glue handy in case the grip slips off once it’s installed.

Removing Old Grips

The first step is to remove the old grips from the rod. Take your flat-head screwdriver and carefully wedge it between the grip and reel seat.

Be sure not to scratch or damage the reel seat while doing this as it may cause problems down the line. Once you have wedged it in far enough, gently twist it back and forth until the grip starts to loosen up. Once it’s loose enough, use your needle-nose pliers to pull off any remaining pieces of grip.

Installing New Grips

Once all of the old grip material has been removed, you’re ready for installation of the new grip. Start by cleaning up any debris from where the old grip was removed using either sandpaper or emery cloth. Make sure all of it is removed so that nothing interferes with your new grip installation process.

Align your new grip with where you want it on your fishing rod and then begin carefully pushing down until it’s firmly seated in place. If possible, try not to use too much force as this may cause damage to either your reel seat or rod blank itself.

Finishing Touches

Once your new grip is firmly seated in place, there are a few more steps that should be taken before calling it done. Start by wrapping some thread locker around where the two pieces meet for added security – then add some super glue for an even stronger bond if desired.

Conclusion

Putting new grips on a fishing rod can be a great way to customize your experience while out on the water. By following these simple steps and using just a few basic tools, anyone can easily install their own custom grips on their rods with confidence knowing they won’t be coming off anytime soon!

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Daniel Bennet