Custom Fly Rod Builds
& Repairs
About Marco Fly Rods
Fly fishing in Utah
Anglers in the West have improved their time on large and small waters with their custom built Marco Fly Rods.
Quality blanks, guides and hardware, combined with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Lake fishing in Arizona
I retired from a civil engineering practice about 6 years ago. I was raised in a family jewelry business which is where I established my manual dexterity and an eye for detail. Along the way, I started to remodel homes in the Houston area and began building fine furniture and built-ins for clients.
The combination of my experience led me to start building fly rods for myself and eventually others. I bring attention to detail from jewelry and furniture, while keeping an engineer’s eye on the function of the rod. If it does not perform, it doesn’t matter how pretty it is.
TESTIMONIALS
What Clients Say
I bought a Marco Cecala custom build last year and it is one of the finest rods in my collection. It’s a 5 weight that fishes and casts like a 6; beautiful, well-balanced and a flawless work of art. IMO, there isn’t a better rod builder in the country. Woody Wilson
I own a custom 5wt fly rod crafted by Marco, and it has been a joy to fish with on mid-sized streams. The craftsmanship is outstanding—other anglers frequently comment on its beauty and flawless construction. Working with Marco to choose colors and features tailored to my preferences was an exceptional experience. This rod is not only functional but a true work of art. I’m already looking forward to adding more of his rods to my collection.
AP, Arizona
FAQs
What type of rods do you build?
I build Carbon Fiber/Graphite and fiberglass rods. Primarily I build for Western waters which covers everything from large lakes and big fish down to tight mountain streams a long hike in.
How long does it take to build a rod?
An in-stock blank can go out in a couple of weeks. Some blanks take a long time to get and complex thread work and custom-turned grips can take longer. The wait is worth it. The biggest mistake is to try and get a rod built for an upcoming trip, deadlines are difficult due to time constraints and supply chain issues.
Are custom rods more expensive?
They are not. We cannot compete with a starter kit, but our custom builds start at $500.00 A fair price to get something you can’t find at the fly shop or just want something a bit different than what’s on the shelf.
Do you do repairs?
Absolutely! I do repairs and custom builds for several quality fly shops in the West. Repairs are easily sent to me as well.
Have questions? Feel free to email me at Marco@MarcoFlyrods.com
Gallery
A good fiberglass rod is a joy to fish
The end cap on this rod is fossilized caddis fly's in agate
Custom thread wraps really personalize a rod
The grip is cocobolo, and the reel seat is wenge
Multi-color guide wraps highlight the rod color as well as the reel seat
This is a soft touch carbon fiber grip on this custom graphite blank
The grip is a combination of cork and rubber. Durable with a great feel.
Giving the client a sneak peek of the completed reel seat, grip, winding check, and end cap before guide wrapping and assembly.
The client loves blue and purple. She really loves the easy casting feel of this fiberglass blank
I use agate stripping guides in all my rods, built by a good friend in Pennsylvania. All shooting guides are Snake Brand guides. The best in the business.
I turn my reel seats on a wood lathe. I'm used to it and can do it quickly