I have, with monotonous regularity, declined offers of inferior blanks and components. Instead I have remained loyal to client expectations and utilise only the finest quality blanks and components available. No look-alikes are ever used.

Blanks & components are almost all sourced from either UK or USA. The main exception being the tried and tested FUJI ranges or the superb, Everol ball bearing roller guides.

I use reputable UK manufacturers such as CONOFLEX & CENTURY. Manufacturers used from USA include AFTCO, WINTHROP, PACIFIC BAY.

Top quality threads by GUDEBROD with finished coatings by FLEX COTE ensure the final rod is of the highest standard.

Should you, as the angler, prefer alternate, quality blanks or components be used for your build I am normally in a position to source them although this may take a little extra time.

Regardless your preferred style of saltwater fishing I have the adaptability in the workshop to accomodate your needs. All of my rods are individually built to order after discussions with the client on preferences be that reel seat positions or style, grip type or length, type of guide, rod length, colour schemes and the likes. If parts are in stock the build time is normally around 2 - 4 weeks but this may be extended should requested parts have to be imported or a special order placed.

Based on many years of feedback from serious, experienced anglers I have some rod ranges, such as the Alba Powerstick, which are proven in their choice of blank and components however even these can be adapted to suit your own custom requirements.

I also have some serious specialist rods for catfish, saltwater fly up to 15 weight, heavy saltwater spinners, single handed baitcasters and even kite rods.

At the time of writing, Alba Rods have been sold into some 14 countries and used to land just about every species from brook trout, to Nile perch, to great white shark.

Multiple IGFA World line class records have been landed on Alba rods.