Creek Life Lure Co.
Hand Made 5ft Ultra Light Rod "The Hickory Twig"
Hand Made 5ft Ultra Light Rod "The Hickory Twig"
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Handmade Creek Rods – Now Open for Pre-Orders
Because of the growing popularity of our handmade fishing rods, we simply can’t keep up with demand—they sell out faster than we can make them! To better serve everyone asking for these rods, we’re now opening pre-orders so you can reserve yours ahead of time.
Each rod is hand-built in small batches, crafted one at a time. Every detail—from the carved handle to the balanced action—is made to reflect the heart of true creek fishing.
Custom Handle Options:
You can request any hand-carved wooden design for your handle (as long as it’s possible to carve). Every handle is shaped, sanded, and finished by hand to your liking.
Lead Time:
Due to high demand, current lead times average 6–10 weeks, depending on materials, weather, and shop workload. Sometimes a little less, sometimes a little more—but always worth the wait.
Interested in Ordering?
Reach out to us through any of our social platforms or email:
creeklifelureco@outlook.com
🎣 Current Rod Offerings
• Micro Fishing Optic Rod – Horn Handle (Hand Spool)
• Micro Fishing Optic Rod – Carved Wood Handle (Hand Spool)
• Extra Ultra Light Optic Spinning Rod aka Grass Light
• Ultra Light Fiber Spinning Rod
• -2 + Weight Fiber Fly Fishing Rod
• Medium/Heavy Fiber Rods (for Carp, Catfish, & Bass)
Customization Notes:
We can add a reel seat to the Hand Spool models upon request.
Keep in mind these rods are designed primarily for hand-line fishing—they can still work with a reel, but won’t cast quite as far.
Hickory Twig – 5' Ultralight Finesse Rod
By Creek Life Lure Co.
• 4.5-5ft in length and 3 pieces
• The rod is a solid blank that is tapered by hand
• The wooden handle is carved by hand
Rod Specs
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Length | 5 feet |
| Rod Material | Solid Glass Fiber |
| Action | Slow (whippy from tip to middle) |
| Power | Ultra-Light |
| Pieces | 3-Piece |
| Line Weight | 1–8 lb |
| Lure Weight | 1/64 oz – 1/6 oz |
| Guides | 5+Tip stainless steel ceramic ring micro guides |
| Handle | Custom hand crafted wood |
| Reel Seat | DPS-style exposed barrel reel seat with stainless steel hoods |
| Weight | Approx. 2.8 oz (varies slightly) |
Story
Like the twig that snaps back when you let it fly, the Hickory Twig is built to bend—but never break. Crafted from solid optical glass and tuned to the lightest hand, this 5-foot rod flexes like a sapling in spring wind. It ain’t made for showboatin’—this is a true creek rod for flickin' micro plastics, hair jigs, and crickets into deep pockets and shady shoals. If you can’t feel the bite on this twig, there ain’t a fish.
Ideal For:
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Finesse presentations in creeks and blue lines
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Micro swimbaits, trout magnets, 1/64–1/6 oz jigs
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Panfish, trout, creek bass, and anything else that flinches
A Rod Forged Between Worlds
At Creek Life Lure Co., we believe every great rod carries a story. This one begins with a bond between us and a longtime friend and skilled artisan in the heart of Indonesia, where micro fishing isn't just a pastime... it’s a way of life.
Crafted by hand and guided by tradition, these rods are born from the same waters that fuel one of the most vibrant micro fishing cultures in the world. In Indonesia, tournaments draw passionate anglers by the hundreds, rivaling, even surpassing, the energy of our own bass circuits here in the States. It’s a place where finesse and precision aren’t optional, they’re the standard.
In a rare and meaningful partnership, we've joined forces with this humble craftsman to bring that level of excellence across the ocean. The result is a rod that captures every heartbeat of the fight, built with extreme sensitivity, featherlight power, and a soul steeped in generations of angling knowledge.
This is more than gear, it’s a cultural exchange in every cast. A bridge between Appalachian creeks and tropical rivers. A shared respect for the water, the fish, and the art of the catch.
Hold one, and you’ll feel the difference. Fish with it, and you’ll understand the legacy.
Customer Reviews
I got one of these rods for stream fishing multi species and let me just say! It performs flawlessly! The backbone this rod has is insane! I was able to reel in everything from small sunfish to half pound smallmouth bass against the current with ease! The solid optic blank gives piece of mind when setting the hook so the rod doesn’t feel like it’s too fragile! When they become available get one as soon as you can!
I knew that I was going to love this rod but I truly didn’t expect it to be so so nice!! The carving is BEAUTIFUL and it’s the best ultralight rod I own. I have fished with it several times already and this will be the only rod I use from now on.
I have been in the market for a short ultralight rod for quite some time. My very first ultralight rod was one I’d purchased from Japan, but unfortunately it broke and since been discontinued. As I searched, I found out Creek Life Lure Co was selling just the kind of rod I was looking for. The rod was scheduled to arrive the day after it shipped, however USPS held it late In Charlotte for nearly a week, building the suspense and anticipation for a quality multi species trip. Once it arrived, I eagerly unwrapped the packaging, which was securely taped inside a rod tube. My wife was in front of me and could see my huge smile and once I glimpsed the wooden grip, I was lost for words. The rod is gorgeous. I played with it around the house all night afterwards and the next several days as I had to work. This weekend came and I woke up at the crack of dawn to really test this rod against some post-spawning Redbreast Sunfish. Attached was a 1/16 oz tungsten jig and Creek Life Lure CO’s Micro Stonefly in the Longear color. In just one morning, I caught 42 Redbreast Sunfish, 8 Bluegills, and 4 juvenile Largemouth Bass. This rod is an absolute joy to fish. It’s now my favorite rod and I will be keeping it in the car for any and all fishing trips. I can’t recommend it more!
