About St. Croix Rods β Crafting Legendary Fishing Rods Since 1948
Our Heritage
Born on the banks of Wisconsinβs St. Croix River, weβve spent 75+ years perfecting rod-building artistry. What began as a small family operation is now recognized globally as the “Best Rods on Earth” (Field & Stream).
Made in America
π Park Falls, WI Facility:
200+ master craftsmen
58 patented technologies
100% rod assembly in USA
Solar-powered production
Engineering Philosophy
π¬ Precision Over Profit:
7-stage blank inspection process
Hand-applied guide wraps (12 tension checks)
72-hour cure epoxy bonding
Proven Performance
π By the Numbers:
27 Bassmaster Classic wins
9 IGFA world records
92% pro angler adoption rate
Sustainability Commitment
π± Eco-Innovations:
65% recycled carbon fiber usage
Zero-landfill manufacturing
Habitat restoration partnerships
The St. Croix Difference
β No Compromise Materials β Aerospace-grade composites
β Tournament-Validated β Tested in 50+ countries
β Generational Quality β 15-year warranty standard
Meet the Team
π¨βπ§ Jeff Schluter β 3rd-gen rod designer
π©βπ£ Sarah Nguyen β Lead field tester
π§βπΌ Mark Johnson β Customer service 28+ years
Visit Us
π Factory Tours:
Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM CST
π Pro Advice Hotline: 1-800-826-7042