8 Reasons Why I Joined Team Cashion


When it comes to my partnerships / sponsors, etc, I have fished for some great ones through the years but last year, I took a HUGE step back to think hard about how I can be the best for myself, my family, my beliefs, and the partners I can also call friends but also provide something in return to those that believe in me.

I spent a lot of time nailing down where I wanted to land and who I wanted to work with for the fishing part of my “job”.

I put “job” in quotes because it never really feels like work when I work with rad folks.

Simply put, I landed where I was meant to.

My youngest and I spent the day back in July with the folks at Cashion Fishing Rods at their factory in Sanford, North Carolina. Not far from where I have family and close to places I remember frequenting as a kid with my Parents.

Right here in the beautiful state I call home.

Quality, craftsmanship, and dedication to staying American-Made right here in my own backyard.

A no brainer.

Here’s 8 reasons why I joined Team Cashion to fish my heart out, create rad things, and keep cranking on building this thing I call a job…

Cashion Fishing Rods have built a reputation for being some of the best on the market because they combine high-performance engineering with thoughtful, angler-focused design.

1. American-Made Quality

  • Every rod is designed, rolled, and built in Sanford, North Carolina.

  • This full in-house manufacturing means tight quality control and a consistent product, something many big-name brands can’t match.

2. Proprietary Carbon Fiber Blanks Made in Sanford, North Carolina

  • Cashion uses a unique, aerospace-grade carbon fiber pre-preg that gives their rods an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.

  • The result: rods that are feather-light yet incredibly sensitive, so you can feel the faintest bites.

3. Sensitivity Is Off the Charts

  • Their blanks and handle materials transmit vibrations extremely well.

  • You’ll feel bottom composition changes, subtle taps, and even bait movement, giving you a competitive edge.

4. Advanced Handle Technology

  • Instead of traditional cork or EVA foam, Cashion uses a carbon fiber weave grip that’s durable, lightweight, and impervious to UV, water, and temperature changes.

  • This ensures a consistent, tacky grip whether your hands are wet, cold, or sweaty.

5. Purpose-Built for Technique

  • Cashion offers technique-specific series (cranking, flipping, finesse, etc.) where each rod is tuned for optimal length, action, and power.

  • This takes the guesswork out of matching your rod to your style of fishing.

6. Lightweight but Strong Hardware

  • Premium Fuji guides and reel seats keep weight down without sacrificing durability.

  • Smooth line flow means longer, more accurate casts.

7. Durability That’s Proven on the Water

  • These rods hold up to years of tournament abuse.

  • Anglers report fewer breakages and a long “like new” feel, even after hard use.

8. Backed by Real Anglers

  • Cashion rods are designed by people who fish — not just engineers.

  • They’re tested in real-world conditions before hitting shelves.



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