How to clean/maintain rod and reels after each trip? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

rxfletes · 05-13-2013, 07:33 AM

After every trip I wash down all my rods with a car soapy mix and a soft spongy. Then air dry them in the back yard. I do this as soon as I get home, I think not waiting is the key. 8 years out my gear still looks good. I always have a fresh bottle of water on hand to wash down the reels as soon as I am done. Then a quick swipe down. This is what works for me hope it helps.

05-13-2013, 07:33 AM	#6
rxfletes Junior Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 8	After every trip I wash down all my rods with a car soapy mix and a soft spongy. Then air dry them in the back yard. I do this as soon as I get home, I think not waiting is the key. 8 years out my gear still looks good. I always have a fresh bottle of water on hand to wash down the reels as soon as I am done. Then a quick swipe down. This is what works for me hope it helps.