Kistler Rods
Tip Top Replacement Repair Kit
Your best price on a Kistler without retail markup.
The price of this Kistler if we sold in Big Box stores like BassPro or Academy.
Pickup available at Kistler Rods Factory
Usually ready in 4 hours
If you have a tip top ring that has popped out or been damaged, no problem, it's an easy fix. We will do our best to replace your old tip with a similar tip. In some cases, older models have been discontinued and parts are limited but we will provide the closest match as possible.
**You will receive a packet of TWO replacement tips with different sizes. This will help you choose the tip that best fits your rod model and have one for a spare.
KISTLER has moved away from the tiny Micro guides and is replacing those with MACRO (bigger than micro) or even Conventional sizes) due to the stronger nature of the larger frame, ring and gluing surface area.
Based on the power rating of your rod, this will determine what size we send you to replace your damaged tip.
Using the variations below to help you select the best size and color option for your rod.
Medium-Lite and Medium Power Rods = 1ML - 2M
Lite / Medium-Heavy and Medium-Heavy Power Rods = 3LMH - 4MH
Heavy and Extra-Heavy Power Rods = 5H - 6XH
Ex. My damaged rod label shows that the power rating is a Medium-Heavy and the tip frame color is black.
Answer: Select the 3LMH-4MH and Black option which will place your order for the item number NEWTIP-3LMH-4MH-BLACK
When you order your new replacement tip kit, we will have included the hot melt glue inside pieces inside the baggie so that you can quickly replace yourself using instructions below:
- Heat up old tip barrel 10 seconds. Then is plenty of heat when a hot melt glue has been used to affix your tip to your rod.
- Push old tip off with a pencil in the direction parallel to the graphite blank.
- If that didn't work it is because there is epoxy glue inside tip barrel so then just reheat tip barrel for an additional 15 seconds and then you should notice a little smoke (this is normal).
- Push old tip off with a pencil in the direction parallel to the graphite blank.
- Clean up the blank with a razor blade making it ready for new tip.
- Insert the hot melt glue into the barrel of the tip top.
- Hold new tip around the ring between index finger and thumb.
- Heat up barrel with cigarette lighter for only 5 seconds.
- Push tip barrel over graphite blank and align ring with first guide.
- Feel free to reheat if needed for only 4 seconds if realignment is needed or if you need to push down further onto the rod blank.
- Now Go Fishing!!!
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Fast and Reliable Shipping via UPS Ground 1-4 Days.
Returns & Exchanges
Use your Kistler! Not satisfied? FREE returns and exchanges within 30 days.
Warranty
Specs
Why Fish Kistler?
Building fishing rods in the USA since 1999.
Born in a Texas Garage
FAST
Getting your rod to your door in one piece - quickly and securely is our priority. That's why we ship every rod in a thick cardboard tube, securely wrapped in bubble wrap primarily using UPS Ground which reaches most U.S. locations in 1-4 days.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Bend Strong warranty. Every Kistler rod is covered under our 99.5% flawless bend-strong Limited Lifetime warranty. Learn more.
Free Returns & Exchanges on Stock Kistler rods, reels, gear, and apparel. Learn more
Hold Something Special. We design and source the best materials with the very best blank manufacturers around the world.
KISTLER carbon consists of our proprietary carbon patterns using 100% carbon fiber for maximum sensitivity and strength.
That's why we maintain a 5-star customer rating, with a 99.5% flawless performance of our fishing rods, as well as a "Bend Strong" warranty, should something ever happen.
Faith: Our faith in God influences all that we do, as a business and as individuals.
Family: The family that raised us taught us how to fish; how to work hard and follow our own path.
Excellence: Maybe it’s just how we were raised or how we are wired. But whatever we make, whatever we do, we want it to be the best.
Respect: The world just works better when people treat one another with mutual respect.
Veteran-owned and operated since 1999. Our company was born in a Texas garage. After Trey Kistler returned home from serving in the Gulf War, he went to work with his father building fishing rods. When his dad retired, Trey decided to blaze his own trail. He decided to make an exciting life for himself, his wife and four babies. He decided to create some solid American jobs. And he decided to try and catch as many fish as possible.
So he set himself to the task of making the best bass fishing rod out there. We, and Trey, wouldn’t have it any other way. If his family name is going to be on it, it’s going to be the best. Kistler products are excellent. Period. They are the most sensitive, the most responsive, the most trustworthy. When you hold one of our rods, you know you’re holding something special.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Good in saltwater?
Yes, 100%. We suggest you taking care to rinse and wipe off saltwater after use.
Can you give me a rod recommendation?
You bet! Chat with us in the bottom right corner (chat box). Or fill out the form here.
Can I use Kistlers for Crappie, Walleye, or other species of fish?
Yes, absolutely. Use our search feature to select your "Species other than bass" and recommended rods therein. Shop and Filter
Can I hold a Kistler in a store?
We are 99% direct-to-consumer and have few retail locations selling Kistler rods or reels. We recommend you purchase a Kistler online and try it out! If you don't like it, return it or exchange it for FREE.
Or, come to our shop in Magnolia, TX!
What's your Return policy?
Always FREE returns and Exchanges within 30 days. We want you to try your KISTLER. If you're not satisfied, we'll exchange it or let you return it for FREE. Learn More
What about your Warranty?
We have one of the best-in-class warranties around. We call it our "Bend-Strong" warranty. It's clear as day, and shows you what to expect if something happens to your Kistler. Learn More.
