For Immediate Release
ArmyBassAnglers is proud to officially welcome Crotalus Custom Rods into the elite lineup of partner brands supporting the mission to Support. Defend. Fish. The brand was founded by longtime ABA member Robert Richards, a true American patriot and the first-ever Multi-Species Force on Force Champion—bringing his battle-hardened experience and on-the-water expertise to every rod crafted.
Robert Richards’ legacy with ArmyBassAnglers spans over a decade, representing the core values of duty, dedication, and unshakable brotherhood. Now, through Crotalus Custom Rods, he’s taking that passion one step further—building rods that are precision-engineered for performance, proudly made in the USA, and forged from the same grit that defines our armed forces.
“Having Crotalus Custom Rods join the ABA family isn’t just a partnership—it’s a homecoming,” says Shawn Dalrymple, CEO of ArmyBassAnglers. “Robert is a true trailblazer, and now he’s building gear that reflects exactly what we’re all about—reliability, toughness, and results under pressure.”
Crotalus Custom Rods will be featured in upcoming Force on Force episodes on the Sportsman Channel as part of the Fishing for Freedom event and also ABA-sanctioned tournaments across the country.
This partnership not only brings another veteran-owned business into the ABA ecosystem—it reinforces our collective mission to give back to our warriors through outdoor therapy, competitive fishing, and unbreakable community support.
About ArmyBassAnglers:
ArmyBassAnglers is a coalition of elite military anglers with a mission to Support. Defend. Fish. Through national television exposure, tournament competition, and outreach initiatives like Fishing for Freedom, ABA supports and honors our veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.
About Crotalus Custom Rods:
Founded by combat veteran and fishing champion Robert Richards, Crotalus Custom Rods is dedicated to delivering premium-quality, hand-built rods crafted to meet the demands of serious anglers. Veteran-owned. Battle-tested. Field-proven.
