The Rod's Story

True Western Living Since 1976

Founded in 1976, Rod’s is a family owned business dedicated to True Western Living. Based in Central Ohio and shipping around the globe, True Western isn’t just a brand – it’s a way of life. At Rod’s we value our principles of faith, family, hard work, truthfulness and freedom which guide us daily. Rod’s has been the western authority in the Midwest for 48 years.

The All American Quarter Horse Congress is one of the reasons Rod’s opened in Ohio. The business has successfully grown over the years through its physical locations, shows, catalogs, and online storefront. In the early 90's Rod's launched the mail order catalog and online operation Rods.com, offering our customers even more convenience they need at their fingertips. Customers enjoy easy ordering all around the world. Our eCommerce and store operations are better than ever and Rod's continues to be a major sponsor and retailer at the All American Quarter Horse Congress as well as several regional shows in the Midwest.

We invite you to visit our two Rod’s Columbus locations on Silver Drive and Polaris Fashion Place and we are always open at Rods.com. You can find everything western including Boots, Jeans, Hats, Apparel, Home, Tack and more. Come navigate the road of True Western Living, together with us!

Quarter Horse Congress

We set up our first booth at the All American Quarter Horse Congress in 1976 and opened the doors to our retail store in Columbus, OH on Silver Drive.

First Quarter Horse Congress Ad

One of Rod’s first ads featuring some of the western apparel, boots and tack brands that we carried at the time and many we still carry today!

Tack Quarter Horse Congress

We expanded the store and increased our Congress booth presence.

Rod's Catalogs

In the early 90's, Rod's launched the mail order catalog which continued 29 years. Up until 2021, we mailed millions of catalogs every year.

Rods Website

We started our website in 1996 and Rod’s was one of the first western retailers on the internet.

Bedding & Home

In the late 90s, we launched our Rod’s bedding brand as well as our western home department. Today we carry a wide assortment of bedding and over 50 exclusive designs found only at Rods!

The Equine Affaire

In 1997, Rod’s proudly participated in the Equine Affaire for the first time, an event that we continue to attend as a retailer and support as a corporate sponsor to this day!

Tack Barn

In 2011, we opened our Tack Barn store adjacent to our main store on Silver Drive.

The Rod's Warehouse

In 2015, we expanded our warehouse facilities to support our growing online business.

Polaris Store

In 2023, we opened our second Rod’s store location at Polaris Fashion Place.

Rod's Staff

Over the years, Rod’s dedicated staff have stood as the cornerstone of our company, with many employees proudly dedicating 35 years or more to the company. With Rod's unwavering commitment to faith, family and True Western Living, these values resonate deeply within our culture, shaping every aspect of who we are and what we stand for.

Rod's Staff Old Pics

Rod’s will continue to be your source for everything western. You can rely on us to deliver our brand promise of True Western Living.

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