Rinse your rod with fresh water after each session, especially in saltwater.
Use a loop of thread (a "quick-pull") to tuck the end of the thread under itself to secure it. How to Fix
If the guide is broken, cracked, or completely missing, you will need a replacement, thread, and epoxy. Rinse your rod with fresh water after each
Remove all old epoxy and thread, then gently sand the area. or completely missing
Apply a tiny amount of super glue (or epoxy) to the base of the guide where it meets the rod, and rotate it gently to ensure the glue spreads. Dry: Let it dry completely. Method 2: Replacing a Broken Guide