[header] How to clean a fly fishing rod [title] Wet the cork. [step] You can do this with either a wet cloth or paper towel, or by putting the grip under running water. [title] Apply the cleaning solution to the rod grip. 
[step] Acceptable cleaners include a bleach solution (including liquid sink cleaners), dish or hand soap, toothpaste, rubbing alcohol, or pine cleaner. You can apply the cleaner in small amounts at a time using a sponge, a washcloth, or toothbrush.