Fly Fishing Rods
Posted by admin on Jul 26, 2010
One important part of fly fishing is the rod. A fishing rod or also called the fishing pole is always associated with the sport called angling. Choosing the right rod for your fly fishing experience is very important. The right combination of reel and rod also matters heavily as well.
There are several types of fishing rods to choose from but for fly fishing specifically, the rods are longer, thinner and more flexible. One reason why fly rods are meant to weigh light is because rods made like this are the only ones that can cast even the lightest fly. So, you have to realize that the overall characteristic of a fly rod should be lightweight. Also for casting, the line used works together with the weight of the rod, the weight of the line acts as a helper to how the rod is able to cast the fly.
Next, the material of a fly rod varies too. Most of the rods today are made of composite materials such as carbon and graphite, carbon and boron or fiberglass materials; a more innovative version compared to the original bamboo split material. As for the sizes, you have choices between the #0 sizes to the #16 ones. You’ll have to decide first what size of species you want to catch, the type of water condition where you’ll be fishing, the wind and of course the weight of the line before selecting the the type of rod.
The #0 rods are usually used for the smallest species from freshwater, while the #16 rods are for larger ones on saltwater seas. Also, in selecting the type of rod you want to use for fly fishing, familiarize first the parts of it because unlike other types of rod, fly rods don’t have the usual handle extending just right below the reel although there are rods that have very little handle too. The reason for this is to prevent from any casting interference.
These are the primary qualities you may want to take note of before getting yourself the fly rod you want. Don’t forget to make sure, above all else, that you are comfortable with the type of rod you will be using. Don’t get the extremely long rod if you can’t even handle it yourself.
Shareen Aguilar
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Fishing Rods?
Hi,
I’m looking to start fishing as soon as the weather gets good (may take a while!). I’ve done minimal amounts of fishing in the past, but I’m planning on getting into more seriously – Possibly two / three times a month minimum.
Where do I start? What rod should I get (I plan on going to the pools near to where I live – carp, pike, chub etc)? What’s the most I should be looking to spend?
For carp and pike get 2 identical rods 11ft -12 ft 2lb test curve.
Get yourself a rod pod too, so that you can fish them both at the same time and cover more water.
For chub, a fairly strong float rod or a quiver-tip leger rod will be suffice unless you’re going for the real monsters.
Tackle prices have come down a lot due to manufacture in the far east, but I still reckon that you get what you pay for. Something in the £75 – £100 bracket should get you a nice rod.
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Not sure what kinda reel you have, but …….A medium-heavy action rod would suit you fine. Something that can handle 10-20lb line unless you are going after huge pike. I am a big fan of a longer rod, so I’d prefer something at least 6′6" long. You dont need xtra high end IM7 graphite or anything, so you should be able to find a rod for under $30.
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well for the pike i would use the MH (medium heavy) rod as well as a spinning reel (because they are easier to use than baitcast), look for one around 50$ or if your budget allows higher. Rod-wise i would expect the rod to be around 70$ or more if you want one that works well. Get a 7 foot St. Croix Triumph. For the carp youre gonna need a heavy rod because man, do those fish fight. Pike and carp arent line shy so visibility on the line wont be a problem, go with power pro 30 lb to start and if you need heavier lb test or lighter its easy to switch because the spinning reels usually come with an extra spool so you can switch for each fish. Lures for pike usually consist of a lot of spoons (i suggest Northland Jaw Breakers or dare devele. Choose any pattern or color you like or you can ask locals what works but they all work) And dont find yourself spending over 300$ on this stuff. YOu wont know the difference between nice fishing stuff and regular until you have tested them out and have fished for a while. GOOD FISHIN
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hey if you are looking for a good rod that isn’t an expensive rod but in fact still a good rod, get you a heavy action shakespear ugly stick. you might of hear a lot of garbage about the ugly stick. i think that the ones that dump on the ugly stick think that more the money you spend the better the rod you end up with. in a way that is true, but if you are just wanting a great rod that is durable and inexpensive..the shakespear ugly stick it the way to go. all depending on the size of fish you are targeting depends on the action that you are looking for. for good sized fish but not MONSTERS god with a medium action. if the fish are huge like i know that alot of carps get well past 20 lbs get you a heavy action rod. that is the best advice that i can give you about a good rod that doesn’t caust a small fortune. i have had years and years of experience with shakeapears products and the ugly stick have been the most impresive. i am working on my forth rod and i still have the other three and all of them are still in great working condition. i just have a different type of reel on each rod. go ahead and get you an uly stick….you will love it i promise. have fun good luck and good fishin
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Well, in all honesty you said the key words, carp and pike. I’m not familiar with pike, but I’m pretty sure they will put up a good fight. However, Carp do put up a pretty hard fight from my experience. I would start out with Shimano or Quantam Spinning reel that could spool 12 to 14 pound mono with no problems and I would put that reel on a 6′6" Skakespeare ugly stick in the medium heavy category. I would got with the graphite ugly stick if the regular ugly stick feels too heavy for you. Hold it first before you buy and make sure if feels comfortable. Last, go fishing and have fun. Tight lines to you.
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