Choosing Your Fly Fishing Rod
There are several things that you need to think about when choosing the right type of rod
for you. Every reel and rod has a certain function that you need to be aware of.
One of the first things that you need to consider is comfort. Is the rod that you're using
comfortable for you to hold? If you're shorter than about 5'5" you won't want to use a rod
that is seven feet. Choose a rod length that is easy for you to hold and cast for a few hours
at a time.
Most of the rods on the market today are designed to allow you to feel when a fish bites.
The shaft of the rod is called a "blank" and when the rod is first manufactured the blank is
made from fiberglass, graphite, or other materials. Each of these blanks has an action that
is either: light, medium, medium/heavy, or heavy. The upper portion will also have an
action that is either: extra light, light, or regular.
Both ends of the blank are assembled and the final result is a fishing rod, complete with a
handle and guide. No matter what type of rod that you're using, the "action" of the rod will
refer to the "blank". The action of the rod will have a great deal to do with the type of
fishing that you're doing.
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