How To Choose The Right Fishing Rod

Nothing is more important to a fisherman than his rod. However, for the beginner fisherman it can be difficult to determine what rod will work best for them. So I've taken the time to create this blog post to hopefully shine some light on fishing rods, and more importantly, how to choose the right one for you.

Fishing rods are almost always made from some type of carbon. These can be carbon-based plastics, carbon composites combined with Kevlar, or just high density carbon. Because carbon is relatively light and yet very strong it's a great material to use with fishing rods. This is because fishing rods need to be light. The lighter fishing rod, the easier it is to handle, controlling it is less tiring on the arm muscles, and they're also easier to cast.

Fishing rods also have rings made from chrome, silicon carbide, or ceramic. These rings let the fishing line pass through them, and they're made from these materials to give a friction free surface for the line. As to what type of rod you should get with what type of ring, the silicon-based rings are always going to be the best, but they're the most expensive. Ceramic rings are the second best, and chrome rings are a good alternative to pick if you can't find the other two.

When you're trying to figure out the length of the rod you want to use, you need to take into account the type of fishing that you are going to be engaging in. If you're going to be fishing far away from the boat or where you're standing, you should get a longer rod because this will give you better control when reeling in the fish. If you're going to be fishing in a small area you should get a smaller rod. A general rule of thumb for the best rod size for all types of fishing is about 13 feet.

Rod handles are to made either from foam or they are going to be made from cork. However, it doesn't really matter what type of handle you choose. It really comes down to a matter of personal preference. You should go to your local fishing shopping try handling both types of materials so you can see which one you like before actually purchasing a rod.

Action is the term used in fishing to describe how the rod will bend when it is placed under effort and strain from a fighting fish. Some fishermen like their rod to have a lot of action, while others prefer a stiffer rod. You won't really know which type you prefer until you get out there and actually begin to fish. So before purchasing a rod on your own, it is recommended that you tag along with the fishing buddy and try out various types of rods for yourself.