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Selecting the Right Fly Rod
By Robert Russ Smith
Selecting Your Fly Rod
Many fly fishermen believe Fly Fishing is an art more then a sport. It is one of the most exciting ways to catch fish and also have some quite time on the river, fly fishermen think of what they do as a work of art. The talent and Skill that fly fishing requires is deserving of this status. Fly fishing is a great deal more involved than regular fishing, and it takes practice and dedication to become efficient at the sport of fly fishing. The majority of fly fishermen will tell you, nonetheless, that it is positively worth the time and effort that is required. Once you have the fortune of having a fish hit your fly just before it reaches the end of a drift you will be hooked too!
While gaining experience and knowledge on how to fly fish, or even if you have tried fly fishing for some time, having the appropriate fly fishing rod is key to your success and enjoyment. There are a number of fly fishing rod types on the market, bamboo, graphite, fiberglass are the most popular, and which one you decide to use should be based on what type of fishing your intending to do. The right rod will be one that is comfortable to use, matches your fly fishing techniques, and the types of waters you intend to fish.
Bamboo Fly Fishing Rods
Bamboo fly fishing rods were one of the first fly fishing rods Built and used, their popularity for this reason is understandable and explains while they are still being made. Bamboo fishing rods are light and flexible they have a smooth slow action making them popular with those who practice a more polished method of fly fishing. Many fly fishing enthusiasts will tell you a lot of good things about bamboo fly fishing rods. A lot of fly fishermen swear by them they feel they are the best type of fly fishing rod made. Bamboo fly fishing rods do have a lot of positive features and this may lead many to believe that they are the best type out there, just remember this is their personal opinion base on their fishing style. The making of a bamboo fly fishing rod is a complicated and exact process; this reason tends to make them the one of the more expensive fly fishing rods out there.
Graphite Fly Fishing Rods
Fly fishing rods made of graphite seem to be a little stiffer, but this does not mean that they are any less valuable. The graphite fly fishing rod is a very strong fly fishing rod, (“strength can vary depending on its quality”). The graphite rods have good performance and resilience and are able to take more abuse then the bamboo rods. Graphite rods vary in price and design, so picking out the right graphite rod for you will be a matter of your personal choice and your budget.
Fiberglass Fishing Rods"
Many fishing rods made today are made of fiberglass weather they are used for (regular) fishing or (fly) fishing. Fiberglass is a perfect material for fishing rods as it is strong, durable, and flexible, the one draw back to fiberglass rods is that the tend to be a little heavier. This could mean that when your done fishing for the day that your arm may be tired and sore. I believe that especially for the beginner the fiberglass rod is an excellent choice due to its strength and being able to take a lot more punishment from the inexperienced fly fisherman. The fiberglass rod is a popular choice for many fly fishermen due to these facts and is one of the more affordable choices on the market today.