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Fly-Fishing Tackle • Fly-Fishing Tips
Fly-fishing is an angling method that uses a lightweight, artificial fly,
a long, flexible rod, a specially-designed fly line, and a fly reel.
For successful fly casting results, these fly-fishing components should
be selected to complement each other and work in harmony.
Fly fishers use the weight and design of the line to cast the fly quickly
and efficiently, without reeling in the line between casts. Although
the fly-fishing method was originally devised to catch trout, today's fly
fishermen catch game fish such as bass, salmon, and tarpon as well.
Fly rods are 7-foot-long to 10-foot-long fishing rods designed especially
for fly-fishing. Most fly rods are made from a graphite composite
material but some older rods are made from fiberglass or bamboo.
A fly rod enables you to catch fish by casting a weighted line with an
artificial fly tied to the end. Good quality fly rods let you
control the distance and landing action of the fly and also let you
control the line without disturbing the fly's drift on the water.
Fly rods are designed to let you sense a strike, set the hook, and fight
and land the fish. Fly rod manufacturers must compromise between
sensitivity, flexibility, and strength, so no one fly rod is ideal for
all aspects of fly-fishing.
When choosing a fly rod, there are several important factors to consider. First of all, it's important to have a budget in mind. A good-quality rod will cost between $150 and $250. In some cases, a rod will be sold as part of a fly-fishing "outfit," which means that it will come with a reel and fly line.
Second, you'll want to determine what kind of fish you are planning to catch. The type of fish you plan on catching — and the waters you are fishing in — will determine the optimum length, flexibility, and strength of the rod. An experienced salesperson should be able to tell you what kind of fly rod to buy, based on the type of fish you are going after.
You should also determine the distance at which you'll be fishing, as well as your casting ability. Be honest with the salesperson about your experience, because it should factor in to the type of rod you buy.
The action of a fly rod is rated as slow, medium, or fast. Slow action rods are very flexible along their entire length. Medium action rods are flexible near their middle; they are a versatile choice for beginners. Fast action rods bend near their tip. We hope you enjoy browsing this FlyRods.us website, which features convenient access to selected fly rod manufacturers, fly reel designers, and fly-fishing information.
Fly Rod Manufacturers
- R. L. Winston Rod Company
Designer and manufacturer of custom fly-fishing rods since 1929.
www.WinstonRods.com - St. Croix Rods
Premier maker of handcrafted fishing rods for over 50 years.
www.StCroixRods.com - Redington
Manufacturer of rods, reels, and apparel for saltwater and freshwater anglers, spin casters, and fly fishermen.
www.Redington.com
Fly-Fishing Reels
- Tibor Reels
Florida-based designer and manufacturer of quality fly reels.
www.TiborReel.com - Gilmore Reel
Manufactures precision engineered and machined fly-fishing reels.
www.GilmoreReel.com
Fly-Fishing Resource
- American Museum of Fly-Fishing
This organization is a steward of the history, traditions, and practices of the sport of fly fishing and promotes the conservation of its waters.
www.AMFF.com
Related Fishing Sites
- Fishing Reels - freshwater and saltwater reels.
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