3 Types of Fishing Rods Every Fisher Should Have
One of the things our customers like most about fishing is that nearly everyone can do it. As long as you can bait a hook, cast a rod, and reel in when you get a bite, you can take part in one of America’s favorite pastimes. That said, most people feel there’s more to fishing that just catching fish. There’s an art to picking the right spot, baiting your hook just right, and finally hooking the fish you’re truly after. But even the best artists are only as good as their tools, which is why it’s always important to have the equipment you need to land the perfect catch. That’s why we’re taking this month’s blog posts to discuss the three types of fishing rods every fisher should have.
1. Casting Rods
We know them, you love them. Casting rods are a centerpiece in any angler’s collect; and for good reason. Designed for precision and control, casting rods are ideal for every skill level.
Precise Casting: Casting rods are some of the best rods for landing your hook exactly where you want it to be. As a result, these rods are perfect for a wide variety of environments, whether you’re trying to reach fish under a dilapidated dock or in underwater vegetation.
Versatility: Because these rods are so reliable, they can be used in almost any environment. Whether you’re fishing in a creek, pond, or Lake Michigan, casting rods are a versatile and reliable solution.
Strength and Durability: Because casting rods are designed to catch fish of all shapes and sizes, they’re one of the strongest and most reliable rods around.
2. Trolling Rods
Trolling rods are specifically designed (as you could guess) trolling. Trolling is a fishing technique where baited lines are dragged through the water behind a moving boat. This mimics the behaviors of prey fish that some of the largest fish in the local food chain look for. When you purchase a trolling rod, here’s what you can expect:
Unparalleled Strength: Trolling rods are some of the strongest rods out there. As you’d expect, bigger fish put up more of a fight, which means trolling rods need to be pretty strong to stay reliable. However, there’s another reason for this strength that people often forget. Dragging trolling lures through the water for hours at a time can place immense pressure on the rod, which could wear down weaker rods at a breakneck pace.
Flexibility: These rods have a flexible tip that can absorb the initial strike of a fish, reducing the chance of the hook pulling out.
Multiple Lines: Trolling rods are often used in setups that involve multiple lines. Their design accommodates various trolling techniques, such as downriggers and outriggers, allowing for a wider spread of bait.
3. Flyfishing Rods
In case you’re not already familiar, flyfishing rods are specialized rods for fly fishing, which is a technique that uses ultralight lures to mimic an insect on the water’s surface. As a result, flyflishing is primarily reserved for streams, creeks, and rivers. Here are some of the unique strengths of flyfishing rods:
Lightweight and Sensitive: Flyfishing rods are both lightweight and highly sensitive, allowing you to feel even the slightest nibble on your fly. This sensitivity is crucial for successful fly fishing, since the insects your bait mimics are much more delicate and lightweight than conventional bait.
Long Casting Distance: If you’ve ever tried to throw something extremely lightweight, then you know it usually won’t make it very far. That’s why flyfishing rods are specially designed for long-distance casting of even the lightest bait.
Variety of Actions: Flyfishing rods come in various lengths and actions, from slow to fast. This allows you to choose the best rod for your specific fishing conditions and target species, giving you level control that few other rods have.
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In life, work, and especially fishing, it’s always essential to have the right tool for the right job. That’s why we here at Slowen Outdoors offer a wide variety of fishing gear, from rods to lures to live bait. For more information about our diverse selection of fishing gear, drop by to see what we have in store. Or, simply click here to contact us today!
