Fly Fishing Rods – Which One Should I Get?

It’s easy to be confused when choosing fly fishing rods, especially with the wide range of options available. So, we’ll share some tips and pointers to help you make an informed choice to make fly fishing more enjoyable and fun:

  • Decide on a budget – From there, you can get the best rod that is affordable to you. It makes sense to spend around twice as much on the rod as the reel, as that’s what can help you build your fly-fishing skills.
  • It depends on where you will fish – New to fly fishing? Consider fishing rods that are versatile and appropriate for where you want to fish often. A nine-foot rod for a five-weight line is usually a good, versatile rod for trout and fishing in a mix of rivers, creeks, and lakes. For smaller lakes, an eight-and-a-half, five-weight, or a 9-foot 4-weight should suffice.
  • Consider a medium, medium-fast, or fast action rod – It’s neither too soft nor too stiff, and they’re generally easy to cast. Fast action rods make sense if you’re fishing on windy and big rivers, and medium action should suffice for smaller rivers.

Some reminders

Fly fishing is a sport of opinions and your unique preferences and beliefs. So, keep in mind that there are no right or wrong fishing rods. That said, if a rod feels off and it doesn’t make you satisfied with fly fishing, then you should get another one. Moreover, your preference for a rod may change over time, so you don’t have to stick to just one. As you enjoy fly fishing more and you’re up to building your rods collection, you can build a collection with different lengths, line weights, brands, and actions, and make adjustments as you go along.

Should you need more fly fishing rods, RiverBum is your one-stop-shop. We carry a wide range of products in different price ranges, from top manufacturers and brands like TFO, Risen, Reilly Rod Crafters, and Maxxon.

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