Mar 24 2008
Part 2 Of Trout Fishing How To Information
Today’s post is a continuation of an article I wrote called, “Techniques, Tips and Trout Fishing How To”, which can be found at Ezine articles. In it, we were discussing the different aspects of trout fishing, and were looking at the different kinds of rods used in trout fishing.
So, to continue where we left off:
Those wanting to learn more about basic trout fishing how to, here’s your first bit of knowledge to get you started. There are 3 main types of fly rods - Cane, Fiberglass, and Graphite, so let’s see what each one does differently from the rest.
Cane rods were very popular in the early years of this last century. People enjoyed the smooth natural feel of the wood, but after casting out into the water all day fishing they could get pretty weighty, which was a drawback.
Fiberglass is fairly popular among some people today. There are fishermen who won’t use anything else because they feel their fly fishing is greatly enhanced with the fiberglass rod.
But by far, the Graphite is the most popular because of their ease in use by being lighter, as well as outlasting the others. The size weight is measured from zero to sixteen, of course the 16 being the biggest. For your trout number, five is about perfect. Going up or down depending on fish size.
I recommend for the average, all around size, anywhere between a 5 to a 7. Also, rods come in a range from soft to fast action. In a strong wind your medium is about right. So, for the beginner, probably the medium fast will work best for you.
You’ll find the Reels in 3 popular sizes as well, going from small, mid, to large arbor. Your large arbor can crank in more line faster, but it can also build up to the side, messing you up unless you are an experienced fly fisher. So, for the beginner again, the medium would work best for you.
One last note in this trout fishing how to information session, there is a rating for reel weight lines. In other words, be sure your rod and reel match. Don’t use components made from plastic if possible. A disc drag is much more desireable. If you’re left handed be sure the reel is properly set so you can crank with your right hand.
I hope you have enjoyed the rest of the article, and if you have a genuine love for trout fishing, make sure you check out this great trout fishing guide that we recommend for anyone who wants to get an edge.