Fly Fishing Rods Articles & Videos

• How do I Tie a Fly Fishing Rod?

  Tying a fly fishing rod involves using specialized knots to connect the various lines associated with the fly rod. Fly line backing is connected to the main line, followed by a leader. Sometimes, the connections between the leader and tippe… read more

• How to String a Fly Fishing Rod

  Fly fishing has been around since Roman times. Employing artificial lures or flies, no live or dead bait is used. Fly fishing utilizes equipment that's different from common fishing equipment, and therefore it requires a different technique… read more

• How to Identify Bamboo Fly Fishing Rods

  Bamboo fly rods were once the pinnacle of technology in the fly-fishing world. Today, bamboo fly rods are highly prized and sought-out classics, worthy of collection and use. Many of the bamboo rods from years past still exist and are fully… read more

• How to Find the Backbone in a Fly Fishing Rod

  Finding the backbone of a fly rod is part of the initial process involved when building a fly rod. As the rod blank is being made during the manufacturing process, a rigid side will form opposite a flexible side. The spine, or backbone, is… read more

• How to Find the Backbone in a Flyfishing Rod

  Flyfishing rods are the tools of choice for many anglers when fishing for a variety of freshwater and saltwater fish species. Taking their passion for the sport to the next level, some anglers choose to make their own custom rods. The rod b… read more

• How to Make a Fly Fishing Rod

  Building a fly fishing rod requires advanced skills and practice. Rod building requires detailed work and accuracy is imperative for creating a functional piece of equipment. Beginners can find kits with all of the parts required but advanc… read more

• How to Pick a Fly-Fishing Rod to Fit

  Deciding how to pick a fly-fishing rod to fit your fishing purpose can seem like a daunting task. The market is full of fly-fishing rods, and anglers rarely have the opportunity to go fishing with the rod before making a purchase. The numer… read more

• Types of Fly Fishing & Fly Fishing Rods

  Types of fly fishing are divided into two general categories with several subcategories within each. The general freshwater and saltwater categories include every species of fish that fly anglers target, but some of the species within each… read more

• How to Choose a Fly Fishing Rod

  A fly rod can make the difference between catching a few fish and catching lots of fish. Fly rods come in a variety of materials including graphite and bamboo. There are several different aspects to consider during the selection process, ho… read more

• The Best American-Made Fly Fishing Rods

  Many of the fishing products today are made in foreign countries with the fly rod market being one of the few exceptions. Several companies manufacture fly rods exclusively in the United States while others have combination of foreign and d… read more

• Fly Fishing Rod Components

  Fly rods are comprised of several components that combine to create often highly specialized tools for catching a wide range of freshwater and saltwater sport fish. Available in various lengths, weights and materials, fly rods can range in… read more

• Parts of a Fly Fishing Rod

  Fly fishing is defined by its iconic rod, which is supposed to represent a graceful, slim extension of the fly-fisherman's arm. The fly-fishing rod gives its user the ability to place a near-weightless artificial fly on the surface of the w… read more

• How to Rig a Fly Fishing Rod

  Fly fishing anglers can pursue a multitude of freshwater species thanks to advancements in fly fishing tackle. With lightweight rods and reels, anglers can cast all day with little fatigue and land that trophy of a lifetime on this speciali… read more

• How to Compare Spey Fly Fishing Rods

  Spey fly rods were developed for fishing on the Spey River in Scotland where there was not enough room for substantial backcasting. Their popularity has spread, as the "two-handed" style necessary for properly using a Spey rod delivers grea… read more

• A Good Rod to Start Fly Fishing

  Fly fishing is an enjoyable endeavor for many anglers that pursue a wide variety of species. But where does an angler begin when it comes to choosing the proper fly to get started in this great sport? A moderate action fly rod is a good rod… read more

• Setting Up a Fly Fishing Rod

  Proper set up of a fly rod is important so that you can get the best performance for casting and fighting the fish. This is even more important for a fisherman who is new to the sport, as he may not have the experience and skill to make up… read more

• Review of Grigg Fly Fishing Rods

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• Fly Fishing Rods for Beginners

  Through an artful marriage of physics and finesse, the fly rod allows a fisherman to make precise casts over great distances. The ideal rod for beginners should have a versatile design with a moderate action that works just as well on large… read more

• The Best Fly Fishing Rods

  Fly fishing rods have become lighter in weight and easier to handle thanks to advancements in graphite rod blanks. Three companies lead the industry in fly rod innovation; they push the boundaries of technology, which results in rods that a… read more

• How to Work a Fly Fishing Rod

  At first, many people view fly fishing as a somewhat intimidating method of catching fish. The line, the casting and the associated leaders, flies and accessories can seem overwhelming. However, when stripped down to the basics, fly fishing… read more

• How to Use a Fly Fishing Rod

  Fly fishing is an enjoyable and fascinating method of fishing for many species of fish, qhether you are fishing for trout in a cold mountain stream or on the flats of the Florida Keys casting for bonefish. The ability to understand and use… read more

• How to Cast a Fly Fishing Rod

  When properly performed, casting a fly rod is a rhythmic motion that seems to place the fisherman in synchronization with his surroundings. Rather than a haphazard back and forth motion, the fly cast is a precision motion that involves tim… read more

• How to Clean a Fly Fishing Rod

  Cleaning a fly fishing rod is important to not only maintain the appearance of your fly fishing rod, but to help ensure the longevity of the rod. As a quality fly rod can easily cost into the hundreds of dollars, the amount of time required… read more