{"id":6259,"date":"2019-01-30T02:43:04","date_gmt":"2019-01-30T02:43:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rangetoreel.com\/?p=6259"},"modified":"2019-01-30T21:18:23","modified_gmt":"2019-01-30T21:18:23","slug":"choose-a-fishing-rod","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rangetoreel.com\/choose-a-fishing-rod\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Fishing Rod – Selecting The Right Rod"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Fishing is one of those Hobbies that will run you broke if you let it. Other than your boat, your rod and reel are probably going to be the most expensive piece of equipment you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Obviously, everyone’s familiar with the old saying \u201cyou get what you pay for\u201d, but there’s also fishing gear out there it’s simply overpriced. if you know what you’re looking for you can get a really good rod at an affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Choosing a new ride can be a downright bewildering experience, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been out of fishing for a while, looking for your first rod or a seasoned veteran adding to your collection. You should follow the same general guidelines when looking for a new rod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before we get into actually choosing your new fishing rod it’s important to talk about how much you want to spend. So how much should a good rod cost? Or put another way why are some rods more expensive than others?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What makes that $200 fishing rod, so much more expensive than a $100 rod. Does it really add twice the amount of value over a cheaper rod? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
No, unless you’re trying to work as a commercial or Pro fisherman you probably don’t need most expensive rod you can find. Definitely not saying that I haven’t made a few Generally speaking, most guys should spend between $50-$100 on a fishing rod. I can definitely feel the difference between a $100 and $200 dollar rod, but spending more than $100 is overkill for the average weekend warrior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You also have to remember I normally bring out 5-6 rods for different presentations. Ya I know it’s probably overkill, but having a few rods ready to go has saved my butt after a near miss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Add in the price of reels, lures and a tackle box and I’m carrying around a few thousand dollars worth of equipment. Years ago I had my old 25′ Bayliner Trophy stolen out of my driveway along with all my gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Luckily my homeowners\/boat insurance covered almost everything but definitely mourned the loss of my favorite rods. After replacing my boat and everything inside they wrote me a check for $15k worth of gear that I accumulated over the years. Before you go off and buy that expensive rod, that might just end up sitting in your corner. Do yourself a favor and learn about what makes one rod better than the next. Even if the rod you choose is cheap who wants to blow their hard earned money on something that\u2019s just going to collect dust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So what really makes one rod better than the other? Better materials and more careful craftsmanship are going to cost a lot more than your typical Walmart rod. I’m not saying you can’t catch a lot of fish on a cheap rod, but it’s not going to last as long and there will be performance differences from one rod to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The return you get on an expensive rod will really depend on how often you take it fishing. there are rods out there that they claim are virtually indestructible, but you’ll never see them in the hands of the pros. what you really want is a rod that\u2019s lightweight, strong and sensitive. Leave those overly stiff rods for Joe Schmoe that\u2019s never fished a day in his life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a reason everybody has heard of the Ugly Stick brand. They became one of the most popular brands on the planet by offering a cheap product good enough for the average fisherman. Plus their marketing department chose one of the most memorable names in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most guys will do just as well with the UglyStik Casting<\/a> or Spinning Rod<\/a> as they will with an expensive rod. If you’re just trying to get out a few times per month that’s all you really need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those of us that spend more time on their boat than they do at home might want to spend a little more. Don’t get me wrong you can get away with using a cheap rod, but if you’re planning on fishing for the rest of your life spend the extra $50 and get a rod that you won’t outgrow in a few years. Going in with the mindset “Buy Once, Cry Once” will save you a lot of cash in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Casting Rods<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Spinning Rods<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember that there’s a reason that these packaged “starter sets” cost so much less, and that’s because they use cheap components. Inexpensive rods aren’t going to have the sensitivity that will let you progress above a certain level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re uncertain if fishing is going to be a lifelong obsession (believe me it can quickly take over your life) you’re better off borrowing a nice rod. Find a buddy that really loves fishing and ask him for suggestions. Most guys have a few extra rods in storage that they’d be happy to lend a new fishing buddy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That being said when my son first decided he wanted to start fishing I bought him this Pflueger Trion rod\/reel combo<\/a> to see if he stuck with the sport. Throughout the past 3 years, I’ve used that rod many times teaching him how to fish and it’s actually a nice setup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n After a few years, I gave him one of my favorite spinning rods. Do yourself a favor and skip those cheap Even when looking at specific categories of gear, Just like other tackle most of us learn through experience, magazine articles and word of mouth. Remember not to underestimate the knowledge of that old timer who runs that run down little bait shop nearby your favorite lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finding the right rod length will depend on what style rod you choose. Are you looking for a baitcasting rod, spinning rod or fly Baitcast Rod Length<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat Makes One Rod Better Than Others?
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nIs It Really Necessary To Spend More on a Rod?
<\/h4>\n\n\n\nA Few of My Favorite Affordable Fishing Rods<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
What About Starter Rod\/Reel Sets?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Before You Buy Your Rod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Examining a Fishing Rod<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
How Long Should The Rod Be?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n