Fly Rods : Summary of Fly Rod Action
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Summary of Fly Rod Action
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Swan River in Montana |
As you can see, the action
of a fly rod - and which action is right for you - really depends
on what types of fish you will be fishing for, where you will be
fishing, and the types of conditions you expect to encounter.
Still confused? Well,
I'll go out on a limb and make some recommendations. Unless you
fall into any of the following exceptions listed below, I
recommend buying a Medium Action/Mid-Flex fly rod, especially if you are a
beginner. The great versatility of a medium action fly rod makes
it an excellent fly rod for both beginner and expert anglers alike
- especially if the angler can only afford or only wants one fly
rod.
Of course, there are
exceptions. The exceptions to this recommendation are:
- Fast Action/Tip
Flex Fly Rods - If you will be consistently fishing for large
fish, need to make long casts or be fishing in windy conditions
frequently, then go for a fast action fly rod, as these rods will
perform the best in these type of conditions.
- Slow Action/Full
Flex Fly Rods
- On the other hand, if small spring creeks and rivers are where
you spend your time, or if you continually end up chasing trout
using very light tackle, then a slow action fly rod is the best
choice.
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