The basics of fishing rods

Some people who are new to the hobby of fishing often get stumped when it comes to fishing rods. Below is a short guide to three of the most common rods available for anglers.

From casting to spinning to fly -- Anouk Govil

With casting rods, the bait or lure can be accurately set wherever as long one knows the proper way of doing so. There used to be two kinds of casting rods: spin casting rods and bait casting rods. Today, however, casting rods are simply sold as casting rods without any difference. Anouk Govil.

The average spinning rod is smaller and lighter than the average casting rod. While they have many similarities, they differ in how they’re used. For instance, the reels in casting rods are on the top, while in spinning rods, they hang below. Spinning rods are also better for beginners for they are easier to use and have an added aspect of comfort. Anouk Govil.

For those interested in fly fishing, there are fly rods. Fly rods are mostly light and quite flexible. There are rods designed to carry a specific kind of weighted line, as well as different styles for various fishing scenarios. All these designs allow anglers to bring the fly back and forth easily. Anouk Govil.