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Published: August 24, 2007
When most people think of fishing, they imagine the traditional bait shops with their thousands of earthworms to be used as bait. But what about fly fishing? Fly fishing is exactly what it sounds like – flies are used, instead of earthworms, to attract the fish. Since it has been introduced, fly fishing has garnered quite an impressive following of devotees who feel that it is not only an easier way to fish, but also more enjoyable than conventional fishing.
The first step for anyone considering taking up fly fishing is choosing from among the many fly fishing rods. Fly fishing rods are made out of graphite or fiberglass; graphite fly fishing rods are lighter and more expensive, but fiberglass fly fishing rods are hardier and usually last longer than graphite. Fly fishing rods also have three successive levels of action, or the level of the rod's mobility. Slow-action rods are the most flexible and are therefore best for catching smaller fish (but probably difficult for novice anglers to use). They also tend to be the most accurate, especially when casting at a short range. Medium-action fly fishing rods are better for beginners and are less flexible, bending only from the middle to the tip of the rod. Fast-action fly fishing rods are immobile, bending only at the end. These are best for catching larger fish or for fishing a longer distance away. The action of fly fishing rods is altogether an indicator of their accuracy, flexibility, and difficulty of use.
The varying lengths of flying fishing rods are the next feature to decide upon when making a selection. A general rule is that the longer the length, the greater the action. For fly fishing rods, a short length is less than eight feet long, medium length is eight or nine feet, and long fly fishing rods exceed nine feet. The more cluttered the fishing site will be – with trees, bushes, large rocks, etc. – the shorter the rod's length should be. Of course, if there is a possibility of reeling in large, heavy prey, the fly fishing rods should be as long as possible.
Anglers must also consider the reels. The weight of fly fishing reels is classified by a numbering system ranging from one to nine and above. Naturally, fly fishing reels with weights of nine or heavier are intended for ocean fishing and for larger catches. The two major parts of the reel are the butt plate (for reels with a weight of one through six) and the fighting extension (for weights of seven and heavier). Then there are the reel seats for holding the fly fishing reels in place. They can lock down or up, or they can be in the form of sliding bands.
The lines attached to fly fishing rods can make a difference in whether or not an angler catches a fish at all. It also differentiates fly fishing from other types of fishing. The line's core determines its strength and ability to stretch, and its coating provides the necessary weight (fly fishing lines cannot be too light). The coating also determines whether the line will float or sink. Fly lines also have a special taper or shape, which reveal how much energy is given off when it is cast.
The fly fishing flies used as bait are numerous, particularly in the species of fish they are designed to attract. For example, there are flies especially made for attracting salmon, trout, or bass. Fly fishing flies are made from artificial components, which is one thing that makes fly fishing so attractive - no handling of slimy worm bait.
The angler's level of experience, whether the fishing will be in salt or fresh water, on a tree-shaded bank or the open sea, and whether the trip is intended as leisurely or for serious fish-catching are all factors which will determine the type of fly fishing gear and rods the individual angler will need. Fly fishing is an attractive alternative to bait fishing and just as rewarding, so it is well worth the angler's time to be careful and specific in choosing the right fly fishing rods, gear, and flies.
Sources:
Choosing the Right Fly Line. The Fly Fishing Shop. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://www.flyfishusa.com/lines/choose-line-home .html
Fly Fishing Rods Buying Guide. eBay Reviews & Guides. 1995-2007. eBay, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://pages.ebay.com/buy/guides/fly-fishing-rod s-buying-guide/
Flies. The Fly Fishing Shop. 1981-2006. The Fly Fishing Shop. 6 Aug. 2007.
http://www.flyfishusa.com/flies/index.htm
How to Choose Fly Rods. BestFlyRods. 2005-2006. BestFlyRods.com. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://www.bestflyrods.com/how-to-choose-fly-rod s.html
The first step for anyone considering taking up fly fishing is choosing from among the many fly fishing rods. Fly fishing rods are made out of graphite or fiberglass; graphite fly fishing rods are lighter and more expensive, but fiberglass fly fishing rods are hardier and usually last longer than graphite. Fly fishing rods also have three successive levels of action, or the level of the rod's mobility. Slow-action rods are the most flexible and are therefore best for catching smaller fish (but probably difficult for novice anglers to use). They also tend to be the most accurate, especially when casting at a short range. Medium-action fly fishing rods are better for beginners and are less flexible, bending only from the middle to the tip of the rod. Fast-action fly fishing rods are immobile, bending only at the end. These are best for catching larger fish or for fishing a longer distance away. The action of fly fishing rods is altogether an indicator of their accuracy, flexibility, and difficulty of use.
The varying lengths of flying fishing rods are the next feature to decide upon when making a selection. A general rule is that the longer the length, the greater the action. For fly fishing rods, a short length is less than eight feet long, medium length is eight or nine feet, and long fly fishing rods exceed nine feet. The more cluttered the fishing site will be – with trees, bushes, large rocks, etc. – the shorter the rod's length should be. Of course, if there is a possibility of reeling in large, heavy prey, the fly fishing rods should be as long as possible.
Anglers must also consider the reels. The weight of fly fishing reels is classified by a numbering system ranging from one to nine and above. Naturally, fly fishing reels with weights of nine or heavier are intended for ocean fishing and for larger catches. The two major parts of the reel are the butt plate (for reels with a weight of one through six) and the fighting extension (for weights of seven and heavier). Then there are the reel seats for holding the fly fishing reels in place. They can lock down or up, or they can be in the form of sliding bands.
The lines attached to fly fishing rods can make a difference in whether or not an angler catches a fish at all. It also differentiates fly fishing from other types of fishing. The line's core determines its strength and ability to stretch, and its coating provides the necessary weight (fly fishing lines cannot be too light). The coating also determines whether the line will float or sink. Fly lines also have a special taper or shape, which reveal how much energy is given off when it is cast.
The fly fishing flies used as bait are numerous, particularly in the species of fish they are designed to attract. For example, there are flies especially made for attracting salmon, trout, or bass. Fly fishing flies are made from artificial components, which is one thing that makes fly fishing so attractive - no handling of slimy worm bait.
The angler's level of experience, whether the fishing will be in salt or fresh water, on a tree-shaded bank or the open sea, and whether the trip is intended as leisurely or for serious fish-catching are all factors which will determine the type of fly fishing gear and rods the individual angler will need. Fly fishing is an attractive alternative to bait fishing and just as rewarding, so it is well worth the angler's time to be careful and specific in choosing the right fly fishing rods, gear, and flies.
Sources:
Choosing the Right Fly Line. The Fly Fishing Shop. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://www.flyfishusa.com/lines/choose-line-home .html
Fly Fishing Rods Buying Guide. eBay Reviews & Guides. 1995-2007. eBay, Inc. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://pages.ebay.com/buy/guides/fly-fishing-rod s-buying-guide/
Flies. The Fly Fishing Shop. 1981-2006. The Fly Fishing Shop. 6 Aug. 2007.
http://www.flyfishusa.com/flies/index.htm
How to Choose Fly Rods. BestFlyRods. 2005-2006. BestFlyRods.com. 3 Aug. 2007.
http://www.bestflyrods.com/how-to-choose-fly-rod s.html
