Choosing Salmon Fishing Rods
Trying to find the perfect fishing rod while shopping in stores with rods covering walls as far as you can see is slightly intimidating. There are so many different weights, lengths, and set ups that you might not even know what you're looking for. Salmon fishing rods should be chosen with care and keeping in mind whether you are looking for a casting rod, saltwater rod, or trolling rod. In this article hopefully you will be given a little bit of insight on what to look for in Salmon fishing rods. First of all, let's look at the length of the rod butt. Generally you want to have any where between 6 to 12 inches of room left of the rod behind the reel. This gives you room to move your hands around when you're reeling in the trophy fish. You don't want the butt to be too long because it will be difficult to maneuver the rod then. If you are planning according to your holder you will want to make sure that the rod is not too small to fall out of the rack.
The weight of the rod should be the lightest rod you can find. Let's face it, the fish are going to be heavy and you don't want to have extra weight added to your arms while fighting to pull in those monstrous fish. Carrying a heavy rod can cause you to become tired easier than the lighter rods. You also need to put into consideration the balance point of the rod. You want the balance point to be right where you would be holding the rod while trying to reel in a fish. If the balance point is right where your hand would naturally rest, then you know that you have a found a rod that will work for you. There are rods available for different types of fishing as well. If you are planning on fly fishing you will need to find a rod that is designed for that and only that. Saltwater fishing requires a different type of rod than fresh water fishing. Are you planning on fishing by yourself or in a group of people? If you're going by yourself you need to keep in mind that your arms are not long enough to reach the fish with a net if need be. So, a shorter rod might be more suitable for you. After you have found the perfect fishing rod for you, you will want to care for it properly. Cleaning your rod after every use will help expand the life span of your rod. If any parts require lubricant you should do that after every use as well. Most rods should come with an instruction manual. It is very important to read the manual prior to use and keep it handing while out fishing. While you're Salmon fishing the rod is not everything. The tackle and equipment are also not the key components needed in having a successful fishing trip. The most important thing to take with you is a responsible and positive attitude. Horsing around and overplaying are very dangerous while in the presence of a fishing rod. Serious injury or even death could occur if you are not cautious and respectful. Use proper etiquette and you will have a fun, successful fishing trip. |
