Choosing the Best Sea Fishing Rod for You

Posted by Magic Fishing on Thursday, March 3, 2011

Sea fishing rods vary in size, material, and function. To the novice, one rod may seem the same as the next; however, it is very important to pick the proper rod in regards to the what you are fishing for and where you will be fishing. There are a number of factors to consider.
You would not use the same rod to reel in a trout as you would to reel in a marlin. If you are going to be shore fishing or rock-hopping, you would not need nearly as large of a rod as you would if you were deep sea fishing. If you are fishing for larger, deep sea fish you will need a thick and sturdy rod, built to handle the stress of reeling in a large fish that is fighting for his life. There is a perfect rod for every type of fishing, and it is important to choose the right one.

Since a rod is the most important piece of equipment when one is fishing, what your rod is made of would be a very important factor as well. Rods need to be able to stand up to the salty sea air and not corrode or deteriorate. Most sea fishing rods are either made from graphite, or from fiberglass. Many anglers seem to agree that graphite is superior to fiberglass because it is both lighter, and more durable; however, fiberglass fishing rods remain popular amongst many fisherman for their superior flexibility, which can help ease the physical weariness if you should be reeling in a large fish for hours on end.
When choosing your rod, keep in mind that it will affect the rest of your fishing gear as well. Not all sea fishing rods are compatible with all reels, and not all reels are compatible with all rods. Also, the type of line you are using will depend on the type of fishing rod you are using. If you are using a large fishing rod, you will be fishing for large fish. This, in turn, would require you to use a larger line (not to mention larger bait), which can not be put in just any reel. I think you can clearly see how the rod affects the rest of your fishing gear.

If you are a novice looking to start sea fishing it may seem daunting at first. Ask questions to the people who know the answers: other fisherman.