Fly fishing is absolutely never complete without a fly fishing rod. A rod has several specifications and parts as well so before you decide on taking a splash for the fish you just can’t wait to get your hook in to, be sure you have an idea what your rod is really made of.
First, although fly rods have different shapes and sizes; some are longer, heavier or more colorful than the others, the different parts of a rod doesn’t change at all. The important part of the rod is referred to the rod blank. It is the central shaft of the rod and it’s where everything, where the rest of the rod is attached. Rod blanks is also called the tip and then the heavy section is called the butt. Generally, blanks are made of graphite but there are still other materials that can be used.
Next is the reel seat. This is located at the butt of the rod. The purpose of this is for the fly reel; the rings found on this part are meant to lock the reel and the foot in place. The material used for reel seats can be either graphite or metal. Then we have the rod handle. This is located just right above the reel seat. This part of the rod also varies in different sizes and shapes. You can find different materials for this one. For more expensive rods, the usual material used on this part is made of rubber. But for the usual cases, (rods that are less expensive) cork is the more common material.
And lastly, the rod guides. These are attached to the rod blank. The purpose is to “guide” the fly line through them. As always, this part of the fly fishing rod varies in shapes too. You’ll also notice that the first guide is identical to the ones found on conventional fishing rods. What they are referred to as well is stripping guides. For the rest of the rod, the wire used is thin and it’s usually addressed as snake guides. The last guide found at the tip of the rod is called the tip top.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
do you need a fishing license for holiday parks that offer fishing (England)?
I am planning a holiday in Jan or Feb 2009, a weekend in a log cabin that has lakes that you can fish in. Will I need to get a license to do this or do holiday places like that have their own agreement or something?-
ANSWER:
yes no matter where you fish in the uk you must have an environment rod licence these can not be supplied buy the park they are only avail;able from the environment agency either by phone or on line or from the post office
www.environment-agency.gov.uk/fish
or 08708506506
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QUESTION:
Can I bring fish home from holiday?
I have family who live in Fiji and I might visit them soon.. Would it be legal for me to bring live rock and marine fish etc back to England with me? Would I need a license or need to pay for something etc? Thanks-
ANSWER:
No I don't beleive you can. But the best way to check is on the government website or if all fails your travel agent your booked with will be able to find out for definate for you.
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QUESTION:
Fishing rod License?
Hey, Im 15 and I live in ENGLAND. Im going fishing with my cousin in the holidays and he says I need to get a fishing rod license. What I want to know is, can I buy the fishing rod license (for 1 day only) tomorrow and use it next week?Thanks.
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ANSWER:
No, you cant but u can get one from the post office that will cost about £5 and you can fish for a year.
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QUESTION:
As i'm from England and have been on holiday East coast no fish?
which Cap sould i wear in August?-
ANSWER:
I'd take the sou-wester if I were you!
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QUESTION:
Best place to head in England for drinking/party holiday?
Wanna head over with mates and just drink like fish for a week, head to good old fashioned cheesy publs/clubs with plenty of women, be able to mess about at amusements etc during the day. Where you reckon? I heard Newcastle is lethal?-
ANSWER:
Probably best to try Bournemouth or Newquay or Blackpool.
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