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| Fly Rod, Fly Fishing Rod: A fly rod is very unique just like the fishermen that use fly rods. The rods are long, thin and flexible. They are designed to cast a fly or other lightweight item. Once you learn how to cast a fly rod, you can cast a light weight lure very far because fly rods are made to cast the line, not the lure. Fly fishing line is much heavier than typical fishing line allowing the angler to make long distance casts with a light weight bait. Fly rods are typically made of fiberglass, graphite, or bamboo. Each rod is made for the specific size of fish being pursued. Fly rod building is a very popular hobby among fly fishermen. They take great pride in their craft and equipment. Some of the more popular fly rod manufacturers: > Sage fly rods > Winston fly rods > Scott fly rods > St croix fly rods > Orvis fly rods > Redington fly rods > Temple fork fly rods |