Whether you are an experienced angler or a just a beginner, having the right fishing tackle is essential for the ultimate fishing experience. Your fishing equipment has a huge impact on your catch as well as on your overall fishing journey which means you need to pay special attention to what you choose to buy. With the wide array of options available today, finding the right pieces requires few important considerations such as your experience, your favourite type of fishing and of course the type of fish you plan on catching. All these considerations apply to every piece of fishing equipment you need, including the rods.

Rods are an essential part of the tackle; they are available in many models and styles and all of them are designed for a specific style of fishing. When looking for saltwater fishing rods, you will be surprised by the wide array of beach rods available on the market. The fact that all models from this range serve the same purpose can make it even harder to choose the one for you. For that reason, let’s take a look at simple tips to make your decision easier.

Types of Beach Rods

When it comes to available beach rods types, there are two main – spinning and baitcasting. The first one uses a spinning wheel and when compared to the baitcasting type, it has three main differences. The line guides and the reel hang from the bottom, the length of the handle is in coordination with the length of the rod and there are no triggers. The second type of fishing rods takes a baitcasting reel, the line and the reel are on the top and come with a trigger grip that helps you hold the rod securely.

Length and Weight

When you need to choose the length and the weight of the rod, the two things you should have in mind are your fishing style and the type of fish you plan on fishing for. There is one simple rule when it comes to the length, the bigger the fish – the longer the cast, thus, the longer the rod. Going through the range of rods you will find:

• Bottom-fishing rods (run about 3m long)

• Boat rods (they are smaller rods 1.5m to 1.8m)

• Surfcasting rods (come in lengths from 1.8m to 4.5m)

Action

Action refers to the design of the rod when reeling or casting for a fish. It also relates to the bait or lure you need as well as the strength that should be used. Generally, the smaller the fish, the lighter the action, and the opposite.

Material

Fibreglass and graphite are the two most commonly used materials for producing rods, but there are also some of them made from both materials. Rods made of fibreglass offer a high level of durability and are heavier than graphite ones. Graphite options are very flexible and are pretty sensitive. Rods made of both materials will provide you with the durability and power of fibreglass and the lightweight and sensitivity of graphite.