Baitcaster Fishing Rod
Baitcaster Fishing Rod
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 PENN TORQUE 7 12 20 LB GAMEFISH BAITCAST CONVENTIONAL FISHING ROD $89.95 Time Remaining: 9h 34m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 Tsunami Classic 7 701H Baitcasting Rod 12 25lb 2011 $65.95 Time Remaining: 27d 14h 20m Buy It Now for only: $65.95 |
 Very Good Condition Quantum Lite QWC66MB 6 6 8 17Lb Baitcasting Rod $12.95 Time Remaining: 29d 19h 49m Buy It Now for only: $12.95 |
 All Star 7FT 1PC BIG BOY HEAVY FAST ACTION PITCHING Rod for baitcast reel $79.95 Time Remaining: 24d 4h 44m Buy It Now for only: $79.95 |
 Near Mint Condition Crowder Rods E Series 8 15 30 Lb ECS815 Baitcasting Rod $119.95 Time Remaining: 20d 6h 47m Buy It Now for only: $119.95 |
 2 SHIMANO COMPRE CPC C66MB 66 MED MED FAST BAITCASTING RODS $56.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 10h 17m |
 Near Mint G Loomis Blank Custom Baitcasting Rod 10 Eye 8 3 Extend Butt $174.95 Time Remaining: 20d 7h 7m Buy It Now for only: $174.95 |
 PENN TORQUE 7 20 40 LB GAMEFISH BAITCAST CONVENTIONAL FISHING ROD $99.95 Time Remaining: 18d 9h 38m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 Near Mint Condition G Loomis MB843 GL3 7 6 10 17Lb Baitcasting Rod 8 Eye $174.95 Time Remaining: 20d 6h 52m Buy It Now for only: $174.95 |
 2 ALL STAR CLASSIC ACL PRM 7FT MED LIGHT BAITCASTING RODS $21.50 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 10h 20m |
 Near Mint Redington RFXC 6631 Baitcasting Rod 6 6 10 12Lb 9 Eye $54.95 Time Remaining: 11h 32m Buy It Now for only: $54.95 |
 Quantum Saltwater Grade Baitcast rod QSC70MH 7 15 30Lb $42.00 Time Remaining: 1d 3h 9m Buy It Now for only: $42.00 |
 PENN TORQUE 66 12 20LB GAMEFISH BAITCAST CONVENTIONAL FISHING ROD $99.95 Time Remaining: 13d 4h 36m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 PAIR All Star 7FT 1PC BIG BOY HEAVY FAST ACTION PITCHING Rod for baitcast reel $139.95 Time Remaining: 24d 4h 47m Buy It Now for only: $139.95 |
 2 CASTAWAY STANDARD 7FT MED LIGHT BAITCASTING RODS $23.95 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 10h 25m |
 Very Good Condition K Sea Custom Rods 6 8 9 Eye Baitcasting Rod $69.95 Time Remaining: 5d 12h 34m Buy It Now for only: $69.95 |
 Near Mint Condition California Calico Special CS70XH Baitcasting Rod 7 $79.95 Time Remaining: 5d 1h 37m Buy It Now for only: $79.95 |
 PENN TORQUE 7 12 20 LB GAMEFISH BAITCAST CONVENTIONAL FISHING ROD $99.95 Time Remaining: 13d 5h 5m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 PAIR All Star 7FT 1PC BIG BOY HEAVY FAST ACTION PITCHING Rod for baitcast reel $126.95 Time Remaining: 4d 11h 2m Buy It Now for only: $139.95 |
 Rapala graphite baitcast rod brand new fishing rod for breambasstroutbarra $73.27 Time Remaining: 14d 8h 53m Buy It Now for only: $73.27 |
 Zebco Saltfisher 6 15 Lbs Baitcast 6 6 Rod New $30.00 Time Remaining: 4d 14h 17m Buy It Now for only: $30.00 |
 Major Craft Alexander Jigging Baitcast Rod AXB 60 4 $260.00 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 36m Buy It Now for only: $260.00 |
 Major Craft Alexander Jigging Baitcast Rod AXB 57 4 $255.00 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 35m Buy It Now for only: $255.00 |
 All Star 7FT 1PC BIG BOY HEAVY FAST ACTION PITCHING Rod for baitcast reel $71.95 Time Remaining: 5d 9h 25m Buy It Now for only: $79.95 |
 Brand new Japanese Graphite Bait caster rod 62 long $97.70 Time Remaining: 14d 8h 53m Buy It Now for only: $97.70 |
 Major Craft Alexander Jigging Baitcast Rod AXB 52 8 $305.00 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 35m Buy It Now for only: $305.00 |
 Major Craft Off Blow Baitcasting Jigging Rod OB B60 5 $185.00 Time Remaining: 12d 16h 18m Buy It Now for only: $185.00 |
 PENN TORQUE 66 12 20LB GAMEFISH BAITCAST CONVENTIONAL FISHING ROD $89.95 Time Remaining: 6d 9h 55m Buy It Now for only: $99.95 |
 CASTORM PRO graphite bait caster rod 21 m brand new $68.39 Time Remaining: 14d 8h 53m Buy It Now for only: $68.39 |
 Brand new Japanese Graphite Bait caster rod 62 long $97.70 Time Remaining: 1d 9h 31m Buy It Now for only: $97.70 |
 Evergreen Poseidon Sabel Jerker Baitcast Jigging Rod PSBJ 600 4 $480.00 Time Remaining: 6d 19h 43m Buy It Now for only: $480.00 |
 Major Craft Alexander Jigging Baitcast Rod AXB 57 3 $245.00 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 35m Buy It Now for only: $245.00 |
 Fenwick Baitcasting Fishing Rod 10 15lbs 66 Ft with Fuji Guides $38.88 Time Remaining: 1d 38m |
 Evergreen Zephyr Baitcast Rod MJ Racing PZC 70 $470.00 Time Remaining: 17d 15h 18m Buy It Now for only: $470.00 |
 Major Craft Alexander Jigging Baitcast Rod AXB 60 3 $255.00 Time Remaining: 12d 5h 45m Buy It Now for only: $255.00 |
 Evergreen Poseidon Sabel Jerker Baitcast Jigging Rod PSBJ 600 2 $460.00 Time Remaining: 6d 19h 43m Buy It Now for only: $460.00 |
 NEW OCEAN BEAST CAPT MERRIT SIGNATURE BAITCASTING FISHING ROD 76 10 20 lb $5.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 10h 35m |
 CASTORM PRO graphite bait caster rod 21 m brand new $68.39 Time Remaining: 1d 9h 31m Buy It Now for only: $68.39 |
 Evergreen Poseidon High Pitch Baitcast Jigging Rod PHPJ 410 $435.00 Time Remaining: 21d 4h 26m Buy It Now for only: $435.00 |
 Major Craft Off Blow Baitcasting Jigging Rod OB B57 2 $185.00 Time Remaining: 12d 16h 18m Buy It Now for only: $185.00 |
 Evergreen Poseidon High Pitch Baitcast Jigging Rod PHPJ 501 $450.00 Time Remaining: 8d 22h 15m Buy It Now for only: $450.00 |
 Seeker BLMB 30 Bait Caster Rod $20.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 8d 7h 25m |
 Evergreen Poseidon High Pitch Baitcast Jigging Rod PHPJ 504 $450.00 Time Remaining: 13d 14h 6m Buy It Now for only: $450.00 |
 XZOGA BLACK BUSTER BB 60B BAITCASTING ROD $317.00 Time Remaining: 4d 19h 30m Buy It Now for only: $317.00 |
 XZOGA BLACK BUSTER BB 53B BAITCASTING ROD $371.00 Time Remaining: 12d 18h 55m Buy It Now for only: $371.00 |
Fly Fishing Equipment - The Basics For the Beginner
"What fly fishing equipment should I get?" I'm often asked that question by folk who are interested in learning how to fly fish. Sometimes, it seems so complicated. "Is it expensive?" is the second most often asked question.
Let's start with the second question first. While you can spend thousands of dollars on gear, you don't need to nor should you spend more than a couple of hundred dollars if you're just starting out. Depending on what conditions you will be fishing, you might even get away with less than that, too. I recommend that you speak with casting instructor who knows your area and what conditions you'll be fishing in at first. That person will be able to put you on the right track as to the specifics of what gear you should have.
To answer the question about what fly fishing equipment you'll need to get started, here are the basics. You can of course purchase much more, but why not wait before spending lots of money to find out if you'll enjoy the sport in the first place?
- A fly rod
- A reel that will hold the line
- Line (usually a floating line will do fine if you're targeting small to medium size rivers)
- 8 lb. test monofilament that you will use for leader material
- Flies
- Clippers
- Sunglasses
Optional equipment when you are starting out:
- Waders to keep you dry if fishing rivers
- A vest or bag to carry gear (and perhaps your lunch and a flask filled with something to drink if you are so inclined)
- Landing Net
And that's about it. The conditions you will fish will dictate the length of your rod as well as the weight of the line you will be casting. Most beginners can get away with selecting a rod in the 8 to 9 foot range and 5-6 line weight (wt.). Unless you will be after big fish, you can get by with a very inexpensive fly reel. All it does in most cases is hold the line for you. In many situations where the target fish are trout, you likely wont even need to use the drag on your reel. In most cases, tension is applied to the line with your hand.
Although many fly anglers have all sorts of systems for determining the correct leader thickness and taper, don't worry about that for now. Because the lure in fly fishing are very light weight, you are using the weight of the fly line and the ability of the rod to power the line forward when you cast your fly. Therefore, fly line is much thicker than the monofilament used in spinning or baitcast fishing. That's where the monofilament or leader comes in - it is tied to the end of the fly line, generally an 8 foot length is fine, and to the other end of the leader, you will tie your fly.
Although it is fun to tie your own flies, at this point it is probably best to obtain some from someone you know that ties up flies, or purchase them for a shop that sells them. If it is a local shop, they will be able to advise you as to what patterns that will be most likely to entice the fish to hit. At first, stick with nymphs or wet flies. Dry fly fishing can be a lot of fun, but I'd recommend learning to cast and catch fish with a fly rod using nymphs.
Sunglasses are a must when fly fishing! The last thing you want to do is damage your eye with a misplaced cast and a fly stuck in your eyeball. Think safety first, no matter what you are doing. If you have decided to also purchase a pair of waders, make sure you are familiar with the water you will be wading in.
There are a number of resources available to you to help you decide what fly fishing gear is best for you. Read reviews of the gear that is available to you, talk to other fly anglers, and perhaps the best advice of all: Hire a fly fishing instructor for at least a half day. This will help prevent you from forming bad habits that will be difficult to break later on.
About the Author
Ian Scott is a free lance writer who spends much of his time when not working and writing about a variety of topics, with a fly rod in hand. Follow along with Ian's regular fly fishing activities.