The choice of fly fishing rods varies depending on your fly fishing destination. Typically fly fishermen use rods longer and more light weight than traditional fishing rods. For fresh and salt water fishing the preferred rod weighs about 3-5 ounces and is close to 9 feet in length. Fly rods can extend up to 15 feet for two handed fishing but usually closer to about 6.5 feet in length.

Fly fishing trips may have different rods to choose from depending on your fishing location. For instance if your fishing for salmon or steelhead fish a longer two handed rod is recommended. Choice of fly rods also depends on the fishing location, weather conditions, and the types of flies. In short it’s all about personal preference.

The rod you may choose for Fly Fishing in GA. fresh water streams could be very different than the fly rod you handle while fishing in the ocean. For instance, if you decide to go on a trout fishing trip in the GA Mountains and fish in a small mountain stream you should choose a lighter and shorter rod. Center your research on your personal preference for salt-water or fresh-water fishing.  For fresh-water fishing consider the size of the lake or stream, before making your fly rod decision.

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