Choosing a rod and reel for catching trout

 

When fishing for trout it is very important to have the correct gear. If you have an unbalanced rod and reel you may have difficulty casting and fighting a fish, which isn’t an enjoyable experience. Fortunately, it is not difficult to set yourself up with some quality gear that will make fishing for trout a pleasure. The following tips will help you select a rod and reel suitable for trout fishing.

The Rod
Choosing from the many trout fishing rods on the market will basically come down to the type of fishing you plan on doing. If you want to take up fly fishing you will need a specific rod, and reel, to do this. Bait and lure fishing is a little more flexible, but most people choose a spinning or baitcaster fishing rod. Spinning rods are great for those who are new to the sport because baitcasters can be slightly more difficult to master in the short term.

The Reel
The general rule when choosing a fishing reel for trout is to match it with the sort of rod that you purchase. For instance, a fly fishing rod can only be matched with a fly fishing rod, a … Read more at FryingPanSports