Fly rods: a review and classification

Fly fishing is one of the most ancient types of fishing, first mentions of which date back to the II century BC. e. Today it is an elitist kind of fishing, which has a huge number of fans.

Fishing with fly tackle a little more difficult for us to catch the usual process, but much more exciting. After all, here you need not wait for a bite, having thrown the bait and fish it is necessary to provoke visual appeal and playing "fly."

In this article we try to understand what are the fly fishing rod and how they differ from normal. In addition, consider their classification and the main criteria for the selection of the form.

The classification forms for fly fishing

Fly rods to classify the following parameters:

material of manufacture;
length;
power class AFTMA;
operation;
type of knee-joint.

As you can see, quite a lot of options, so choose a bait for fishing on the "fly" the novice angler without professional assistance will be difficult. We will try to alleviate this problem by considering each of the above criteria.

Material

Fly rods presented commercially can be made from the following materials:

tree;
laminated bamboo;
fiberglass;
carbon fiber.

Wooden blanks for fly fishing are rare today. They are not in stores. Acquire such rods can only be in the hands of the old fishermen, collectors and at auction. They are no longer relevant due to the arrival on the market of lighter products made from modern materials.

An exception are bamboo rods, but not those gnarled and twisted, which caught carp our fathers and grandfathers, and completely new. They are made of split and then glued and polished Vietnamese bamboo special breed. These fly rods are very light, comfortable, and most importantly, strong. Manufacturing process bamboo forms very long and complicated, which is why their cost is fairly high.

Rods of fiberglass is also quite strong, but not enough light. Their main advantage - low price.

Carbon fiber forms as well as possible combine light weight, high strength, good dynamics and affordable price. Because of this, carbon fiber rods are considered the most popular among fly fishing enthusiasts.

Length

The length of the rods is chosen solely by the terms and method of fishing. Long forms - for long casting, short - for catching at close range:.. Under the branches of trees, in "windows" aquatic plants etc. Root study recommended fly fishing rods with lengths of 2, 5-2, 7 m blank It average size which ideal for the amateur. When fishing from a boat is applied to the short forms of 2, 4 m.

There are, of course, very long rod designed for fishing for large open water reservoirs. Their size can be up to 5 meters. Casting the use of such forms is made with two hands, so the rods have a double handle.

Power class

If conventional fishing rods and spinning rods there is a separation of the test, the classification of fly rods made on power class corresponding to the requirements of the International Association manufacturers of fishing tackle. There are 14 main classes, which are specified in the marking of the form. Power rod string weight indicates with which it can operate most efficiently, and the size and weight of the intended catch.

1-2 class - are short (1, 8-2, 2 m) forms intended for fishing using as a dry bait and small wet "flies." These are the best fly rods for catching small fish in small rivers and lakes.
3-4 Class - rods with not much greater length (2-2, 5 m) used for fishing on dry, wet flies and nymphs on average ogruzki.
5-6 class - universal rod length 2, 6-2, 74 m, received the greatest popularity. Used for catching on all kinds of flies, the uploaded nymphs and streamers of up to 6 cm. Allow bait throwing 10-15 meters.
7-9 class - powerful forms for distance casting larger flies, streamers and nymphs. It can be equipped with a sinking cord for catching medium-sized freshwater and saltwater fish of prey.
10-12 class - rods for sea fishing on the predator.

Story

As befits any fishing rod, fly fishing models are also classified by ranks at:

prompt, which is bent only the tip of the rod;
medium-fast, who works the upper third;
medium, bending from the middle of the form;
slow, curving over the entire length.

Careful selection of the rod construct is important to present a professional. Fans often use srednestroynye forms.

knees Connection Type

This criterion is not so much important as the power class or order, but some anglers are paying him a lot of attention. There are three types of knee-joints:

Male connector (down leg has a plastic pin which is mounted on top);
with the setting of the lower cavity of the knee in the top;
with the setting of the upper cavity of the knee bottom.

Marking fly rods

Absolutely all brand fly rods are marked by means of which the angler must determine whether the parameters of the form fit him. Different companies may label their products in different ways, but the basic values disassemble snap. Try to understand the example of the labeling SB 965/3 9'4 '' / # 6 Line 3, the Oz 80, where:

SB 965 - brand name products (rods);
3 - the number of the tribes;
9'4 '' - the rod length in feet and inches;
# 6 Line - power class;
3, 80 Oz - blank weight in ounces.

Amateur ranking fly rods

Finally we provide some of the most popular series of forms for fly fishing on the famous firm Lagmiglas.

Esprit - rod of ultralight and reliable graphite XMG 50. Characterized high strength with minimum weight. Provides incredibly high initial cord airspeed. Supplied with brand tubes for storage and transport.
G1000 - the most popular among novice anglers fly fishing rod. Reviews of them testify to the perfect combination of price and quality. These forms are informally recognized as the "gold standard" nahlystovikov.
Jim Teeny Signature - a series of rods, named in honor of one of the most famous professional fly fishing, ten times world champion in this category Tiny Jim. Forms are characterized by low weight, a particular form of support rings such as "snake" and an acceptable price. All rods in this series are equipped with a solid tube.