Your rod, your way
If you are like us, you always have your sight set on the rod you want next. Whether you purchased your current rod as a budget rod, or you have varied your technique over the years an upgrade is likely on the horizon.
If you are here to purchase your first rod, congratulations–our best fly fishing starter kits article is a great place to start!
Because fly fishing is so versatile there is quite a bit that goes into choosing a new fly rod, but don’t let that stop you. By knowing what species of fish you want to target and doing a little bit of research you can be confident in selecting the best rod for you.
Whether you are a beginner, euro-nymphing, or looking for a finesse dry fly rod–our fly rod reviews have you covered it!
Our Picks for best overall, budget, beginners, as well as glass. Explore below! We have accumulated our list of best fly fishing rods based on the quality of materials, hands on experience, and user reviews. Because fly fishing is so versatile we wanted to make this list with the trout angler in mind. That doesn’t …
Experience and Passion Meet a Customer-First Mindset We have had the pleasure of reviewing numerous rods and reels from Echo on our site, and in this review, I’m going to take a closer and more pointed look into Echo Fly Fishing, and Rajeff Sports. Making a name for yourself in the fly fishing world is …
Nymphtastic! Euro nymphing has taken off in the last five years. From competitive anglers to your average hobbyist, people left and right are picking up this technique, and with it, specially-designed euro nymphing rods. There’s a good reason it’s caught on like it has, perhaps the best reason for something existing at all: it catches …
A Tool to Tame Bigger Beasts Roughly 155 miles from my home waters in Central PA is Lake Erie. I have friends and family that return there every year, like clockwork, in search of salmon. In today’s review, I will be looking at the best fly rods for salmon and breaking down the characteristics that …
Rods to Wrangle ‘The Big One’ It is often said that the two best rod weights for someone beginning their fly fishing journey, regardless of region, are a 5 wt and an 8 wt. The five is more than capable of light freshwater work and is effective on trout, smallmouth, panfish, and more. If you …
A Bigger Bug Launcher The Summer heat will soon be on its way, and when water temperatures rise and the flow dials back, consider switching up your target species and giving the trout a much-needed break. Bass, both small and largemouth, are very sporting fish on a fly rod and can be found readily available …
Versatility is King 5 weight fly rods are generally agreed upon to be a balanced and introductory weight for the novice, as well as an effective choice for any and all species of trout. The “standard” fly rod if there is such a thing. However, I think the 5wt rod is sometimes forgotten as we …
A Little Salt, A Little Salmon 7wt fly rods have numerous applications, and this fact is what makes them so appealing to own. In freshwater, a 7wt can handle most any bass, big bruiser brown trout, and even pike and muskie. In this review I’m doing a deep dive into some fantastic brand’s best offerings …
Something With a Bit of Backbone Although the 5wt seems to be the universal standard for both an introductory and all-purpose fly rod, 6wt rods give the user a bit more power, accuracy, and control without departing too far from the fly fishing norm. Join me as I review some quality rods with a bit …
Shining Brightly Chances are you’ve heard of Moonshine Rod Co. They have an impressive social media presence, and I frequently see their home page in my ‘suggested’ section on more than one social media platform. There’s a lot of positive press around these rods, this company, and its business practices, and in this review, I’m …
Light as a Feather When I first switched to a 5wt fly rod from my ultralight spinning combo, I was amazed at how light and responsive the tip was. Panfishing on my ultralight spinning rod was always fun, and I still enjoy harassing bluegill and yellow perch on tiny spinners and jigs. But, on a …
Fishing with a fiberglass fly rod is an experience unto itself. Before graphite came along as the material of choice in fly rod construction, fiberglass was the answer. Learning to fish with a fiberglass rod, and enjoying the many types of glass tapers out there, is a great way to sharpen your skills as a …
Fishing From Empty Sky It is my job to stay abreast of what’s current and interesting in the fly fishing world, and tenkara is gaining popularity, nationally and around the world. This simplistic and unique method of fishing has spread far past its country of origin (Japan) with the help of Daniel Ghalardo, the founder …
Chucking Bugs On the Go Obsession knows no bounds, and I am obsessed with catching fish on the fly. If you’re like me, the chance to wet a line in an unfamiliar body of water is not just a challenge, but an opportunity to come into contact with different species of fish than you may …
The number of new anglers joining the sport of fly fishing has skyrocketed in recent years. Because of this, the demand for fly fishing gear for beginners has increased proportionally.Research: This article offers the 4 best fly fishing rod & reel combos for beginners to determine what’s the best use of their budget. The most …
Looking for the best saltwater fly rod? You’ve come to the right place. If you’re about to go on your first saltwater fly fishing trip, or if you need a new fly rod for a specific species that you have yet to target, you might be wondering where to begin. There are a lot of …
Our TFO BVK fly rod review below will walk you through the pros and cons of this very popular and proven rod. If you are looking for a powerful yet incredibly versatile rod at a price that won’t put a strain on your wallet or (given our current situation) electronic currency of your choice, you …
Trying to find the right rod and reel for the right price. It’s easier said than done. The Orvis Clearwater rod and reel is one of the best values in fly fishing. We took one of the Euro nymphing set-ups for a spin and found that it exceeds expectations and is a hell of a …
3 Weights Are All The Rage Our “Best 3 Weight Fly Fishing Rods” guide below will walk you through the simple steps of choosing your new rod and help ensure you are getting the best 3 weight fly rod for your budget and application. Fly rods are expensive—take a bit of extra time now to …
Yep, we get it! Finding the best fly rod combo can lead to countless questions. For answers to these questions and more, read below. We have provided some great options for beginners, budget, and quality. In this guide, we’ll cover Let’s get started! Best Fly Rod Combo (Overall) We found one rod and reel combo …
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