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  Fishing rod - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A length of fishing line is attached to a long, flexible rod or pole: one end terminates in a hook for catching the fish.
Spinning rods are made from graphite or fiberglass with a cork handle, and tend to be between 5 and 7 feet (1.5 and 2.1 m) in length.
Today, fishing rods are identified by their weight (meaning the weight of line or lure required to flex a fully-loaded rod) and action (describing the location of the maximum flex along the length of the rod).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fishing_rod   (1291 words)

  
 Fishing - Simple English Wikipedia
Fishing for fun is normally done with a (fishing rod) and line with any number of things to get the fish.
The common white grub is used successfully in trout fishing, they are found in fresh ploughed earth, and under old stumps, decaying foliage, etc. Grasshoppers are also good for trout in their season, although trout or salmon eggs will attract trout quicker than any other bait.
Catch-and-release fishing is increasingly practiced especially by fly fishermen, as well as spin and bait casting fishermen, to increase conservation and to protect rare fish such as marlin.
simple.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fishing   (1174 words)

  
 Fishing Monthly - Rod Builders Corner - Gary Howard - 2-3kg Samurai
With new techniques the gear is refined, and in the fishing rod department we now have quite a healthy range of light spin and baitcaster rods.
It is ideal for chasing fish around the estuary and is just at home casting lures at bream as it is soaking a live worm for whiting or jigging for bass.
On a rod like this, single foot guides are the way to go, though you may like to use a double foot guide for the stripper as this is the guide that tends to take most of the knocks.
www.fishingmonthly.com.au /rods/2_3spin.html   (879 words)

  
 Fishing Monthly - Rod Builders Corner - Gary Howard
In rod building circles one of the innovators and leaders in componentry is the Fuji company from Japan.
As the rod we made up was going to be on display at the tackle show, I wanted to make it up into a rod that would cater for a specific field of fishing and be cosmetically appealing at the same time.
I needed to make the rod from graphite to keep it light and it had to be a strong and robust graphite.
www.fishingmonthly.com.au /rods/braid_heavy.html   (934 words)

  
 The Right Fishing Rod for You
Rod guides are the circular loops found along the shaft of a fishing rod that your line passes through.
The "action" of a rod is a term used to describe the flexibility or stiffness that it exhibits.
Fishing rods aren't that complicated once you learn the terms and construction that is involved in the industry.
www.basspro.com /servlet/catalog.CFPage?&mode=article&objectID=29385&cmid=FOL1   (1172 words)

  
 RODSOCK Fishing Rod Covers
fishing rod covers are made from soft and supple cotton in a seamless construction to provide excellent stretch and recovery characteristics with a minimum stretch width of 115mm (4.5") to easily fit over large guides on most fishing rods.
fishing rod cover over your rod when rigged you protect and minimize the opportunity of line tangling with other fishing rods whilst traveling to your next location.
fishing rod cover with your rod details in permanent fl marker pen.
www.rodsock.com.au   (671 words)

  
 The Best Fishing Tips   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
If you're a beginner in the world of fishing then a quick rundown of the most common types of fishing tackle is an excellent place to begin your education.
The fish will either see the lure as food or as a challenge to their territory.
Your fishing tackle is not complete without floats and sinkers which take on a special significance.
www.finalyze.com /fishing.html   (367 words)

  
 Pole Cat Fishing Rod Protector
Your rod can be left fully rigged and ready for fishing While stored in it's folded position on a wall, bicycle, in a boat or gun rack.
It is especially convenient to be able to fold your rod in half as you stream fish in brushy areas.
fishing rod protector, your fishing rods are very protected, yet so convenient and ready to use.
www.nmoa.org /Products/pole-cat.htm   (202 words)

  
 Fishing Systems USA - Ice Rod Holder for the Leg
The Rod Holster holds a fishing rod conveniently on your leg, freeing your hands while you continue to jig the bait with action from your leg.
The Rod Holster is made in the USA from a tough 16 gauge steel and has a durable powder coat finish.
Whether for ice fishing or open water fishing, when tying a line, pouring a cup of coffee or even paddling a canoe, the Rod Holster provides a convenient, safe place to put your fishing rod.
www.fishingsystemsusa.com   (281 words)

  
 Fishing From A Wheelchair - The fishing rod splint
I personally do not know of a way to build the fishing rod splint without the use of conventional splinting materiel such as Orthoplast or Kay-Splint.
Building the fishing rod splint is, in my opinion, somewhat more difficult than building the reel splint.
When you are comfortable with how the splint feels, decide where you want to place the fishing rod on the splint.
www.sportsmansresource.com /fishingonwheels/rodsplint.htm   (274 words)

  
 Telescopic fishing rod and telescopic pole for antenna and wind sock.
Telescopic fishing rod and telescopic pole for antenna and wind sock.
Rod tip for the short closing length fitted as per picture.
Model 137 and 138 is adaptable for non fishing using.-- please write for details we also make rods to your specifications.
www.geocities.com /yuetfish/telspin.htm   (141 words)

  
 Fishing Fraser Island
This attitude is far from acceptable for those who like to land their fish using the very lightest of line and the flimsiest of rods.
The standard rod length for beach or rock fishing is 13’6 or 4.1m (rod lengths are still commonly referred to in feet and inches).
A surf rod (medium taper) will work an area of around 38 meters in an arc from where you are standing.
www.fishingfraserisland.com /rodsreels.html   (716 words)

  
 Ice Fishing Rod Holder
Because the fishing rod is right at your knee, it can easily be removed from the holder and reeled in.
It seems you are never in the right place, the fishing is always a little better in the middle of the bridge, or the other side of the dock.
Since it is possible to reel in the holder a one armed person could fish two fishing rods at one time.
www.fishingminnesota.com /pole-tender.html   (1029 words)

  
 The Sunrae Fishing Rod Sleeve. A fishing rod case, a rod cover, and a lure protector rolled into one. A must have for ...
A fishing rod case, a rod cover, and a lure protector rolled into one.
The Sunrae Fishing Rod Sleeve is a fishing rod case, a rod cover, and a lure protector rolled into one.
Protects against tangled fishing rods and helps prevent incidental hooking while storing, transporting, camping, canoeing or portaging.
www.sunrae-ent.com   (198 words)

  
 Fly Fishing Rod / Clearwater Fly Fishing Rod 905-4 Mid 7.5 -- Orvis   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
While this rod is rated by Orvis as a mid-flex, I not once worried that my 6X and 7X tippets would break off due to the hard fighting fish or the rod's stiffness.
If you are looking for a top-performing rod that has the build quality, value and performance, this rod should be very seriously considered as the only rod of choice.
The Clearwater fly fishing rod is a forgiving travel rod for all trout waters.
www.orvis.com /store/product_choice.asp?dir_id=758&group_id=759&cat_id=5825&subcat_id=7015&pf_id=9566a&adv=2835&feature_id=100   (453 words)

  
 Buzzy Vibrating Fishing Rod - Feature Article Page
Whether you're fishing a worm or jig slowly on the bottom - especially in thick grass or other cover - or just about anything else the key asset is the fact that bass are sensitive to vibration of any type.
From display fish tanks in tackle shops right out onto anyone's favorite lake, the Buzzy Rod has been tested again and again and without fail, fish are attracted to the vibration and will hit the lure attached to the end of the line.
The rod guides are all lined up with the spline of the rod, as they should be (but in many cases aren't in today's rods).
www.buzzyrod.com /feature.htm   (785 words)

  
 Browning Blacksmith Fork Fly Fishing Rod   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
For those of you that like to escape the crowded streams, and are in the hunt of that isolated stream that is brimming with pools of brook trout, you don't have to pack a full-size, or even two-piece anymore.
The Browning name is known by all outdoorsmen as one of the most trusted names in the hunting and fishing industry.
One of rods (handle "B") is a convertible rod that you can use with a fly reel, or flip the handle around and use it with a spinning reel.
www.basspro.com /servlet/catalog.CFPage?mode=article&objectID=29829&cmid=FFPR2_2   (414 words)

  
 Travel Channel :: Made in America :: Sage Fly Fishing Equipment
Legendary rod designer Don Green founded Sage in 1980 on Bainbridge Island in Puget Sound, which is prime fly-fishing country.
Next, the graphite rod is removed from the mandrel and dipped in epoxy once more to seal the fibers.
The earliest rods were made of hazel, and the lines were made of knotted horse hair.
travel.discovery.com /fansites/jrmia/goods/sagerods.html   (307 words)

  
 Fishing in British Columbia Canada with Rod for Salmon, Steelhead, Trout, Sturgeon and Much More!
When fishing in Southern British Columbia, it is important to know the difference between a wild and a hatchery coho salmon.
Fishing for pile perch is simple yet exciting.
Please note that as of September 4th, all steelhead, both wild and hatchery, are required to be released in the Seymour River.
www.fishingwithrod.com   (336 words)

  
 Fishing with Rod British Columbia Canada
Fishing with Rod is an online angling magazine based in British Columbia, Canada.
Our objectives are to keep you updated with the latest information on fishing condition, current fishing-related issues and fishing-related events.
Without the support of these sponsors and advertisers, Fishing with Rod would not be possible.
www.fishingwithrod.com /about_us.html   (109 words)

  
 Welcome to Rod Log
Not only is Rod Log great for storage, but it is perfect for easy cleaning of rods and reels.
Simply place the rod in the holder and wash down with soap and water.
The unique handle design allows you to shift Rod Log 2X2 in your hand and move the rods from an upright position all the way to a 90 degree angle whenever you want.
www.rodlog.com   (264 words)

  
 fishing rod tube, fishing rod tube information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing,...
If doing a lot of fishing out of a float tube, longer rods are common place, as one can get more distance with a longer rod, and the extra length helps to keep the fly off the water on the backcast...
Float tube and kayak fishing rod holders, rod holder mounts and stainless st...
www.bluefishingsupply.com /fishingrodtube   (1621 words)

  
 Kayak Fishing Rod Holders- Kayak Fishing Gear   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Choosing a rod holder or rod holders for your kayak can be a task.
All of the Rod Holders will fit into all of the mounts which is very nice and versatile.
This picture was sent in by Robert Wiebel who uses his Baitcaster in his Scotty Fly Rod Holder and says it works for spinning reels and prefers it to the Baitcaster.
www.kayakfishinggear.com /Kayak_Fishing_Rod_Holders.htm   (318 words)

  
 Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters - ITEM DESCRIPTION
We found a quick, responsive set of rods that are destine to make a quick and long-lasting name for themselves in the saltwater arena.
These rods are quick to load, have the mid-level strength to carry a ton of line and the backbone to put the mustard to any saltwater species you go after.
Creating fly rods for such a demanding fishery requires a lot of dreaming and a lot of fishing.
www.flyfishingoutfitters.com /product.htm?pid=439736   (532 words)

  
 Custom Fishing Rod, Kelleys Custom Fishing Rod Wrapping 903.882.5539   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
I have been making and repairing fishing rods for over 25 years.
fishing rod components to create and repair fishing rods for you, my customer.
professional rod building supplies for my finish on my new rods and varnish if requested or needed to match color on older rod repair.
www.kelleysrodwrapping.com   (626 words)

  
 FlyFisherman.com: The Virtual Flyshop
The National Park Service is recommending installing a weir and fish trap to catch and remove brown and rainbow trout as they move between the Colorado River and Bright Angel Creek.
Judge Mizner has decided in favor of the landowner's along Mitchell Slough in the Bitterroot Valley and said the waterway is not natural, and should be off limits to the public....
Fish Tail Gallery—fish replicas for the catch & release fisherman or collector.
www.flyfisherman.com   (723 words)

  
 eBay - Fly Fishing Rod Buying Guide on eBay
Action, the amount of rod stiffness or flexibility, comes into play when you cast and when you attempt to reel in a fish.
Fast action: Stiff fast-action rods bend at the end of the rod and do not have a lot of give.
Your fly fishing rod and reel weight should match the weight of the line you want to use.
pages.ebay.com /buy/guides/fly-fishing-rod-buying-guide   (1231 words)

  
 Fishing Rod Cases for Fly Fishing and Spin Fishing Rods
It protects your fishing gear; rod, reel, and line everywhere - hanging around the garage, when it's thrown in the back of the truck, in the trunk of the car, or jostling around the boat.
Rod and Reel Protective Cases are available in 3 standard sizes as well as custom sizes and are available in six colors (Navy Blue, Royal Blue, Red, Kelly Green, Burgundy and Black).
Fishing rod casses can be ordered on line (below) using our secure shopping cart or (contact us to discuss your needs.
fishingactiongear.com   (463 words)

  
 RodMate Fishing Rod Holder
We all have seen those horrible pictures of a proud angler showing off his prize catch and the tackle he caught it on, wearing a fly rod in his mouth rather than a big smile.
Lets face it, handling a prize game fish for release, or trying to record it in a photograph with tackle in hand sometimes demands the skill of a juggler with three hands while your expensive gear is taking a soaking in the salt or bouncing off the rocks in a trout stream.
acts as a third hand holding your rod securely, out of harms way, while you release your catch, change fly's or pose for that priceless photo of your catch and the tackle used to capture it.
www.fishing-catalog.com /Polemate/rodmate.htm   (368 words)

  
 FFXI Fishing Database - Clan Wind
This column shows you the fish rank and points per fish, and max points for turning in that fish type each real world day.
It is always possible to catch a fish much higher than your level, but it is usually not practical to try to do so.
If you do specify a skill value, know that you may catch a fish that doesn't show up in the results because it's a fish you won't be able to catch on a consistent basis.
www.clanwind.com /ffxi/fishing   (718 words)

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