Friday, January 29, 2010

Travel Fishing Rods

Travel Fishing Rods - Be Ready All the Time
For a keen fisherman, travel fishing rods become a fairly essential piece of equipment. They are perfect to carry around for that camping vacation, weekend away on the coast, or impromptu day off.

Good travel rods are compact, yet do not sacrifice quality or functionality. There are many types of rods available designed especially for travelling. Most offer all the same important features as their regular versions. You just need to have a look around, and know what you are looking for! Easy... right? Most of the time, yes!

You are are candidate for a travel rod if:

- You are someone who enjoys fly fishing as a pastime
- You know someone who would appreciate the advantages of having a travel fishing rod
- You are looking to buy someone a great 'fishing gift'.

Bottom line, all travel fishing rods are a tool used to catch fish. In most instances the pieces are collapsible, requiring assembly before use. Among the most commonly used rods are: Trailing; Telescopic; Fiber; Tenkara; Spin and Bait Casting; Spinning; Ultra-light; and Ice, Sea and Surf Rods.

It is important to purchase a fishing rod best suited to the requirements. In general, picking out a good fishing rod will depend on the required resistance to breaking. Plus its overall performance with regards to angling and casting. Of all the things to consider, the most important one is, without a doubt, ensuring the rod you buy is right for the type of fishing to be done.

Travel rods come in various sizes and designs, which is why it is so important to know the type of fishing to be done. A fly fishing travel rod, for example, is not suitable when it comes to handling big fish. For that kind of expedition, a Trolling Rod or Surf Rod are best. This generally is the case when targeting medium to large sized fish.

Travel rods typically come in exploded designs of four to seven pieces. Plus they have also recently benefited from technology. Well, what hasn't these days? One can now get very precise handling specifications.

Another thing you should know is that most quality travel fishing rods also come with a case. That is important because it makes life a whole lot easier when you are out and about. So, don't just grab a few sticks in a bag! Purchase a good quality travel rod and you'll always be prepared to hook up with some hot fishing action.

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