Trout Fishing Rods – What is the Best Fishing Rod For Trout?

As a person who has been fishing for trout for more than two decades, I can honestly say that other than a pair of waders that doesn’t leak, the fishing rod that you use when trout fishing is as important a piece of equipment as there is. Many trout fishermen, especially "newbies", tend to think that the fishing rod that is used when fishing for trout doesn’t matter that much, but nothing could be further from the truth. Trout fishing rods do matter and in this post I will outline a few of the best fishing rods for trout.

The biggest key to remember with any trout fishing rod is that the rod is ultralight power. You can see the designation as to the "power" of the rod in the description of the rod itself. You will a 'ul' in the description of the rod, which designates the 'power'. In almost all trout fishing scenarios an ultra light power rod should be used.

Rather than actually listing "the best" of the trout fishing rods, I am going to list the 3 best that I personally have used, and you can use this information to make a more informed decision the next time that you are in the market for a new trout fishng rod.

1. Fenwick HMG Spinning Rod - The Fenwick HMG rod in either the four foot nine or five foot six inch length is a great fishing rod for trout. These graphite rods provide excellent feel, and are particularly good when used while fishing most any trout fishing lure or when fishing with any type of "fly fishing bubble". These rods are moderately priced at just about $100 and come with a limited lifetime warranty.
2. St Croix Triumph Spinning Rod - St Croix Premier Series spinning rods make great trout fishing rods no matter which type of trout bait that you choose to employ. You can get either a five, five foot six, or six foot version of the Triumph series, all of which make excellent rods for trout fishing. These are the rods that I am currently using and I couldn't be happier. They come with a five year warranty.
3. Cabela's Pro Guide PTC Spinning Rod - This is the most economical of the trout fishing rods being outlined at just under $50, but don't let the moderate price tag fool you. The 100% graphite blanks deliver awesome strength and sensitivity and fast-action tips provide quick, precise casts and rapid hook-sets that are needed when trout fishing.

The bottom line is that if you are an avid trout fisherman, the best fishing rod to use for trout can more than likely be found among the aforementioned choices.

Trout Fishing Rods - The Features Of A Quality Spinning Rod

When it comes to trout fishing rods the choices that are available seem almost endless, yet using a quality spinning rod is important to experiencing success when fishing for the beautiful species of fish that are known as 'trout'. I have been fishing for trout for more than two decades and in that time have personally used many different trout rods, some good, some not so good, and I know from experience how important it is to be using the correct type of rod when you are fishing for trout.

If you want to know how to choose the best fishing rod to use while fishing for trout this article is for you. Below I will list what I have learned to be the most important features that all quality trout fishing rods have in common. Armed with this information you will be able to determine the best choice for you and your favorite style of fishing amongst the many choices that are available to trout fishermen.

1. The Grip (or Handle) - The handle of the fishing rod (where your reels is attached) is the first thing that varies from rod to rod. Grips are made from foam or cork and the choice as to which is best is usually up to personal preference. To me cork has always felt better to my hand, so cork grips are what I prefer when it comes to a trout fishing rod. The second aspect of the handle is the way in which your spinning reel attached to the handle. There can be a plastic screwing mechanism or just two plastic rings that need to be taped to the grip to secure the reel. Again, the better option is usually up to personal preference.


2. The Action - The action of a rod refers to the how much of the fishing rod bends when you put pressure on the tip, and the speed with which the rod returns to its neutral position. The construction material and construction method of a rod affects its action. You can look on the rod itself and see what the manufacturer says the action is and in the case of trout fishing rods what you are looking for is 'ul' which stands for ultralight.


3. The Length - The length of the fishing rod is pretty self explanatory, and refers to how long the rod itself is. Normal trout rods are from four feet to five feet six inches long and longer trout fishing rods are usually six feet six inches to seven feet long. A longer rod is normally used when one of two trout fishing scenarios are being dealt with: long distance casts are needed or you are river fishing for trout when water conditions are higher and deeper than normal. It's a good idea for every trout angler to have a normal and a long rod available to them so that they can use the one that is best suited for the situation that they find themselves in.

No matter what brand name you choose to go with, the bottom line is that the aforementioned features will all come together to make the best trout fishing rod for you and your favorite method of spin fishing for trout.

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