Fly Rod Action Explained (Fast, Medium, Slow) | Tip of the Week #7

Say you're shopping for a new fly rod. You've probably heard them all described in different ways, but one common phrase you've seen is "this rod's action is fast" or "this has a sweet, soft action."

What the heck does action mean? And how does it impact the way a rod performs on the water?

Well, it's pretty simple! So in this Tip of the Week, we're breaking down what fly rod action is, how it impacts a rod's performance on the water, and how you can use this information to pick the right rod for any fly fishing job you might run into.

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