Parts of a Fishing Rod

1. Parts of a Fishing Rod
While many fishing rods come in different designs and shapes,
some components cut across the board. The following are the main
parts of a fishing rod.
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2. Handle – Also known as the grip; this is the part of the rod that is held
by the hand. It is mostly made of wood, cork or foam and can either be
glued on or constructed through.

3. Reel Seat – This is the part of the rod where the reel attaches to the
pole. It can be made of graphite or plastic with the sole function of
preventing wobble or play of the reel while reeling in a fish.

4. Ferrules – If you notice a part of your fishing rod that requires
assembly, then that is the Ferrules.

5. Guides – From the name, you can tell that this part of the fishing rod is
used to control the fishing line. They are circular and made of ceramic,
plastic or metal depending on the expected friction. The location of the
guides on a rod depends on the type of reel used. Spinning rods have
their guides at the bottom while casting rod have their guides on top of
the rod. Also, the number of guides will depend on the length of the
rod.

6. Guides – From the name, you can tell that this part of the fishing rod is
used to control the fishing line. They are circular and made of ceramic,
plastic or metal depending on the expected friction. The location of the
guides on a rod depends on the type of reel used. Spinning rods have
their guides at the bottom while casting rod have their guides on top of
the rod. Also, the number of guides will depend on the length of the
rod.