Graphite Fishing Rod or Pole - 3 of the Best Rods

Graphite Fishing Rod or Pole - 3 of the Best Rods

When shopping for a graphite fishing rod, there are a few things to keep in mind. You'll want a strong, lightweight fishing pole. If the pole is too heavy and you plan to hold it while fishing, your arms will tire out, often before you're ready to call it a day.

You'll find a graphite fishing rod comes in a number of lengths and weight specifications. Lightweight poles are generally best for small fish that do not put up much of a fight, such as Sunfish and Yellow Perch. Medium poles are great for Trout, Salmon and Bluegills. Meanwhile, you'll need a heavy fishing pole for heavier fish like Marlin or Tuna.

There are dozens of graphite fishing pole manufacturers. Learn which receive the highest ratings from anglers of all experience levels.

G. Loomis

I-Cast named G. Loomis's Pro Green graphite fishing poles as the Best of Show in 2009. The saltwater fishing poles are incredible strong and ready to reel in a huge saltwater fish. Swordfish and shark are no match for the Pro Green.

R.L. Winston Rod Co.

R.L. Winston sells graphite composite and graphite fishing rods. The rods are suitable for fly fishing, saltwater angling and freshwater fishing. One of the benefits to R.L. Winston graphite fishing poles is the availability of professional anglers in all areas of the United States. These professionals only use R.L. Winston fishing poles and happily answer questions you may have.

The Boron II-MX was the Editor's Choice Award winner for Fly Fish America. It's a lightweight, durable graphite fishing rod and reel combo that features a dual-locking reel seat and cork handle.

St. Croix

St. Croix manufacturers fishing rods for all types of fishing. Whether you want to go ice fishing or simply plan to sit on a river bank and spend a lazy afternoon, St. Croix fishing poles will exceed your expectations. Their Legend models use super-high modulus graphite to create a lightweight pole that withstands even the strongest of fish.

They also employ modern technology in the design of each fishing rod. St. Croix's patented IPC technology goes into every graphite fishing rod to create a solid pole that doesn't snap when bent excessively.

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