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Fishing rods are precision tools and outfitting yourself with the right size is a must. Unfortunately, many anglers fixate on the materials and overlook the length altogether. This is a big mistake as size has a large impact on the distance, accuracy, leverage, and comfort of your fishing rod.

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Ultimately, much of choosing a rod size comes down to preference, your physical measurements, and where you plan to fish. Longer rods are generally more adept at casting greater lengths, while shorter rods are more accurate, but less capable of long casts.

Whether you’re new to fishing or a long-time angler looking to re-size, we’ll cover everything you need to know to find your perfect rod length.

How Does Fishing Rod Size Impact Performance?

Using a correctly sized fishing rod can make or break your day on the water.

More specifically, rod size will impact your cast in the following four ways.

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1. Distance: Long rods make it much easier to complete a long-distance cast. Something to keep in mind is that the longer the rod is the less accurate it will be.
2. Accuracy: Shorter
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