Moderate Fast Action Rod

The action of a rod is determined by where a rod flexes along the blank.

Moderate fast action rod.

A fast action fly rod or steelhead rod will bend much lower and more easily than a fast action. More forgiving than a fast action rod a moderate action rod is somewhat flexible but also offers a good degree of stiffness. I use most all baits but probably use soft plastics such as worms and lizards the most. The rod s action influences how it casts how sensitive the tip is and the rate at which it transfers the hook set to the bait at the end of the line.

A fast action rod will bend in the top third or less of the blank a medium or moderate action rod will bend in the top half or so and a slow action rod will bend starting in the lower third of the rod and into the handle. A moderate fast or light action will bend nearly a third of the way down the rod blank which is considered slow. Presentations and techniques that benefit from fast action rods are jigs texas rigged and carolina rigged worms. I originally wanted a fast action but fenwick did not have one in that model.

This description is subject to the type of rod you may be talking about at the time. Moderate action rods flex more near the middle of the blank. Sometimes slow action rods are termed parabolic meaning the bend of the rod is similar throughout the length. Is a moderate fast action between medium and fast.

Fast action is popular because it provides sensitivity for monitoring bites and can quickly load up for hook setting. Fast action bends in the top 20 30 of the rod and it is the most common action rating. Improved line control and accuracy over fast action. I recommend fast action for all beginners and anyone trying out a handful of different techniques or targeting different species.

A fast action rod will bend in only the top third or less of the blank a medium or moderate action will bend in the top half or so and a slow action will bend starting in the lower third of the rod. Faster action rods flex mostly near the tip. The moderate fast action is an advantageous choice for presenting moving baits but when spooling up with 40 or 50 pound braided line the moderate fast action can become suitable for casting plastics and jigs. Because of the additional rod flex energy distribution and forgiveness this is one of the most versatile bass rods you can own.

Rod actions this describes where the rod bends when pressure or weight is applied to the rod. During casting a moderate action rod will bend moderately for half of its length and the lower half will remain stiff. I am looking at a fenwick hmg 7 medium heavy rod with a moderate fast action. The moderate to slow action blanks are usually good for multi hook treble lures such as crank baits rattle baits and jerk baits.

Slower action rods flex down into the butt section. Suited to widest range of fishing conditions great versatile rod choice for beginners.