Lamiglas Rod Terminology


ACTION Lamiglas Rod Action

Rod action is the measurement of deflection or flex the rod exhibits under load, and more importantly, where that flex occurs along the length of the blank. "Extra Fast" actions concentrate more of the flex towards the tip. "Slow" actions distribute the flex progressively throughout the entire blank. Because there is no single, scientifically accurate measurement system accepted by the entire industry, not all actions are exactly alike. Lamiglas rod actions are dictated by a variety of factors: The intended application, targeted prey, lure weight, line weight and, quite honestly, what the professionals on the Lamiglas pro-staff recommend.


POWER. HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED?

Applicable to our salmon, steelhead and bass rods, "power" is defined by the amount of pressure required to flex the blank. These rods are designed to optimally manage a specific range of lure and line weights. The heavier the line and lure, the more power you'll need to cast, fight and pull effectively. The lighter the line and lure, the less power you'll need.


WEIGHT. LOSE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE

A rod that feels heavier each time you cast eventually slows you down. The type and amount of material used contributes greatest to this factor. Lamiglas selects the lightest material and components for the job, but resists the temptation to go "too light." All rods can break. (A fact so many other manufacturers want to keep secret.) Lamiglas designs rods that will cast for a lifetime, without ever leaving your arms lifeless.


TAPER - GENERAL

The measurement of the change in the diameter of the blank from tip to butt is known as taper. Many use the term synonymously with "action." But, actually, taper is one of the factors which rod builders use to achieve the desired action. An aggressive taper at the tip creates a faster action. A straight taper (one which changes at an equal rate throughout the blank) creates a moderate or slower action. And there are infinite combinations in-between.