Steelhead/Salmon Fishing Rods

As someone that is pretty new to steelhead fishing, it took me some time to find the right rod. But after trying a couple and reading up on them all I came up with a list that I feel are some of the best ones out there. I not going to post this big review of each one because I have always felt like each person is different and they should find the one that's just right for them. It takes work to find the right one. This list I put together is just a starter's guide for you to get going finding the right rod for Steelhead or Salmon fishing. These rod also will work good for trout. I like light action rods when it comes to Steelhead fishing. Also, I would look for rods in the 8' to 11' size. Where I fish, I don't like to go over 9' rod

Fenwick HMX - around $100
Loomis GL2 - around $200
South Bend Noodle Rod - around $25
Berkley Select Air Salmon/Steelhead Rod (IM8 or IM7) - around $75
Daiwa Heartland Noodle Spinning Rod - around $80
Shakespeare Agility IM8 Noodle Rod -around $45

Loomis is by far the best one out on the market but the price is a little high. If you can afford it then by all means look hard at this rod.

Fenwick is second on my list and it a very good rod. The price is very fair.

The other ones are very good rods also. As you can see you don't have to have a lot of money to get a good rod. I own two of these rods. I own a Fenwick HMX rod and a Shakespeare Agility IM8 Noodle rod. I love them both.

I hope this help you get started when you are looking for a rod. Again, each person is different and you need to pick what feels right to you.