# Fly fish rod length Created On: 08-14-2023 08:39 am Up:: [[Fly Fishing (MOC)]] Tags:: #note/evergreen🌲 Topics:: Related:: --- In general, most rods are going to be 8.5 - 9’ - this is the industry standard size. This is true for beginners, intermediate, and advanced anglers. The rod is a flexible lever, therefore, the longer the lever, the easier the job. Don’t overthink it; unless you have a very particular use case, a 9’ rod is going to be recommended. The length contributes to: - Rod balance - Reach and control of fly and leader