What Rods Cost
Rods can cost a few dollars or many hundreds of dollars. Picking one that does a good job for you without spending too much money is not hard if you spend some time looking at rods and learning about them. A basic rod costing less than $50 is suitable for many kinds of fishing and will serve you well. As you get more experienced and want specialized rods and higher quality rods, you may spend more.
Compare the cost of rods, because prices vary greatly for the same rod. It's a good idea to check prices online, in catalogs, and in the store before you buy a high-quality rod. Just make sure you're comparing the exact same rod in all places.
At some point in your fishing career you may decide to purchase a custom-made rod. Nothing is better because a good rod maker will find out exactly what you want and fill that desire. A good custom-made rod becomes an extension of your hand and will give you better a feel than others. Of course, this quality doesn't come cheap. It is not unusual to pay several hundred dollars for a basic custom rod for casting, and specialized rods cost even more. Consider a custom-made rod when you reach the time in your fishing that you want the best, and can afford it.
