Fishing evolution

By michael86ellis
  • 2016 BCE

    First fishing rods

    The first fishing rod dates back to about 2000 years ago. They have changed drastically since then.
  • Period: 2016 BCE to

    Fishing rod evolution

  • First form of change

    First form of change

    Horton Manufacturing Company made the first steel fishing rod made in 1913.

  • New type of rod

    Now the fishi industry if booming and they need a new type of rod. The fiberglass rod was created by Robert Gayle and Mr.McGuire.

  • Modern types of poles.

    Now there is all kinds of rods including, fly rods, baitcasting rods, and spinning rods. The rods come in all different types of lengths, actions and powers.
  • Evolution

    Evolution

    The rods have come from being just sticks to steel, and now glass and many other types. The rods now are technique specific and can vary depending on the bait, species and conditions that you're fishing.