difference between a switch rod and a spey rod
What are some differences between spey and switch rods? Spey rods are 12'6 - 14' plus in length. Switch rods are 10'1 - 12'5 in length. Switch rods in theory can be cast with both hands or with just one hand. This depends on the type of line you are casting.
This is dictated by the difference in rod length. Because spey rods are longer, it is easier to cast further distances. Switch rods are better suited for nymphing than spey rods because of their shorter length and lighter weight makes them easier to stack mend line or highstick line.
Switch rod can be used single OR double handed. Spey rod can only be used double handed. Switch rods are normally between 10'6 and 12' long, where as a spey rod is normally between 12-14' long. A switch rod normally has a grip length of about 10-12 for the front grip and about 4-6 for the rear grip. Where as a spey will normally have around 14-15 for the front grip and 6 for the rear grip.