Your fishing rod has a limit to how much weight it can lift and cast effectively. This is called the “power” of the rod. Anglers can use this chart as a guide to match up the right rod, lure weight, and line size for the right balance.
| Rod Power | Lure Weight | Line Size |
|---|---|---|
| Ultralight | 1–4 lb test | 1/64–1/16 oz |
| Light | 4–8 lb test | 1/16–1/4 oz |
| Medium Light | 6–10 lb test | 1/4–1/2 oz |
| Medium | 8–12 lb test | 1/2–1 oz |
| Medium Heavy | 12–25 lb test | 1–4 oz |
| Heavy | 20–40 lb test | 4–8 oz |
| Extra Heavy | 25 lb test and above | 8 oz and above |