Tackle used is usually comparable to that used for these species from boats, but some differences are necessary such as rod length.

By now I couldn't see the rise, though a gentle sipping sound continued every few seconds just a rod length away.

The leader they use is about two rod lengths long plus enough for three or four turns on the reel.

A 169.1 mm (6.658 in) connecting rod length is used to achieve a 1.60:1 rod to stroke ratio.

Accustomed to often having bass hit at the end of a long cast, he was startled when they engulfed his lure a few rod lengths away.

This is the Total rod length minus the plenum length and end plugs.

The main differences between 351C/351M/400 engines are the connecting rod length, and the main bearing size.

Most rods have one more guide than the number of feet of rod length, not including the top guide.

The choice of rod lengths and line weights used varies according to local conditions, types of flies being cast, and/or personal preference.

Pistons motion animation with same rod length and crank radius values in graph above :