One of the basics covered when you learn to fly fish should be how to select a rod. This is completely based upon the type of fish you are going after. Fly fishing rods are numbered lowest to highest meaning a low number such as a #3 would be for something such as trout stream fishing while a larger numbered rod such as a #12 would be for Tarpon or other large game fish.
The other number to consider would be the length of the rod. A 9′ rod is probably the most popular length and a very good choice when you first begin to learn fly fishing because you can cast longer distances and have better control without getting tired. If you are going to start to learn fly fishing rod osrs on a small stream or river with tight spaces a 9′ rod can be very frustrating because of the tight spaces in these locations. You may want to look for a 7′ or even smaller rod for this type of fishing.
You also have the action of the rod which means how much of the rod will bend when you are in the process of casting. Fast action rods are those that only bend at the tip, medium about half way down and slow which can bend all the way down to the grip when casting. Medium action rods are probably the top choice of experienced anglers and also the best choice when you begin to learn fly fishing because they are far more forgiving than other action rods and offer more accuracy. The downside is you will lose a little distance on your casting which is not as important as accuracy when in the learning phases.
The grip should not be overlooked as it will play the most important role in your comfort when FISH FINDER. Full well grips are designed for those with large hands and for smaller hands or lady anglers a half well grip may be the best choice.
As far as manufacturers pretty much all the common names build quality rods and for those who are just starting to learn fly fishing I would recommend getting one of the value priced rods until you become a more proficient angler.