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Where are the next in the series !
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Hi Guys,
I will do a series of casting tutorials and trust it will help some newcomers and also some of the older ballies who know all about casting a fly 40m
Good fly casting starts with the proper body position and also the connection between caster and the fly rod, the grip. Body and hand movement will determine the path of the rod tip and ultimately where the fly will en up. Here is the basics.
The Grip
Thumb on top
Positives
- Effective power application during the power snap (quick acceleration followed by sudden stop on both the forward and back cast).
- Offers effective control during all phases (loading phase, power snap phase, follow through/drift phase) of both the forward and back stroke.
- Great for accuracy when needed – the fly will end up in the direction which the thumb stopped during the forward stroke.
"Tennis Racket" Grip
- I often see fly anglers gripping the rod in this way, avoid this one like the plague, offers no positives.
Index finger on top.
Positives
- This grip offers some degree of control when accuracy is needed, mainly on streams. The thumb on top is still superior as an all round grip.
Negatives
- Lack of power during the power snap.
- Not suitable for heavier rod weights.
Body Position
Turning sideways
Positives
- This position allows a longer casting stroke since the casting arm can be moved further back without rotating the upper body.
- See how the line straightens without rotating the upper body.
- A fly rod can be compared with a bow and arrow, the more it bends (longer casting stroke) the further the arrow flies i.e. casts further.
Negatives
- Not the best position for accuracy.
Standing Square
Positives
- This position offers greater accuracy over shorter distances like when fishing streams.
Negatives
- Shorter stroke length (less distance), due to limited arm movement.
- When looking back the upper body rotates which causes the rod tip to move inwards in a curved shape, opening up the casting loop.
Awesome
Where are the next in the series !
/d
What ever you do never confuse Fishing With catching Fish !!!!
Fish Are Friends Not Food
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Nice Philip, looking forward to the rest
Regards
Craig
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