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Welcome to our blog! We will share tips, tricks, and experiences related to the sport of fly fishing. It does not matter if you are a seasoned angler or new, our goal is to have this blog provide valuable information and inspiration for your next day on the water. From choosing the right gear and perfecting your casting technique, to exploring new destinations and learning about conservation and ethics we hope that we'll help improve your game.

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Overhead Cast:

 

The overhead fly cast is the most basic and widely used fly fishing cast. It involves using a fly rod and fly line to cast the fly in the direction of the fish.

 

Check out our step-by-step guide on how to perform the overhead fly cast:

 

  1. Stand facing the direction you want to cast, with your feet shoulder-width apart and your body facing slightly sideways.
  2. Hold the fly rod with both hands, with your dominant hand on the top of the handle and your non-dominant hand on the bottom.
  3. Hold the fly line in your dominant hand, with your thumb and index finger on the line.
  4. Raise the rod behind you, holding the line with your thumb and index finger. As you do this, the fly line will unroll from the reel and extend behind you.
  5. When the rod is at a 45-degree angle behind you, stop and pause for a moment. This is called the backcast.
  6. Bring the rod forward in a sweeping motion, using your wrist and elbow to generate power. As you do this, the fly line will roll out in front of you.
  7. When the rod is at a 45-degree angle in front of you, stop and pause for a moment. This is called the forward cast.
  8. Repeat the backcast and forward cast until you have cast the fly to the desired location.

 

To practice the overhead fly cast, it is best to start with short casts and gradually increase the distance as you become more comfortable with the technique. With practice and experience, you will be able to make longer and more accurate casts.