The 3 Rs
Wrong, Remedy, Right: Common flycasting problems and their solutions

   

 
 
Many learning casters experience 3 common faults as they begin to learn how to flycast.  These are basic functional problems that many times carry over from other forms of casting.  And, because flycasting is "different", it isn't immediately "user friendly" to all learners as they start out.  By applying these simple remedies to correct each issue when it is first noticed, you will immediately improve the performance for the caster . . .  be it a student or yourself.

WRONG:

The problem


REMEDY:

How to fix the problem


RIGHT:

The proper result

Using too much wrist (or too soon) Use a TITE LOOP on the wrist Wrist is aligned with the forearm
Going back too far with the rod tip "Hit the bill of your cap" trick Back cast finishes in upright position
The elbow comes out &/or up Place a fish under the elbow Elbow: the foundation of the cast
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