Like in any other sports, fly fishing has its own set of terms and jargon to talk about everything related to this
activity.
While it makes communicating with other fly fishing enthusiasts easier, it can be confusing to the average
person, much less to those who are just starting out with fly fishing.
To help out beginners, below are some fly fishing terms which will let newbies get the hang of them and let them understand what other more-experienced fly fishers are talking about.
Back-cast - is the act of casting the line by first throwing it backwards, letting it unfurl, then casting it
forward.
Buzzer - a term that refers to flies or any other insect that flies over the water.
Cover - the act of casting a fly to an area with a good number of fish.
Fly - an artificial lure which attracts fish by imitating a natural lure or by getting its attention with the lure’s
bright colors.
Fly Line - the line usually made of synthetic material to which the hook is attached.
Fly Reel - the object which holds the line. It comes in several types depending on several factors which include the materials used and function.
Fly Rod - the rod used specifically for fly fishing. It is usually made of bamboo, fiberglass and graphite.
Jig - a small and metal-headed artificial lure which usually has feathers on it.
What is listed above is only the most common terms used in fly fishing. However, they are enough to let beginners get by in conversations about the activity.
There are others more out there that beginners can pick up as one gains experience in this angling method.
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domingo, 29 de abril de 2012
Casting in Fly Fishing
Casting is a fundamental skill in fly fishing. It is the foundation of the sport thus it should be done correctly to
achieve the desired results. Below are a few things about casting that one should keep in mind when going fly fishing for the first time.
- It all starts out with the grip. The proper casting grip is one which has the thumb on top of the rod. This helps the fisher apply a greater force when casting.
- Before casting, any slack on the line should be removed. This would allow for a smooth forward and backward cast.
- The line must fly towards the direction where the person points the rod during the cast.
- The size of the loop depends on how the rod tip is moved when casting.
- The distance of a typical cast is usually a number of meters away from the caster. Long distance casts are
achieved by tons of practice.
The newbie may not get it right on his/her first few tries at casting. However, with the proper guidance from a more experienced companion and a lot of time dedicated to practice, the correct way of casting can be achieved.
Ideally, 15-30 minutes spent on practicing per day can help improve the beginner’s technique.
As a word of warning, practicing casting can be a dangerous activity. That is why beginners are advised to do their practice away from the water and away from a lot of people.
Fields are ideal spots to do this as there is a large room to accommodate errors that may prove dangerous in otherwise constricted areas.
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achieve the desired results. Below are a few things about casting that one should keep in mind when going fly fishing for the first time.
- It all starts out with the grip. The proper casting grip is one which has the thumb on top of the rod. This helps the fisher apply a greater force when casting.
- Before casting, any slack on the line should be removed. This would allow for a smooth forward and backward cast.
- The line must fly towards the direction where the person points the rod during the cast.
- The size of the loop depends on how the rod tip is moved when casting.
- The distance of a typical cast is usually a number of meters away from the caster. Long distance casts are
achieved by tons of practice.
The newbie may not get it right on his/her first few tries at casting. However, with the proper guidance from a more experienced companion and a lot of time dedicated to practice, the correct way of casting can be achieved.
Ideally, 15-30 minutes spent on practicing per day can help improve the beginner’s technique.
As a word of warning, practicing casting can be a dangerous activity. That is why beginners are advised to do their practice away from the water and away from a lot of people.
Fields are ideal spots to do this as there is a large room to accommodate errors that may prove dangerous in otherwise constricted areas.
If you desire to learn more about fly fishing, please download my FREE ebook:
What Is That Fly Fishing Thing ?
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sábado, 10 de marzo de 2012
Introduction to Fly Fishing
Fly Fishing is an angling method that aims to catch fish using artificial flies. Traditionally, salmon and trout are the types of fish caught using this method. But in recent times, a wide variety of fish have been added to the list like pike, carp and striped bass.
As an angling method, fly fishing differs from other methods in its technique for casting. Other methods rely on the weight of the lure to pull the line.
But in fly fishing, the line is cast rather than the lure since the lures used in this method are too light to be cast.
Casting in fly fishing can be compared to the way a whip unfurls when it is being cracked. It is said that a good angler can unfurl his/her line even before he/she does the return motion when casting.
This angling method has been around as early as 200 AD. It was first mentioned in a book entitled ‘Natural History’, written by a Roman author named Aelian.
One chapter of his book mentioned in passing the Macedonians’ way of catching their fish. It talked about how they tried to lure fish using imitation flies that they made themselves.
Based on Aelian’s description, the methods that they used are closely similar to the methods and purpose of the modern-day fly fisher in catching fish.
While it has been around for two millennia, fly fishing remains a relevant and exciting method of angling until this day and will remain so in generations to come.
As an angling method, fly fishing differs from other methods in its technique for casting. Other methods rely on the weight of the lure to pull the line.
But in fly fishing, the line is cast rather than the lure since the lures used in this method are too light to be cast.
Casting in fly fishing can be compared to the way a whip unfurls when it is being cracked. It is said that a good angler can unfurl his/her line even before he/she does the return motion when casting.
This angling method has been around as early as 200 AD. It was first mentioned in a book entitled ‘Natural History’, written by a Roman author named Aelian.
One chapter of his book mentioned in passing the Macedonians’ way of catching their fish. It talked about how they tried to lure fish using imitation flies that they made themselves.
Based on Aelian’s description, the methods that they used are closely similar to the methods and purpose of the modern-day fly fisher in catching fish.
While it has been around for two millennia, fly fishing remains a relevant and exciting method of angling until this day and will remain so in generations to come.
To Learn more about Fly Fishing, Download my FREE ebook "
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