The Perfect Cast

Gary Borger

Fly Fisher/Fly Tier/Author

Gary Borger is a master caster and well-known on the Fly Fishing Show circuit for his simple explanations and fly-casting demonstrations. Gary presents casting development and skill acquisition, from rod grips to highly detailed descriptions of the three core methods of fly casting. He also details the essential Acceleration, Loop Formation, and Energy Transfer (A.L.E.) plus much, much more. Listen in and I know your casting will improve.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• What is a Perfect Cast?
• What are the two cardinal rules of fly casting?
• What are some effective ways to practice casting?
• What rod grips are most commonly used?
• What stances should you use when casting?
• What is A.L.E?
• When doing a forward cast, do you break your wrist at the end of your cast?
• How do you control your loop?
• What should your line managing hand be doing when you are casting?
• What is the best way to cast a weighted nymph rig?
• How much line should you have out when casting?
• What is the best way to pick up line out of the water?
• What is the best way to mend your line?
• Why do you need to be able to cast more than 40 feet?