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Originally Posted by 1dozenraw
So, if I am getting what you are saying, I should try and kept the rod in a more horizontal position when I start to load it rather than vertical and snap loading, which would have the same effect as lifting a fish with the rod tip pointed skyward???? Am I getting it right or am I just confused. I'm asking because I have an Arra 1084 that I like and I'll pay a little attention if it prevents a blow-up. Thanks.
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Probably. I think there is also a rod length and timing issue. With shorter rods and fast backcasts, if you hesitate at the end of your backcast the lure will drop or swing towards the rod shaft and start up and over from a sharper angle. With longer rods, I've come to believe the best option is to slowly position the rod behind you with the plug hanging at 90 degrees, then start your cast with an upward lift and twist to start loading the rod before coming forward. Whatever your style, start smooth and apply power in mid cast rather than trying to accelerate too quickly. Speed applied before the rod is loaded and "locked up" is counterproductive and risky. Be clear that I am no authority on this and don't even consider myself much of a caster. Just that years of flyfishing trained me to think about what the blank and weight position is doing when it is behind me during a cast. Hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts and we can all learn something.
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