Throw a Drink in My Face

Throw a Drink in My Face

The best description of the gradual, controlled acceleration motion that is the foundation for any good fly cast was offered up by Steve Rajeff, arguably the best caster and all-around angler to ever pick up a fly rod.

He said to imagine throwing a glass of water (or beer, if you’re so inclined) toward another person. You don’t just chuck it. You lift it off the table, accelerate as you aim and then stop suddenly to let the liquid fly.

Imagine doing that when you make your cast and, while you might not throw the line as far as Steve does, you will cast with more distance and accuracy.

Simon Gawesworth works you through the basic fly cast.