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The Orvis Guide to Better Fly Casting: A Problem-Solving Approach

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I have long held the belief that it was nearly impossible to become a proficient fly caster by reading a book, but after reading "The Orvis Guide to Better Fly Casting" I have changed my mind.

By following the step by step instructions Al Kyte gives in the chapter on "The Short Overhead Cast" I would expect that someone just learning to cast would soon learn the mechanics required to become a proficient fly caster.

For experienced casters (especially those who enjoy teaching) his insights on the different styles world-class casters use in their distance casting will definitely broaden your knowledge of the science of casting.

His separation of "substance and style" issues will go a long way to enlighten teachers about the key fundamentals in casting. Learning about style differences should help them avoid the "do it like me" trap that most of us fall into.

I found his training-aid (it involves the clever use of a child's nerf ball) for getting better shoulder rotation was a big help in my own casting. Just goes to show that regardless of your level, there is always something you can do to get better casting mechanics. (Paul Arden and Steve Rajeff might be an exception to that rule.)

This book should be a useful addition to anyone's casting library. You will find his approach to teaching you how to analyze and correct your own casting faults will be a valuable tool in learning to become a better caster and instructor.

As a novice caster, this book was just what I was looking for. I picked it up at the library to review, then had to buy my own for future use. Other books give you instruction. But what if it just isn't working out right for you? Then what? That's where this book steps in and helps you identify and solve those problems.

This book is EXCELLENT. The author guides you through step by step methods of improving your flycasting.

The author's years of experience in teaching and flycasting is brought to you in an understandable overview.

I've watched numerous DVDs and read other books on flycasting. This is the BEST.