Power Surfcasting [Paperback]

Ron Arra (Author), Curtis F. Garfield (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1991

Paperback. Authors, Ron Arra and Curt Garfield, Foreword by Nelson Bryant. Lyons & Burford, publishers. Includes black and white illustrations. Printed in the USA. Total 128 pages. Approximate 6 x 9 in size. Normal shelf wear. The spine is tight, the pages are clean and no tears. "Complete instructions for longer surfcasting by the Four Time National Surfcasting Champion." "Casting distance is the key to successful surf fishing. With scores of step by step photographs of Arra in action, and clear descriptions of all the casting nuances, Power Surfcasting will revolutionze the casts of beginning and veteran surfcaster alike." A great book for a good price. *6BC1

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Lyons Pr (June 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558211128
• ISBN-13: 978-1558211124
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,173,886 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unique, clearly written, practical for fisherman, September 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Power Surfcasting (Paperback)

Ron Arra has written a unique guide to increasing casting distance without losing sight of the needs of the average fisherman. Although competitive casting is touched on , very practical advice regarding equipment, lures and rigs, and special casting situations are covered. Photos and verbal descriptions of specific techniques are clear and concise. I was fortunate enough to have a teaching session with Mr. Arra and although he gave me specific advice on my own problems with casting, almost everything he told me was written in the text. He is as nice in real life as he comes across in his book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever been unable to reach breaking fish secondary to short casts. I was able to increase my distance by 30% after reading the book and with some practice!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars A great idea but hard to understand, July 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Power Surfcasting (Paperback)

The ability to cast long distances is an invaluable asset to any surf caster simply because it could make the difference between fish and no fish in certain situations. However, it is very unfortunate that the author was not very successful in teaching this concept due to poor production and inadequate visual aids.

I found the fuzzy, poorly reproduced sequential photographs of the casting motions difficult to follow. In my opinion, not photographs but a series of clear illustrations, showing the side and overhead view of the cast, could have served as an effective visual tool.

If nothing else, this book will at least make one aware of different casting techniques to increase casting distance which is valuable in itself.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars To all sports fisherman, a great book to read!, August 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Power Surfcasting (Paperback)

This interesting and great book that is easy to read and that's a classic for any sports fisherman who enjoys surfcasting. Reading this book. Power Surfcasting has helped me achieve casting distances that I have not been able to attain prior to reading this book. The casting techniques, knot tying, lure selection and bottom rigs for various fishing conditions, that one would desire to use are excellent suggestions. Proper rod and reel selection were a invaluable asset to help me significantly improve my fishing and casting abilities. Arra demonstrates the overall proper rod and reel selection to achieve casting distance and techniques for every sports minded fisherman. The Ron Arra video, Surf Fishing and Distance Casting demonstrates, poetry in motion and is a great companion to the book, Power Surfcasting by Ron Arra. To all sports fisherman, have a great day fishing.