Use the roll cast fly fishing technique when there is no room behind you to cast. You can practice this cast on the water. Learn how to choose the best fly line for roll casting based on how the target fish feed.
Roll casting is a very efficient and effective form of fly casting when fishing on creeks or streams. The primary purpose of the roll cast is to give you the ability to cast when a backcast is not possible. Roll cast fly fishing is also effective when there is a stiff wind at your back or need to just quickly reset your fly.
Follow these four steps to get started on practicing how to cast in tight spots:
That’s pretty much all there is to the technique of roll casting. However, roll cast fly fishing is always more successful when using the right roll casting fly line. If you are targeting fish that come to the surface, your best bet is to opt for floating line, which is denoted by (F) in tackle shops. On the other hand, if your target feeds underwater, it is best to use sinking line, identified by an (S) on the package.
Some content courtesy of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
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