Video: How to Cast a Fly Rod, the Basics


The most popular casting video that Pete Kutzer has ever done is “The Basic Fly Cast” (below), which has been viewed almost 1.2 million times. But I am a big believer that people learn in many different ways, and a lesson that resonates for one person may not work for another. So I am always looking for other teaching methods and descriptions that offer a different take.

Former Orvis Fishing Manager Cinda Howard, who now runs Fly Fish Arizona and Beyond, has produced a great video on fly casting, in which she discusses the basics–from the grip to the shape of the loop–in simple, easy-to-understand terms. I particularly like her “answering the phone” analogy for the backcast. So check it out, and share it with any new anglers or those who want to start.

7 thoughts on “Video: How to Cast a Fly Rod, the Basics”

    1. todo mi equipo de pesca es Orvis muy interesante los vídeos necesito traducción al español grscias

  1. Cinda,
    Great video! Thank you for all you have taught me over the years. When I get complements on my cast I always give you full credit!

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