Fundamental Skills: How to Cast

#1

To make a cast, start by positioning your body in the direction you want to cast.

#2

Hold the rod in front of you, pointing straight out and parallel to the ground.

#3

Hold the rod with your dominant hand, placing your hand where the reel meets the rod.

#4

Using your pointer finger, grab the line coming out of the reel.

#5

With the line secured against the rod, use your other hand to open the bail of your reel.

#6

From there, pull your rod back with your dominant hand, so it is next to you, keeping it parallel to the ground.

#7

To cast, quickly swing your rod forward so it points directly in front of you.

#8

As you whip the rod, release your pointer finger off of the line, but maintain your grip on the rod.

#9

Once your rod is in front of you, wait until the bobber lands in the water and then close the reels bail.

#10

You may need to reel in the line a couple inches until it is tight.