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so that the line will pay out faster, but 

 leave sufficient room in case of reeling up 

 in the dark, otherwise the line is apt to 

 get jammed. 



THE LINE. 



Select a waterproofed line that in thick- 

 ness and weight compares favourably with 

 the build of the rod. Much depends upon 

 this in casting. A tapered line is also an 

 advantage. Otherwise use a tippet or 

 casting-line of taper-twisted gut about five 

 or six feet long. For a beginner a casting- 

 line is a good help in learning to cast. 

 It is difficult to give instructions in 

 writing for the novice to accomplish this 

 seemingly simple task. However, the 

 following hints will be found useful: 



How TO CAST. 



Commence with a moderate length of 

 line one of not more than sixteen or 



