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could when wading. One of the longest underhand casts I ever 

 made was when fishing from a bank in that position, and I have 

 found it so useful that I recommend those who may not know 

 it to give it a trial. 



To make a Spey cast successfully, the line should be allowed 

 to be carried well down the stream, straight and tight to its 

 fullest extent, the point of the rod following the direction of the 



DE, river bank ; A, where angler stands holding rod, faced left about three-quarters from 

 ordinary casting position ; A H c, position of rod, line, and fly before making forward 

 cast, keeping line clear of the bank A F G, position of rod and line after the cast is 

 made. 



fly and held very low. Before making the cast the whole line 

 should be lifted clear of the water. If it is allowed to drag 

 under the surface of the water the cast cannot be made. A rod 

 with a powerful top must be used, and one which has great 

 lifting power. The Spey fishermen, who I think are the finest- 

 underhand casters in the world, use rods made especially for the 



