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Casting
To Tarpon
Before
you cast to a single fish or a school, you must determine
the proper distance to lead the fish so that your fly
sinks to a depth that will enable the tarpon to see
your fly at precisely the correct moment. Always try
to lead your target based on his direction and rate
of speed.
If
you have spotted a school of moving tarpon you should
cast in front of the pack. By doing this you increase
your odds that if the leading fish ignore your still
have a chance with the trailing fish. You must always
be vigilant when casting to a school of tarpon to never
cast into or over the school. If you drop a line over
a tarpon's back you are certain to send him exploding
off into the horizon.
Occasionally
you may find that a few short strips are needed to impart
action to the fly to get the fish's attention. There
is no formula for exactly when and how to strip a fly
for tarpon fishing. It is a seat of the pants action
that dictates you fly on instinct and gut reaction alone.
Like
all other sight casting techniques, the subtleties of
accuracy and timing take a great deal of experience
and practice to master. Take every opportunity at your
disposal to practice your casting and accuracy.
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