Casting Angles

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Summary: Excellent book on casting for the dedicated angler
Review: AS the other reviewer mentioned, most books on casting expect the student to be satisfied with one or two basic approaches to the art. Mac Brown takes the genre to a higher level by describing the physical forces that control casting and then suggesting a variety of techniques that enable the angler to present the fly in a variety of subtle and creative ways. Despite the clear writing, the book requires a certain degree of effort to master the material. It is time well spent. The author puts the reader in a position to deal with fly fishing much like the expert golfer deals with the short game--the cast (or shot) is different in many situations, but the tools are available to solve the problem presented by the river. Mac is also a great teacher and guide, for those who might be in Western North Carolina.

Rating:
Summary: Excellent book on casting for the dedicated angler
Review: AS the other reviewer mentioned, most books on casting expect the student to be satisfied with one or two basic approaches to the art. Mac Brown takes the genre to a higher level by describing the physical forces that control casting and then suggesting a variety of techniques that enable the angler to present the fly in a variety of subtle and creative ways. Despite the clear writing, the book requires a certain degree of effort to master the material. It is time well spent. The author puts the reader in a position to deal with fly fishing much like the expert golfer deals with the short game--the cast (or shot) is different in many situations, but the tools are available to solve the problem presented by the river. Mac is also a great teacher and guide, for those who might be in Western North Carolina.

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Summary: Great Book -- Technical Study of Casting
Review: I will not go into great detail, except to say that this is a unique book and is very helpful to a person who desires to become a good to expert caster. I have read in excess or 50 casting books and this is a must; one of the top 5 or 6. John C. Till

Rating:
Summary: Great Book -- Technical Study of Casting
Review: I will not go into great detail, except to say that this is a unique book and is very helpful to a person who desires to become a good to expert caster. I have read in excess or 50 casting books and this is a must; one of the top 5 or 6. John C. Till

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Summary: Excellent text for learning all types of casts¿a classic
Review: This was the most in depth and most useful text that I have read ever on the subject of fly casting. Most of the text dealing with fly casting always have a McDonald's (A,B,C...) approach. Mac's book, Casting Angles, brings out several dozen styles which can be tailored to the individual. His knowledge as a fly casting instructor is genius-he takes the reader to new realms in the last chapter entitled "Enlightenment Casting". This is a must read for all fly casters that are always seeking tips for improving their skill.