fly casting problem
Pinwheeled you may have a couple of issues going on here. There are several pieces of information that you aren't giving that may be critical. What is the action of your rod? What is the length of your leader? Why are you adding tippet? (most leaders today are tapered leaders and the last 1.5 to 2 foot of material IS the tippet. Adding tippet gets the entire leader "out of formula" and causes it to hinge. What is the size of the fly? A 6x leader is small and would be appropriate for a very small fly (22-26 depending on design and whether wet or dry). What type and size is your indicator? Fly casting is a balancing act that also factors in wind and body mechanics. Every situation alters the balance and you have to make minor adjustments. Being able to lay out a good cast in your yard won't be the same on the water. Why? because of the friction and weight of the water itself. I'm glad to see people take up fly casting. To me it is a kind of fishing art form. If I can help you further, I live in Hendersonville and I've been doing this for 50 years. Just shoot me a message.
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