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    Walter & Group...

    We can all learn from the teaching experiences of others.

    Let's start a topic on that subject.

    Some experiences will be positive.  Others will represent problems about which new instructors need to be aware, because they are problems which can dilute the learning experience and consume time which is better spent casting and teaching.

    The "kick-off" will be this list of tackle problems encountered over the years when Ally Gowan's students have appeared for lessons with their own tackle.       G.   :-



     

    Hi Gordy,

     

    Dennis?s excellent questions caused me to reflect on the things that I have found wrong with customers tackle and assembly over the years. Dennis may have a few more examples to add to my quick list all of which is unfortunately real and not imaginary! You may have other items to add from you experience too. The * items are not uncommon when outfits are bought as shop ?package deals?.

     

    So the question is:

     Customers arrive with their outfits, what could be wrong with their gear and/or how they assemble it?

    1. Insufficient backing

     

    1. Monofilament backing

     

    1. *Line/backing join large/untidy and on one occasion not connected!

     

    1. Line taken through wrong part of the reel

     

    1. Line taken through the fly keeper on the rod

     

    1. *Reel drag system set for opposite hand to the line wind

     

    1. Too much line on reel

     

    1. Line under turns on the reel

     

    1. Leader wound into the line around the reel drum

     

    1. Leader tangled inside the reel

     

    1. *WF line connected wrong way around

     

    1. *Single hand rod WF line sold for two handed rod

     

    1. Slack reel foot

     

    1. Reel mounted backwards

     

    1. Reel attached to the reel seat incorrectly (sliding rings misplaced)

     

    1. Reel needs lubrication

     

    1. Reel worn (gears/sharp edges)

     

    1. Fly line wrong rating for rod

     

    1. Fly line damaged or dirty or just worn out (rotten) 

     

    1. Fly line/leader connection worn/faulty/untidy

     

    1. Level leader (usually about 9ft of 4X or on a DH rod 12 ft of 15lb BS)

     

    1. Rod damaged or joints slack/worn/cracked

     

    1. Rod joints not taped (recommended for DH rods especially when a hook is not used)

     

    1. Cracked/damaged rod rings

     

    1. Missed or missing rod rings

     

    1. Rod handle too thick for person (one of my pet hates is any form of plastic or foam handle!)

     

    1. Tackle too heavy for person

     

    Best wishes,

    Ally Gowans

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     From Dennis Grant :

    hi Ally
     
    Great list, all so very true.
     
    Thanks for sending this.
     
    Dennis
     
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    To this I'll add :  Fly with hooks ,  bare tippets with no yarn, etc.,  a wide range of ineffective leader assemblies. corroded guides, rod with missing tip top or tip loose, rod which has been poorlly "repaired" after breakage,  rods with stuck ferrules (usually with guides misaligned).... the list goes on.    G.
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    Let's hear from you with your experiences... not just with tackle, but with group teaching of fly casting teaching in general.  We'll all learn.
     
    Gordy
     
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                                                                    ASSIGNMENT 
     
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    Dennis has suggested this assignment.  My thought is that actual participation by MCCI candidates would go a long way in helping them with their preparations.  I have added one statement in bold italics.   
     
    Masters, once certified, should be able to give presentations on almost any fly casting or fly fishing topic.  They should be sufficiently at ease to be able to do this upon request at any school, event, including  conclaves.    
     
    Gordy
     
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    YOUR ASSIGNMENT:
     
    Between now and the end of January.
     
    Contact you local school. Ask them if you can make contact with one of the teachers and arrange a fly casting/fishing presentation/
     
    If there isn't one available to you, volunteer to make this presentation at a teaching session given by one of our FFF member clubs, a Council meeting for your area, or Conclave.   G.
     
    The presentation must include.
     
    1. A minimum of 6 students (any age)
    2. A duration of one hour, maximum 4 hours.  Can be one session of 1 hour or 2 sessions /2 hours, or 4 sessions /1 hour (your choice)
    3. Must include at least 30 minute oral presentation
    4. Must include a 'hands on' casting experience
     
    If the school already has a program then please do not interfere but contact the person holding the classes and ask if you can take a part and make them aware you are doing a project.
     
    At the end of January 2010
     
    1. Send Gordy the lesson plan that you used.
    2. Submit a report on your experience.
        The good, the bad, and things that you might improve on
    3. Your overall impressions
     
    Have fun, Dennis
     
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