Walter & Group...
Question from Ron Thomas on parallel loops:-
Hey Gordy,
Happy New Year to you...
One question, when taking the casting portion of the Master's exam, how particular are the Masters when examining loops that are out of parallel?
Is there some expectation during casting that not every cast will have "perfect" parallel loops? I'm a very athletic, and I noticed as I gained muscle mass overtime, I have to adjust my stroke to keep the legs of the loop within 2 in. of vertical when casting in this plane.
Any feedback would be appreciated...
Thanks,
Ron
Allen Thomas,
FFF Certified Casting Instructor
1715 21st
Street
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601
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Ron....
As I look at it, the most important thing is for the candidate to have good loop CONTROL.
To me, that means being able to make what ever loop configuration you need to accomplish a particular task. For example, you might need to demonstrate a wide loop without parallel arms for casting a weighted nymph, or for some slack line casts.
When making various loops on command you need to demonstrate this kind of control. Of the three basic loops (tight, wide & tailing) the only one to have parallel arms would be the small or tight loop.
It's a good idea when teaching distance casting to demonstrate loop arms which are as parallel as you can make them, so the examiners will want to see you do that as you tackle your distance event.
For accuracy casting, most examiners will want to see you demonstrate this control as being as important as actually hitting the target.
Your second paragraph suggests to me that you may also be talking about loop PLANE. One can cast with a loop which assumes a different plane than that of the rod, but I don't see that as assuming importance during the MCCI exam.
Gordy