Some common reoccurring questions that has been sent in by a number of 'about to buy' viewers from Australia and New Zealand.

Question,
What distances can I expect to cast, Overhead and Single Spey, as I am a Mr Average/learner caster, under fishing conditions with a fishing fly attached.

The answers.
These figures are for the average, caster, with a Floating Head and 30lb class Running/Shooting line, using a Quick sinking Head will cast further, of course, there are numbers of casters who can cast past these distance, however again, the figures are for the average.

Rod length	Overhead	Single Spey
12 feet	85 feet	75 feet
13 feet	95 feet	80 feet
14 feet	110 feet	90 feet
15 feet	120 feet	100 feet

We would like to thank Simon Gawesworth, the Master Spey Caster from Rio Lines for his input into the above Single Spey figures.

Question,
Can I use a normal fly reel.

The answers.
Like all fly rods and reels, the reel must match the rod however in the case of the Double Overhead rod and saltwater fishing you will require a bigger reel, because of the backing required, the running/hauling line and then the Shooting Head or Scandinavian type of Head.

The size and or weight of the reel isn't a problem with Double Rods because weight is a postive factor in Rod balance.

Rod Balance
This single item is the most important thing in making casting and rod handling friendly and fun. Balance also increases line speed by allowing the rod tip to move freely and if it is allowed to move freely it can be made to move fast.

The balance should be 'just a bit' tip heavy, if your rods isn't balanced it is quite acceptable to add lead and tape this into position around the reel seat. This little additional weight can change dramatically how a rod feels and handles.

When purchasing your new rod, insist upon adding your reel and line to check the balance and or ask how the rod is balance with, what ever reel and line you intend to cast with.

Then enter the exciting new World of Overhead Casting with a real rod, a big rod, a Double Overhead Rod. Where you will like most people ask, why didn't I do this years ago ?

Question
Leader length

The answers.
Very generally, a leader equal to your rods length is idea, however this can change with the fly size, as an example a smaller fly, a longer leader and a larger leader a shorter leader.

To start your learning process a 'average' size fly and leader equal to the rod's length is the best selection.

Question.
Are small boats, 4 meters/12 foot suitable for fishing a long Overhead rod from?

The answers.
Simply yes !

 

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Leaders for Double Handed Rods, Overhead casting
Talon Rods
Talon Reels
Talon Double Rods
Talon RA Double Overhead Rods
Talon WMD Range of Overhead casting rods
Talon Advanced Running/Hauling lines
How to casting Double Overheads
Introduction to Double Overhead Rods

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If you would like to know more about the exciting World of Horsepower Fly Casting, contact Uncle Barry on Australia Ph/Fax 07 55 740 047 or email

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