Fly casting problems

[danos]

Hi

I have an old fly rod that i havent used in a few years. I gave it a cast recently and am having trouble getting the line out through the runners for a decent cast. Would this be because the line is old and lost its protective coating? and/or could it have something to do with the runners on the rod?

Also, the rod is a 9 weight Gillies Delux which i bought when i first started fly fishing and am wondering how these compare with newer, more expensive rods on the market in terms of casting length?

Thanks
Dane

[Strikezone_fly]

If your line is old it wouldn't help your casting. Inspect it for cracks, if so it needs to go in the bin. If not try a fly line cleaner, a clean line will make a big difference.
Most expensive rods cast well however you can find cheaper rods that will cast just as good. I would look for something with a life time warranty.. I think Black Shadows fly rods do and they cast okay. I am sure there are quite a few on the market these days. A good tackle shop should let you have a cast before you buy. I hope that helps.

[Nick_Currey]

Hi Dane,

Probably the line and not the rod. If line has lost its protective coating - the smoooth bit, then will not flow through the guides. Give teh line a clean and check for cracking etc

Cheers

NC