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Ron 'The Hat' Clay (ACA)
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We have debated this subject some years ago,yet I think it would be worthy of a second go since we have increased readership and a lot of new contributors.
I'll start the ball rolling by detailing what I believe to be the first 3 forms of angling requiring the most skill.
1: Fly fishing on still water using a floating line and a sinking fly or nymph. The reason it is the most skillfulis first of all excellent casting ability is required. Secondly, you have to judge accurately how deep the fish are feeding. Thirdly the rerieve, or lack ofit has to be executed to a nicety! Remember you are fishing in 3 dimensions too.
2: Trotting a float on a river. The technique of runningfloat tackle, especially with a centrepin reel takes a great deal of skill as does hitting the bite.
3: Lure fishing using a baitcasting reel. Once the technique of castingthese reels is acquired, then comeslearning the skills of accurate casting, working the lure and the importance of depth.
I will say in addition that all three methods listed require angling in three dimensions.
One of the reasons that I put fly fishing in number one spot is that it is the only form of angling where you might require the help of a professional tutor.
But what do you think?
I'll start the ball rolling by detailing what I believe to be the first 3 forms of angling requiring the most skill.
1: Fly fishing on still water using a floating line and a sinking fly or nymph. The reason it is the most skillfulis first of all excellent casting ability is required. Secondly, you have to judge accurately how deep the fish are feeding. Thirdly the rerieve, or lack ofit has to be executed to a nicety! Remember you are fishing in 3 dimensions too.
2: Trotting a float on a river. The technique of runningfloat tackle, especially with a centrepin reel takes a great deal of skill as does hitting the bite.
3: Lure fishing using a baitcasting reel. Once the technique of castingthese reels is acquired, then comeslearning the skills of accurate casting, working the lure and the importance of depth.
I will say in addition that all three methods listed require angling in three dimensions.
One of the reasons that I put fly fishing in number one spot is that it is the only form of angling where you might require the help of a professional tutor.
But what do you think?