Stop Blaming Your Fly Rod—Stretch Your Fly Line First

If your fly line has coils, won’t shoot through the guides, or just doesn’t cast like it should, the problem might not be your fly rod at all. In this video, I show the two simple methods I use to stretch my fly line: • A quick 30-foot stretch at the water before I start fishing. • A full fly line stretch at home to remove memory and improve performance. I also talk about when I use fly line conditioner, when I don’t, and how these simple habits help keep my fly lines performing their best all season. Whether you’re new to fly fishing or you’ve been doing it for years, this is one of the easiest ways to improve your casting with gear you already own. If you found this helpful, I’d appreciate it if you’d subscribe to Gravel Road Angler for practical fly fishing tips, gear reviews, and adventures from ponds, lakes, rivers, and back roads. Thanks for watching! #flyfishing #flyline #flycasting #troutfishing #bluegill #bassfishing