"...the ability to know exactly what you
are doing when it comes time to face-off with a
big GT is essential. Prior understanding and
preparation is key - this section aims to help
you with these aspects."
The best GT cast is a smooth, powerful cast
capable of launching 120 grams plus of weight as
far a distance as possible. This type of cast is
needed for the following reasons:
Casts need to be powerful due to large
lure weights.
Casts need to be long - it
is best to keep your distance in order to
avoid spooking fish by the boat and other
noises.
Casts need to be long - sometimes heavy
swells and wave action mean that
considerable distance is required to be kept
in order to stay safe and out of danger.
Cast need to be long - putting the lure
in prime strikezone beyond anyone else is
likely to increase your chances at the
biggest resident GT.
Here are some useful points on how to do the
'GT' cast.
The GT cast is achieved by using a pendulum like cast.
Start with the rod almost parallel with water/ground.
The best drop (amount of line you have from the tip of your rod to the lure) is as much as you can comfortably handle, can be between 1 – 1.5 metres or the lure even resting in the water.
Resting the lure in the water can also
assist to generate more load on the rod as
you begin the casting action.
Power should be applied gradually during the action, maximum force should be achieved by the end of cast.
Casting action should end around 10/11 o’clock, keeping the rod tip high but at an angle.
Your foregrip hand should be in the middle/lower segment of your foregrip so that you can still comfortably hold the shock leader/PE mainline.
“Punch” aggressively towards the end of the casting action.
Your bottom grip hand should be somewhere in the lower segment of the bottom grip, you should ‘whip’ the bottom of the rod forcefully, back towards your body, nearing the end of the action.
Make sure your stance is correct during
the cast for maximum stability and strike
readiness. Usually, it is best to have the
opposite foot forward to the hand that you
are casting with i.e. the hand that holds
the foregrip. This is recommended because
you should start working your popper as soon
as it hits the water - a GT strike can
happen almost instantaneously!
Other Tips
As with all fishing, the diameter of your line (PE) will have an effect on casting length. A lower PE will cast easier and usually longer
in distance than a higher PE.
Stretch! maximise your fishing session by stretching and using the right technique.
