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S7, Ep 60: Mastering the Drift: Technical Trout Tactics for Summer Success with Mac Brown


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Join Marvin Cash on this episode of Casting Angles featuring expert guide and instructor Mac Brown as they dive deep into mastering drift presentation techniques for summer trout fishing.

Mac Brown, renowned for his comprehensive fly fishing guide schools and technical expertise, shares game-changing strategies for achieving drag-free drifts when targeting rising fish across varying current speeds.

Learn how to position yourself strategically to avoid perpendicular approaches that create immediate drag, discover the "dancing line mend" technique that keeps your rod tip constantly moving to maintain perfect drifts up to 40 feet long or more and master the art of feeding line while mending to extend productive presentations.

Mac discusses how proper line management and rhythmic mending can transform a 3-foot drift into a 30-foot money drift, significantly increasing your catch rates during challenging summer conditions.

Whether you're targeting a specific riser on the far bank or working long sections of water with dry dropper rigs, these advanced presentation skills will elevate your technical game. Perfect for serious anglers looking to refine their approach during the slower summer months while building skills that will pay huge dividends when October and November bring increased trout activity.

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S7, Ep 41 - Navigating High Water: Strategies for Success with Mac Brown

S6, Ep 136 - From Arkansas to Appalachia: Fly Fishing with Mac Brown

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