The added weight can help to punch through wind that would normally throw a lightweight fly line off course. Having a heavier line on these rods may allow you to cast more easily into wind. Wind (light weights) – This applies to lower-weight rods like 3 and 4-weights. So, overlining may be a great option for fishing very narrow streams that require short casts. By using a heavier fly line, you can get away with having less line out, since the weight will be greater. ![]() When there’s less fly line out the end of a fly rod (either because you’re making very short casts or using a very long leader), there won’t be much line weight to carry the weightless fly. Loading with less line or long leaders – Another big benefit of overlining, for experts and beginners alike, is being able to load a rod with less fly line out. This, in turn, will make it easier to throw accurate casts. Having a heavier line will put more bend in the rod, making it easier to feel the loading. For beginners, though, it can be hard to detect. For experienced casters, this probably isn’t an issue. ![]() In order to cast properly, it’s important to know when the rod has loaded, and unless you’re keeping an eye on it the whole time, this is best done by feeling when the rod has fully bent as it throws the line back. These fast action rods are great for launching line, but they can be hard to “feel,” especially for beginners. More loading for fast action rods – Many rods these days are fast action, with a stiff backbone that doesn’t like to bend much. ![]() Overlining can make fast action rods load more easily.
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