How to Do the Pitching Cast

Fishing champ Aaron McAlexander shows Boys' Life readers how to do a pitching cast.

Great For: Casting 10 Yards or Closer

"I like to use pitching for up-close, finesse fishing," says McAlexander.

Step 1: While holding the rod straight up, let out enough line so that the lure comes down to the reel.

Step 2: Hold down the button on your reel, holding the spool steady. Grab your lure with your opposite hand. (Watch out for the hook!)

Step 3: Drop the rod tip down, bringing back your lure while keeping the line taut.

Step 4: Raise the rod tip in one swooping motion, pulling the lure out of your other hand. "That will drop the lure wherever your rod tip is pointing."

Step 5: Control the distance by slowing the line with your thumb.

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Category:

Sports

Tags:

• fishing
• casting
• sports
• outdoors
• scouts

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It is also time to learn how to pitch

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really?

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