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"D Loop" is the common name for the big loop of line that forms beneath the rod tip and behind the caster during a Spey cast. It is called this because it looks like a big uppercase letter D. Recently some casters have begun to use the term "V Loop" to denote a very dynamic version of the D Loop. A "V Loop" looks sort of like this:
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and it is a very aerodynamic and powerful version of the D loop, especially useful for distance Spey casting.
Here is an article on D Loops that you might find helpful.
And here is a video clip of a 'V' Loop. Play it Full Screen so you can see it more clearly.
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and it is a very aerodynamic and powerful version of the D loop, especially useful for distance Spey casting.
Here is an article on D Loops that you might find helpful.
And here is a video clip of a 'V' Loop. Play it Full Screen so you can see it more clearly.