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Rod Lift or No Lift, Drift or No Drift

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Can someone clarify or explain 'creep' please?
Premature forward motion before the beginning of the forward stroke. Tends to both shorten the stroke and direct it downward.

With an increased stroke (via drifting) while under maximum D/V-loop creation...theory says it should increase casting distance, no?
Well there is drift vs. lift, not the same thing. You will see a lot of serious distance competitors executing a clear lift before the forward stroke. However, this is to a great extent a stylistic thing, and you cannot willy-nilly incorporate a terminal lift into any casting style or stroke and expect improved results. Improper execution or mismatch with the stroke leads to trunking, blown anchors, or both.
 
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