[roguebum]

This is a nice little series about the difference between the Scandinavian and the Skagit systems. It is a 4 part series that is pretty simple to understand for the novice, and it has some great information for the experienced angler as well.

Just thought I'd share it...

Part #1 - http://www.jsrods.com/blog/skagit-or-scandi-pt-1-history/
Part #2 - http://www.jsrods.com/blog/skagit-or-scandi-pt-2-head-characteristics/
Part #3 - http://www.jsrods.com/blog/skagit-or-scandi-pt-3-river-conditions/
Part #4 - http://www.jsrods.com/blog/skagit-or-scandi-pt-4-recommended-casts-formulas/

 

[Rick.H]

Very interesting, especially the charts on what casts to use.

 

[roguebum]

It's obviously not all inclusive, as the history of something as rich as Spey casting would take volumes to "somewhat" document, but I like that it gives a good starting point for the novice caster. Once a certain skill level is attained, most rules can be thrown out the window, but it's a good place to start.