That may help some people, I am almost a strictly hands on learner though, reading about how to cast just doesn't sink into my thick head. Heck, I still can't do a decent haul...
I do agree that there are a number of different schools of thought and different people will find useful techniques from various areas. Bottom line for me, find a good teacher and spend some time with hands onith instruction.
CMM
Me too CMM - I hate having to read to learn when hands on instruction is more beneficial - that's why my backyard is popular hangout for would be fly flingers.
Perhaps all us experienced PB folks should issue invites..

When I first began my passion there was no others around addicted to the sport!
My best instructional DVD was "Lessons with Lefty".
I like Orvis Fly Fishing School vid but dislike casting the "clock"

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