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22nd of March 2023
There’s nothing more frustrating than a curled-up fly line. It can make casting challenging, and it’s not the best feeling when you're not getting the results you want. Fortunately, straightening out a curled-up fly line is a pretty easy fix. In this article, we’ll guide you through some steps to help you straighten your fly line.
Fly lines are made from different materials, but most are made from PVC. This material has what they call 'memory', which means that it will hold its shape even after being coiled or stored in a particular way and under certain conditions. So, if your fly line has been stored or coiled in a particular shape, it will maintain that shape until you straighten it out. While manufacturers try their best to create materials with as little memory as possible, it's difficult to completely avoid it.
Several factors can cause fly line to curl up. Some of the most common factors include:
Straightening out your curled-up fly line is easy, and it doesn't require any special equipment. Here are some simple steps you can follow:
It's essential to follow some safety precautions to avoid accidents;
In conclusion, straightening out a curled-up fly line is a simple process that anyone can do. By understanding what causes fly line to curl up and following the steps outlined in this article, you can get your fly line straightened out and back to enjoying fly fishing!
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