In this episode of The Flyfisher’s Podcast, we pick up where we left off with Peter Hayes — one of Australia’s most influential flyfishing guides and casting instructors.

Peter dives deep into:

• The importance of line management
• How loop shape ties directly to body mechanics
• What (and how often) to practice, including the three key stages of practice:
  1. Loop control
  2. Casting stroke angles
  3. Water landing effect

We also chat rod design — why Peter has a soft spot for fibreglass and bamboo rods, and how the kinetic whip effect in bamboo could inspire modern rod designs.

Plus, we cover:

• Why slack in your leader is essential for long, natural drifts
• How angling pressure and degraded wate ...