Alvey Casting Help

[TwoBeachNuts]

Just started fishing with a Alvey 650 surf and really enjoy the process; however need some tips on casting.  It seems my weight is going in a very high arc on its way to the water.  Is that because I am releasing the line too soon?  Also, where do you get the most power for the cast in the left hand pulling down on the butt of the rod or the right hand pushing the rod over?  Would also like to get some advice on how far up the rod your hand should be for long casting.

Caught my first fish on it today, a 16 inch Bluefish that really showed the great versatility of the retrieve.

[GeneB]

Time and practice will perfect the release time. Sounds like an early release. I would also be interested in hearing about other forum members techniques. If I am going for maximum distance, which is not most times fishing, I slide my right hand up high on the rod but, still a position where you can push hard as if you were throwing a shot put. The left hand pulls down but, more to maintain a smooth swing than actually adding to the casting power.

Some good tips at this web site:   ALVEY  TIPS

[Last]

 if  your rod  is loaded you  should be able  to  feel  in your hands  when to release,  start smooth   stop rod ( still ) about  10:00  

once in a while I get it  all to come together right       when it do   the  line  snaps off of the  end of my  thumb and  goes  really  good.   but  i try to release by feeling pull  of the rod releasing bout 10:00  if you  dont feel  the line  rub your thumb  ya prolly  a  little  quick on release  or  letting rod slow down before  releasing line

but dont let me screw you up    every one should do  what works best for them,   

[Makar]

The old adage of practice makes perfect comes to mind. Find a vacant field, setup a target and practice casting to it while gradually increasing the casting distance.
I generate power in my cast by pushing upward, however that's not say that other people may generate most of their power with the pull down. Over time everyone develops their own style which best suits their physique and strength.
The main thing is to get out there and practice