Mending your fly line is crucial to achieve a drag-free drift and present your fly naturally to the fish. To mend your fly line effectively, you can use various techniques depending on the current and the situation. The two main types of mends are upstream mend and downstream mend.

For an upstream mend, make a big upstream loop with your rod tip high and then quickly reposition it downstream to remove any drag. This is useful when you need to slow down the fly's drift. On the other hand, a downstream mend involves moving the line in the direction of the current to speed up the fly's drift. Practice these mending techniques to improve your presentation and catch more fish.

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