How to Throw a Large Cast Net - Actual Instructions

In this video, I walk you through the different components that make up a cast net; the components consist of the following:

Hand line
Swivel
Braille Lines
Netting
Lead Lines
Weights

I then show you step by step a straight forward approach on how to throw a large cast net, I noticed many "How to videos" on YouTube but most don't have clear instruction on how to properly load and throw a net. In this tutorial, I walk you through the very first way I learned to throw a large cast net. It allows you to easily prepare the net, load the net and make a cast that opens 99 percent of the time, if followed like shown. I also give you the cast net specifications for different water depths and bait sizes. See below for reference purposes:

Ideally, your net should have 1.5lbs of lead per radius foot.

¼ inch mesh is ideal for 8 foot of water or less, and is perfect for small greenbacks, glass minnows, mud minnows and pinfish.

3/8 inch mesh is good for 12 foot of water or less, typically good for medium greenbacks, pinfish and shad.

5/8 inch mesh is good for 20 feet or less of water. It's ideal for large greenbacks, shad, pinfish, threadfins and medium mullet and ladyfish.

One inch mesh is used for deep water and large baits, such as large mullet, ladyfish and shad.

Gear used:
Tim Wade custom 10ft net with a 3/8 inch mesh

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[cbrown]

Finally, a video that shows, illustrates and demonstrates "how-to" instead of .. "hey look at me video".. Nice job man.

[faisaly]

Joshua Taylor, I have been castnetting for over 28 years, this video, by far, is clearest and most informative I have ever seen. The method I throw my net is completely different because I usually do it standing in breast high water, but as for standing on something or shallow water, you makes a piece of cake the way you do it. Thanks for the great video. 

[nikao]

Everyone is so afraid of putting it in their mouth but this method seems the easiest to remember when learning without the video. I’m about to go give it a try. Thanks and hope you’re doing well and in health in these days

[brittanyaniol]

Great video. My husband tried for about an hour with no luck. Watched your video and got it on the second try. Thanks!!!

[darkangelsoaps]

Finally someone shows how the damn thing closes. Hahaha. I have watched hundreds of these videos trying to figure out what keeps the fish from falling out and finally someone shows the lines to the lead-line. Thanks! Mystery solved for this land-locked guy who has never seen a net in his life.

[georgeperreault]

Nice job.  Been trowing 9-13 foot nets for about 40 years.  I learned to throw the net from my wife's grandfather who was born on Terra Ciea Island on Tampa bay in 1898.  This is how he taught me, so I'm safe to say that this how we "old timers" do it !

[AReed]

Thanks a lot. Casting has become better for me now and I appreciate the way you gave step by step instructions.

[amrg]

Hey Joshua great instructional video for beginners. Thanks for taking the time to show newbies the ropes instead of just showboating like a lot of other people do these days.

[nickfarrar]

This is great for me. I'm smaller and younger and all the other videos never work but this one always does and now I have pretty much unlimited bait fish anytime I need them.

[michaelkane]

Great video! Easy to understand. Don't have to get soaking wet with all the over the shoulder or elbow stuff. Thank you sir.

[ROMANOSKIP]

THANK YOU! This is hands down the best tutorial I've ever seen. You've helped me to cross over the line to try to lean to throw one. I had previously used a device that helped me throw smaller nets like a frisbee but it can't handle larger or heavy nets and is not of much use usually. I now feel confident enough to purchase a net and practice throwing it using your guide here. Thank you! Now I just have to decide size/mesh and weight to purchase as I'm a big guy at 6'3 370 lbs and I can probably sling a pretty good size one once I learn. So I know a smaller one will be better to learn on but I don't want to waste the money on a net that won't be optimal later. Thanks for discussing mesh size and recommended depths for them-that was very useful for a greenhorn like me. Many thanks Josh-!!

[richardguindon]

Finally, a thorough instructional. Great job!

[nhala]

Instructions you showed was very easy to understand!  Thank you!

[yourmomshouse]

Nice spread! That's how I was taught to throw a cast net too.

[CyberSecWTFRants]

Great instruction. I've tried out many of the other cast net techniques from other  YouTube videos, but this one worked best for me. Thanks. Also, at least for me, letting the section in my mouth get pulled out (a little pull pressure vs. just letting it go) helps me get a better spread. It opens up the backend better. Also, this technique is easier to do in the tight confines of small center console boat, plus you don't have to hold the weight for a long time. I've seen many cast netters that can only throw the net a few times because holding the weight for a long time does them in.  Thanks again. Roger.

[affordablereefers]

Finally a great instructor on how to... thanks

[timwadescastnets]

This is a really nice tutorial. Excellent job showing clearly how to use this method to throw a cast net.

[Rob]

Very good video. The best one I've seen on YouTube. I have a large net for 3 years any can't throw it but wit this video I think I can now. Appreciate your help Cpt.

[TheJamesg]

A very good video. I am trying to learn to throw a cast net so I need all I can learn.

[krypto]

thx brother, had trouble getting mine to open properly, it works great now