Three-Point Grip Vid
(Update – January 17, 2009: I’ve had an e-mail asking me the whereabouts of the full 3-P article (I had published it on the old blog a year or so ago). The answer: I’ll re-publish it as a Page shortly.)
The Three-Point Grip (not to be confused with the “Finger-On-Top Grip” or “Forefinger Grip”) is one of a number of grips that I was taught as part of my youthful training in fly casting. The Three-Point utilizes the thumb, the forefinger and the heel of the hand to produce a grip that heightens tactile awareness while still providing casting authority. This is my primary grip for much of my single-handed casting.
Some casters find that the Three-Point Grip is not ideal when using heavier (and often longer) rods, or those rods with highly flared handles. Casters with smaller hands and/or shorter fingers may also find that the Three-Point is not ideal, especially at longer distances. If you experience forefinger slippage or other control/comfort issues when using the Three-Point, I would suggest trying a different grip, such as the Thumb-On-Top.
I should note here that I also use more than one grip, depending on casting situation and rod type (two-hander, etc.). Because I grew up with it, and have somewhat larger hands/longer fingers, I find the Three-Point to be comfortable for most single-handed use, even big carries. But, I am also not locked into it as my only grip. I say learn the major grips (and their variations, if you have the time) and use what works for the situation at hand, so to speak.
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