Sure if your rig is stuck on a rock. But if you cast just a little too far or a lot too far & your gear is up a tree, bush, or branch here's what I do, even if you see it wrap up a bunch of times it still works..........sometimes. I give a little slack & shake it. Sometimes I shake it for a minute or two. Just jiggle the tip. You'd be suprized how many times you can get it loose. Then when it falls out it can be right in the perfect slot to drift. Then I check the leader for nicks & hook for sharpness.