Kyle, years ago when I injured my right shoulder and my right arm was in a sling, I learned to cast left handed.  I wasn't very good at it, but I was still able to fish.  I don't know how much function you will have with your right hand, but even with limited function you may be able to fish.  At least it's worth considering.

That sucks... Especially with you know what just around the corner.

-- Edited by LilWhippersnapper on Thursday 4th of February 2010 01:10:21 AM

Kyle: Looks like you did that on a motorcycle,been there done that! I had surgery on my right elbow about 6 years ago and my arm was in a soft cast for about 3 weeks, so I had to cast with my left hand which was like learning to cast all over again ! In fact I was on the water fishing exactly 15 hours after my surgery and i caught fish! But in your case without the use of a thumb you can cast left handed but cannot retrieve the line very effectively....that sucks! See ya in August. Bono