Match flash colour to the fly's tone
Match flash colour to the fly's tone
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Selection
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Match flash colour to the fly's tone
How to do it: Use pearl flash in olive patterns, bronze and brown tones in brown patterns, and UV blue in dark patterns
Mistake it fixes: Using random flash colours that clash with the fly
Why it works: Flash that matches tone looks like a natural glint from that prey. Clashing flash breaks the imitation and can alert fish.
When it matters most: Fly design