Keep more material on top than underneath so a swung fly rides upright instead of rolling on its side
Keep more material on top than underneath so a swung fly rides upright instead of rolling on its side
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Keep more material on top than underneath so a swung fly rides upright instead of rolling on its side
How to do it: Weight material distribution toward the top so the fly rides upright in the swing
Mistake it fixes: Distributing material evenly so a swung fly rolls
Why it works: A fly that rolls looks unnatural and loses profile. Top-heavy material keeps it upright in the swing.
When it matters most: Steelhead fly tying, swung flies