Tail fibre tips do not need to be evened out; keep their natural unevenness
Tail fibre tips do not need to be evened out; keep their natural unevenness
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- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Tail fibre tips do not need to be evened out; keep their natural unevenness
How to do it: Leave tail fibres naturally uneven, rather than trimming tips to equal length
Mistake it fixes: Evening out tail fibre tips
Why it works: Natural unevenness looks more lifelike and moves better in water. Even tips look artificial.
When it matters most: Fly tying, nymphs