Tail length should be about half the hook length
Tail length should be about half the hook length
Filters
- 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 length should be about half the hook length
How to do it: Set tail length to roughly half the hook length for a balanced nymph
Mistake it fixes: Making tails too long or too short
Why it works: Half-hook-length tails give a natural proportion that fish recognise, without unbalancing the fly.
When it matters most: Fly tying, nymphs