For a thicker body, add extra material rather than relying on tail fibres alone
For a thicker body, add extra material rather than relying on tail fibres alone
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: For a thicker body, add extra material rather than relying on tail fibres alone
How to do it: Add body material for a thicker body, instead of stretching tail fibres to cover it
Mistake it fixes: Using tail fibres alone for a thick body
Why it works: Tail fibres are for tails, not bodies. Adding body material gives a proper, durable thick body.
When it matters most: Fly tying, nymphs