Wrap material close to the bead, but do not over-wrap in front or the head gets too bulky
Wrap material close to the bead, but do not over-wrap in front or the head gets too bulky
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: Wrap material close to the bead, but do not over-wrap in front or the head gets too bulky
How to do it: Wrap close to the bead without over-wrapping in front, to avoid a bulky head
Mistake it fixes: Over-wrapping in front of a bead
Why it works: Wrapping close to the bead secures it, but excess wraps in front create a bulky head that unbalances the fly.
When it matters most: Fly tying, beads