Hooks may have an up-eye or down-eye; this course uses down-eye hooks
Hooks may have an up-eye or down-eye; this course uses down-eye hooks
Filters
- Topic: Gear
- Original category: Gear and Rigging
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Hooks may have an up-eye or down-eye; this course uses down-eye hooks
How to do it: Recognise up-eye versus down-eye hooks, noting this course uses down-eye
Mistake it fixes: Ignoring hook eye orientation
Why it works: Eye orientation affects knot seating and fly orientation. Knowing it helps choose the right hook for a pattern.
When it matters most: Hooks, eyes